About J.S. Bach
Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) was a German composer and musician of the Baroque period. He is known for instrumental compositions such as the Brandenburg Concertos and the Goldberg Variations, and vocal music such as the St Matthew Passion and the Mass in B minor.
Did You Know? 🎶
- Bach wrote over 1,000 pieces of music during his lifetime!
- Although he was primarily known as an organist during his lifetime, his fame as a composer has only increased since his death.
- Bach was part of a large musical family; more than 50 of his relatives were musicians.
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