Alfred Publications
Music of J.S. Bach adapted for shred guitar

J.S. Bach is one of most virtuosic composers  of all time. His compositions are technically demanding, which make them the perfect match for heavy metal shred guitar. 

Shredding Bach shows you all the essential techniques to play Bach’s music, including sweep picking, tapping, legato, and rapid alternate picking. 

Every example has been arranged to be as true to the original compositions as possible, with only minor adjustments made to accommodate the guitar and shred style. 

The Audio Online features all of the examples recorded at multiple speeds to help you practice and to get you on your way to mastering Bach’s challenging compositions.

Compositions:
Air On The G String (Orchestral Suite No.3 In D)
Badinerie
Double In B Minor
Invention No.4 BWV 775
Invention No.8 BWV 779
Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring
Prelude In C
Prelude No.2 In C Minor
Presto In G Minor
Toccata In D Minor

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