Air by Bach (Suite No. 3 BWV 1068) aka “Air on the G string”- guitar tabs


Air (Suite No. 3 BWV 1068), also known as “Air on the G string” is composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. This lesson covers a fingerpicking arrangement of this piece including guitar tabs. This piece is ideal for intermediate to advanced levels. Grab your guitar and let’s get started!

Air by Bach with guitar tabs

The numbers next to some notes on the top staff indicate which fingers to use on the fretting hand. You can refer to this simple guide to understanding music symbols if needed.

By the way, you can get the PDF of this song below.


Air by Bach guitar tabs page 1
Air by Bach guitar tabs page 2



To learn other popular pieces by Bach, check out Bouree in E minor, Cello Suite No. 1 (Prelude), Minuet in G, or Jesu Joy of Man’s Desiring.

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Want to learn more songs? Check out the sheet music with guitar tabs resource on this site.

All the best,

JG Music Lessons

Reference: Air on the G string. wikipedia.org

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