Improvising With J.S. Bach

This is Improvising With J.S. Bach!

We'll be analyzing the compositional language of J.S. Bach, and examing how Bach's language can be directly interchangeable with a modern single-line soloing approach.

In this in-depth masterclass, we'll be studying Violin Partita No. 1 in B Minor, BWV. 1002: II. Double, which contains a vast array of Arpeggios, Scales and Melodies that can easily be adapted within the context of contemporary harmony.

We will subsequently analyze 10 in-depth examples taken directly from this piece which will be approached within the context of contemporary harmony, assisting in the development of modern improvisational language derived from Bach.



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What will you cover in “Improvising With J.S. Bach”?

  • We will be looking at how you can expand and develop your soloing language by learning and subsequently analyzing Violin Partita No. 1 in B Minor, BWV. 1002: II. Double - a specific Violin variation composed by J.S. Bach (derived from "Sonatas And Partitas For Solo Violin", a collection of 6 works composed between 1703-1720).
  • We will be playing/analyzing this particular variation as it contains a vast array of Arpeggios, Scales and Melodies that can easily be adapted/applied within the context of contemporary harmony. Additionally, this particular variation works perfectly within the range of a standard electric guitar with 20-22 frets.
  • We will subsequently analyze 10 examples taken directly from Violin Partita No. 1 in B Minor, BWV. 1002: II. Double which will be approached within the context of contemporary harmony, assisting in the development of modern improvisational language derived from Bach.
  • In this online masterclass, you will be able to access 12 lesson selections (including a total of 11 lesson videos) across a total of 2 sections, featuring in-depth theoretical explanations with all musical examples notated in Standard Notation and TAB. All instructional videos are presented by Ben Eunson, and feature optional English subtitles.

How difficult would you say the material is?

  • This material is best suited for intermediate to advanced guitarists.

How do I access the masterclass?

  • Once you have clicked “Purchase Masterclass”, enter your payment and contact details (including your email address), complete your purchase and you will receive one email. This email contains access details to your purchase and is also a receipt.
  • On the checkout page, make sure "Delivery address same as billing" is checked. We will not be delivering any physical goods to your address, but it is necessary to check this option as part of the online purchase process.

Does this masterclass contain downloadable files (PDFs, MP3s, Video files)?

  • No. This is an 100% online masterclass, and requires an internet connection. All instructional videos and notated examples are contained within the online course, and cannot be downloaded to your hard drive. However, once you have made your purchase, you will have lifetime access to the online material.

Do you offer refunds for masterclass purchases?

  • We would like to ensure your satisfaction with this online masterclass, and if you have any questions or concerns, please be in contact with [email protected]