Johann Sebastian Bach was born
Beginning of the composer’s lifetime.
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The Suite in G minor BWV 822 is an excellent set for beginners, although not all pieces have the same level of difficulty.
This minuet is one of the easiest and a great piece for beginners to learn the basics of the Baroque style and counterpoint.
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Equivalent to RCM level 2
Equivalent to ABRSM level 2
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