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==Synopsis== | ==Synopsis== | ||
German composer, organist, harpsichordist, violist, and violinist | German composer, organist, harpsichordist, violist, and violinist | ||
1703–08 Arnstadt | *1703–08 Arnstadt | ||
1708–17 Weimar | *1708–17 Weimar | ||
1717–23 Köthen | *1717–23 Köthen | ||
1723–50 Leipzig | *1723–50 Leipzig | ||
It is generally accepted that the compositions of Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) mark the culmination of the Baroque period. His organ works, as well as those for other genres, demonstrate his mastery of counterpoint and harmony, and his ability to translate religious imagery into music. | It is generally accepted that the compositions of Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) mark the culmination of the Baroque period. His organ works, as well as those for other genres, demonstrate his mastery of counterpoint and harmony, and his ability to translate religious imagery into music. |
Revision as of 15:43, 27 January 2011
Synopsis
German composer, organist, harpsichordist, violist, and violinist
- 1703–08 Arnstadt
- 1708–17 Weimar
- 1717–23 Köthen
- 1723–50 Leipzig
It is generally accepted that the compositions of Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) mark the culmination of the Baroque period. His organ works, as well as those for other genres, demonstrate his mastery of counterpoint and harmony, and his ability to translate religious imagery into music.
For details, see the Wikipedia article.
List of Organ Works
General Perspectives on Performing These Organ Works
(For perspectives on a specific piece or genre, use the "List of Organ Works" above.)