Bach, J.S. - 6 Cello Suites, BWV 1007-1012 - Viola solo - by Milton Katims - International

J.S. Bach's Suites for Violoncello , as one of the best compositions ever written for an unaccompanied instrument, has been a staple of the viola repertoire ever since it was first transcribed into alto clef. Since no manuscript in Bach's handwriting exists, multiple editions of the suites are available. Difficulty: ASTA grades 3 - 6 Click here to learn more about the Apprentice and ASTA Sheet Music Difficulty Ratings.. This edition is arranged by Milton Katims and published by the International Music Company. The six suites explore a variety of tone colors and range in difficulty, providing a continual challenge throughout a player's lifetime

"Good but not as easy to read as other editions" according to Molly Weisser. If you are already a pretty good player, the format of this Bach suites book is fine. If you are a younger player and need to dissect each and every measure to learn the piece, get a different publication such as the Schirmer edition. I got this however because i. advance level JN It was required by my daughter school. The book was in perfect conditions, but the music is really for an advanced level (maybe finishing high school or college). "Cello Suites" according to Don Dorff. It was what my daughter wanted, and does the job, price was ok, and there really is not a whole lot more to say.