#AskVidasAndAusra 85: Recommendations of Bach pieces for pianists who start playing the organ

Today’s question was sent by Bruce. He writes: “Greetings Vidas, ​Thank you for your mailing list and your fine resources for organists. I am a big fan of J.S. Bach, a fairly proficient pianist, pretty knowledgeable about theory and acoustics, conduct a community chorus and orchestra (focusing on Bach cantatas), and am a big fan of the organ. I have recently been given access to a fine organ, and would like to give it a try. I know that finding a good teacher is important, but before I do that I would like to look at a few Bach pieces to get me started. I know Klavier-Ubung 3 - is there something in there to try, or is there something more appropriate and possibly less intimidating for a beginning organist? I would like recommendations for some pieces with interesting pedal parts, that are accessible (either with cantus firmus in the pedal, or with something like what I naively believe pedal parts are like). What would you start with if you were me? I've been starting with Bach chorales, but I would like something more like a chorale prelude or fugue, if possible. Cheers, Bruce.” Get more organ playing advice when you subscribe at http://www.organduo.lt