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Johann Sebastian Bach

Johann Sebastian Bach: The Genius of Baroque Music

Introduction to Johann Sebastian Bach

Johann Sebastian Bach (1685–1750) was a German composer and musician whose mastery of counterpoint, harmony, and form shaped the Baroque period and influenced every era of Western music that followed. Though largely unrecognized in his lifetime outside of Germany, the Bach Revival of the 19th century cemented his place as one of the greatest composers in history. His works, spanning sacred and secular vocal music, orchestral suites, keyboard compositions, and intricate fugues, continue to be revered for their intellectual depth and expressive beauty.

Bach’s Most Celebrated Works

Keyboard and Organ Masterpieces

Bach’s contributions to keyboard music remain essential repertoire for pianists and organists alike:

  • The Well-Tempered Clavier (Books 1 & 2) (1722, 1742) – A groundbreaking collection of 48 preludes and fugues, demonstrating the potential of equal temperament tuning.
  • Goldberg Variations (1741) – A mesmerizing and virtuosic set of variations for harpsichord.
  • Toccata and Fugue in D minor (BWV 565) – One of the most famous and dramatic organ works ever composed.

Orchestral and Instrumental Works

Bach’s instrumental compositions blend technical brilliance with expressive depth:

  • Brandenburg Concertos (1721) – A collection of six lively and inventive concertos showcasing diverse instrumentation.
  • Cello Suites (c. 1717–1723) – A cornerstone of solo string repertoire, each suite revealing new dimensions of melody and harmony.
  • Violin Partitas and Sonatas (c. 1720) – Featuring the legendary Chaconne in D minor, considered one of the greatest solo violin works ever written.

Sacred and Choral Music

Bach’s vocal works demonstrate his deep spiritual devotion and compositional genius:

  • Mass in B minor (1749) – A monumental choral masterpiece.
  • St. Matthew Passion (1727) & St. John Passion (1724) – Emotionally powerful retellings of the Passion of Christ.
  • Cantatas (over 200 composed) – Including "Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme" (BWV 140), which remains widely performed.

Bach’s Enduring Influence

Bach’s compositions inspired composers from Mozart and Beethoven to Chopin and Shostakovich, and his works continue to be studied, performed, and admired by musicians worldwide. His ability to blend technical mastery with deep emotional expression ensures his music remains timeless.

