“Badinerie” is the lively final movement of Johann Sebastian Bach’s Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B minor, BWV 1067. Scored prominently for solo flute with string orchestra and continuo, the piece is renowned for its brilliant virtuosity, rapid passagework, and playful character—true to its title, which implies jest or lighthearted wit. The movement’s brisk tempo, clear rhythmic drive, and sparkling melodic lines make it one of Bach’s most recognizable instrumental excerpts. Frequently performed as a standalone encore, “Badinerie” showcases Bach’s mastery of instrumental color and Baroque dance forms, remaining a staple of the flute repertoire and a symbol of Baroque elegance and agility.