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Johann Sebastian Bach Biography and Quotes

Johann Sebastian Bach Quotes and Biography

Birthday: March 31st, 1685
Commemoration: July 28th, 1750
Nationality: German

65

Years Old

Famously Known For

Johann Sebastian Bach is famous for instrumental compositions 

Johann is regarded as one of the best composers of all time

Early Life

Bach was born in the year 1685 in a family that was made up of a number of composers. He was born in Eisenach to Johann Bach who was a director of musicians, whose brothers, Johann Bach’s uncles were all musicians. It was through the guidance of his father that he learnt to play the violin and the harpsichord. 

He took to himself to attend St. Michael’s school for a couple of years. He graduated and began pursuing a career in music by holding several positions in this sector. 

It was after the death of his father and mother that he moved in with his elder brother who also promoted his talent in music. He taught him to play a number of musical instruments. It was during his stay with his brother that he learnt and explored more about music. 

Career

He studied a number of works that were common during the Baroque period that had a heavy impact on the works he produced. He did a number of other works that caught the eyes of many who were keen on the sector of composing. He also played a number of instruments as educated by both his brother and father. 

It was during his stay with his elder brother that he was able to widen his scope about music and hence the knowledge that enabled him conquer this field. On graduating, he was able to hold a number of musical posts across the country. His talent in music and as a composure was noticed by a number of prominent figures. 

Death

Bach passed away on 28 July 1750 after suffering on deteriorating health for a period of one year, that is from 1749.

Johann Sebastian Bach Quotes


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