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  • A Book Of Chorale-Settings For Johann Sebastian / Morning/Thanks & Praise/Christian Life / Sibylla Rubens, Stella Doufexis, Ingeborg Danz, James Taylor, Christoph Pregardien / Hänssler Edition Bachakademie Audio CD 1999 / CD 92.083 A Book Of Chorale-Settings For Johann Sebastian / Morning/Thanks & Praise/Christian Life / Sibylla Rubens, Stella Doufexis, Ingeborg Danz, James Taylor, Christoph Pregardien / Hänssler Edition Bachakademie Audio CD 1999 / CD 92.083
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  • Johann Sebastian Bach - A Book Of Chorale-Settings For Johann Sebastian / Von Geduld & Gelassenheit (Jesuslieder), Patience & Serenity (Jesus Hymns), De La Patience Et De Serenite / Hänssler Edition Bachakademie Audio CD 1999 / CD 92.084 Johann Sebastian Bach - A Book Of Chorale-Settings For Johann Sebastian / Von Geduld & Gelassenheit (Jesuslieder), Patience & Serenity (Jesus Hymns), De La Patience Et De Serenite / Hänssler Edition Bachakademie Audio CD 1999 / CD 92.084
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  • Johann Sebastian Bach - A Book Of Chorale-Settings For Johann Sebastian: Passion / Sibylla Rubens, Ingeborg Danz, James Taylor, Andreas Schmidt, Gachinger Kantorei / Hänssler Edition Bachakademie Audio CD 1999 / CD 92.079 Johann Sebastian Bach - A Book Of Chorale-Settings For Johann Sebastian: Passion / Sibylla Rubens, Ingeborg Danz, James Taylor, Andreas Schmidt, Gachinger Kantorei / Hänssler Edition Bachakademie Audio CD 1999 / CD 92.079
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  • Johann Sebastian Bach - Easter Oratorio BWV 249 - Ascension Oratorio BWV 11 / Arleen Auger, Costanza Cuccaro, Julia Hamari, Mechtchild Georg, Adalbert Kraus, Philippe Huttenlocher, Andreas Shmidt / Hänssler Classic Audio CD 2000 / CD 92.077 Johann Sebastian Bach - Easter Oratorio BWV 249 - Ascension Oratorio BWV 11 / Arleen Auger, Costanza Cuccaro, Julia Hamari, Mechtchild Georg, Adalbert Kraus, Philippe Huttenlocher, Andreas Shmidt / Hänssler Classic Audio CD 2000 / CD 92.077
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  • Johann Sebastian Bach - Sacred Music In Latin - 2 / Missae BWV 235,236; Sanctus BWV 237,238,240; Christe eleison; Credo BWV 1081 / Christiane Oelze, Ruth Ziesak, Ingeborg Danz / Hänssler Classic Audio CD 1999 / CD 92.072 Johann Sebastian Bach - Sacred Music In Latin - 2 / Missae BWV 235,236; Sanctus BWV 237,238,240; Christe eleison; Credo BWV 1081 / Christiane Oelze, Ruth Ziesak, Ingeborg Danz / Hänssler Classic Audio CD 1999 / CD 92.072
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  • Johann Sebastian Bach - Magnificat D Major BWV 243 / Tilge, Höchster, Meine Sünden BWV 1083 / Christine Schafer, Ibolya Verebics, Christiane Oelze, Ingeborg Danz, Birgit Remmert, James Taylor / Hänssler Classic Audio CD 1999 / CD 92.073 Johann Sebastian Bach - Magnificat D Major BWV 243 / Tilge, Höchster, Meine Sünden BWV 1083 / Christine Schafer, Ibolya Verebics, Christiane Oelze, Ingeborg Danz, Birgit Remmert, James Taylor / Hänssler Classic Audio CD 1999 / CD 92.073
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  • Johann Sebastian Bach - Motets / Ich Lasse Dich Nicht,Du Segnest Mich Denn,BWV Anh. 159; Furchte Dich Nicht,Ich Bin Bei Dir, BWV 228; Jauchzet Dem Herrn,Alle Welt,BWV Anh. 160 / Hänssler Classic 2x Audio CD 1999 / CD 92.069 Johann Sebastian Bach - Motets / Ich Lasse Dich Nicht,Du Segnest Mich Denn,BWV Anh. 159; Furchte Dich Nicht,Ich Bin Bei Dir, BWV 228; Jauchzet Dem Herrn,Alle Welt,BWV Anh. 160 / Hänssler Classic 2x Audio CD 1999 / CD 92.069
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  • Johann Sebastian Bach - Secular Cantatas BWV 214, 215 / Tönet,Ihr Pauken! Erschallet,Trompeten, Preise Dein Glücke, Gesegnetes Sachsen / Sibylla Rubens, Ingeborg Danz/ Hänssler Classic Audio CD 2000 / CD 92.068 Johann Sebastian Bach - Secular Cantatas BWV 214, 215 / Tönet,Ihr Pauken! Erschallet,Trompeten, Preise Dein Glücke, Gesegnetes Sachsen / Sibylla Rubens, Ingeborg Danz/ Hänssler Classic Audio CD 2000 / CD 92.068
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  • Johann Sebastian Bach - Concertos for Three & Four Harpsichords BWV 1063-1065, Concertis BWV 10044, 1050a / Robert Levin, Mario Videla, Michael Behringer, Boris Kleiner (harpsichord), Isabelle Faust / Hänssler Classic Audio CD 2000 / CD 92.130 Johann Sebastian Bach - Concertos for Three & Four Harpsichords BWV 1063-1065, Concertis BWV 10044, 1050a / Robert Levin, Mario Videla, Michael Behringer, Boris Kleiner (harpsichord), Isabelle Faust / Hänssler Classic Audio CD 2000 / CD 92.130
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