Johann Sebastian Bach (1685–1750) was a prolific German composer and musician of the Baroque period. He is known for his instrumental compositions such as the Brandenburg Concertos and the Goldberg Variations, as well as his vocal music including the St. Matthew and St. John Passions and the Mass in B minor. 🎶
Bach's music is revered for its intellectual depth, technical command, and artistic beauty. He was relatively unknown as a composer during his lifetime, but he gained new appreciation as subsequent generations discovered his work. Today, he is widely considered one of the greatest composers of all time. 🌟
Bach had a large family with 20 children, though only 10 survived into adulthood. Some of his sons also became notable composers, including Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach and Johann Christian Bach. 👪
He was deeply religious and much of his work was composed for the Lutheran church services. His music is infused with his faith, adding a spiritual depth to his work. ✝️