Bach, Twenty Duets for Violin and Cello (Boosey)

Bach Twenty Duets for Violin and Cello by Johann Sebastian Bach, published by Boosey & Hawkes, offers a delightful and instructive exploration of Bach’s contrapuntal thinking through intimate duo writing; distilled from Bach’s keyboard and chamber works, these duets transform violin and cello into equal conversational partners, encouraging rhythmic independence, balance, and stylistic clarity while presenting Bach’s musical language in a form that is immediately playable, engaging, and deeply musical.

Key features:

• Establishes a true duo partnership, where both violin and cello share musical responsibility
• Encourages listening, balance, and independence, essential skills for chamber musicians
• Introduces Bach’s contrapuntal style in a clear, approachable texture
• Ideal for developing ensemble discipline and rhythmic precision
• Musically satisfying while remaining accessible and enjoyable to rehearse
• Perfect for lessons, chamber classes, and informal performances
• A rewarding way to experience Bach’s music through dialogue rather than display