Bourrée in E minor
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Bourrée in E minor is a popular lute piece, the fifth movement from Suite in E minor for Lute, BWV 996 (BC L166) written by Johann Sebastian Bach. It is especially well-known among guitarists. The piece has been used by a number of musicians. Paul McCartney has said in interviews and on tours that the songs "Blackbird" and "Jenny Wren" were both inspired by variations and alterations to the bourée. Led Zeppelin has used this piece in live performances while playing "Heartbreaker". Jethro Tull used the piece in a song in their 1969 album Stand Up. Also, Tenacious D used it for their songs, "Rock Your Socks" and "Classico". Yngwie Malmsteen has also been known to integrate this, among other works by Bach, into his live sets.
