Bach-Werke-Verzeichnis

The Bach-Werke-Verzeichnis (BWV) is a comprehensive catalog of the musical compositions of Johann Sebastian Bach, compiled by Wolfgang Schmieder. It organizes Bach's works by type rather than chronology. For example, the BWV includes Bach's six compositions for solo violin, the Sonatas and Partitas for Solo Violin, written in the early 18th century. These pieces are notable for being entirely solo works without accompaniment. The BWV also lists other significant works, such as the Brandenburg Concertos and the Suites for Unaccompanied Cello. Bach's music was largely neglected for about 50 years after his death but experienced a revival starting around 1800, with significant efforts to publish his complete works.1234