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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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  • J. S. Bach: Violin Concertos - Thomas Zehetmair, Amsterdamse Bach Solisten / Brilliant Classics Audio CD 1994 / 94666 J. S. Bach: Violin Concertos - Thomas Zehetmair, Amsterdamse Bach Solisten / Brilliant Classics Audio CD 1994 / 94666
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  • Johann Sebastian Bach - Matthäus-Passion (Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, 2012) - 2 DVDs (0807280167696) Johann Sebastian Bach - Matthäus-Passion (Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, 2012) - 2 DVDs (0807280167696)
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  • Bach - Piano Concertos BWV 1052, 1054, 1056, 1057 - Cyprien Katsaris, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra / Classical Diamonds / Teldec Audio CD 1997 Stereo / 0630-18576-2 Bach - Piano Concertos BWV 1052, 1054, 1056, 1057 - Cyprien Katsaris, Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra / Classical Diamonds / Teldec Audio CD 1997 Stereo / 0630-18576-2
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  • Bach Meets The Future: Original compositions by J. S. Bach, connecting the true musical meaning of the 17th century with the sound dimensions of the next millenium. - Realized By Bernhard Lindner / Nightingale Records Audio CD 1991 stereo / NGH-CD-338 Bach Meets The Future: Original compositions by J. S. Bach, connecting the true musical meaning of the 17th century with the sound dimensions of the next millenium. - Realized By Bernhard Lindner / Nightingale Records Audio CD 1991 stereo / NGH-CD-338
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  • Bach - Coffee Cantata = Kaffee-Kantate; Peasant Cantata = Bauern-Kantate - Linde-Consort, Hans-Martin Linde / Red Line / EMI Classics Audio CD 1998 Stereo / 724357302227 Bach - Coffee Cantata = Kaffee-Kantate; Peasant Cantata = Bauern-Kantate - Linde-Consort, Hans-Martin Linde / Red Line / EMI Classics Audio CD 1998 Stereo / 724357302227
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  • Mischa Maisky: Cello Encores - Bach: Suite No. 1-Prelude, Saint-Saens: Le Cygne, Bruch: Kol Nidrei / Virtuoso / Deutsche Grammophon Audio CD 2013 / 478 5413 Mischa Maisky: Cello Encores - Bach: Suite No. 1-Prelude, Saint-Saens: Le Cygne, Bruch: Kol Nidrei / Virtuoso / Deutsche Grammophon Audio CD 2013 / 478 5413
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  • J. S.Bach: Complete Sonatas for Flute - Jed Wentz, Christiane Wuyts / Challenge Classics 2x Audio CD 1994 / cc72030 J. S.Bach: Complete Sonatas for Flute - Jed Wentz, Christiane Wuyts / Challenge Classics 2x Audio CD 1994 / cc72030
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  • Bach - Das Wohltemperierte Klavier Il.; Präludien Und Fugen 19 - 24 BWV 888-893 - Sviatoslav Richter / ETERNA Edition / Melodia Eterna LP Stereo 1976 / 8 26 793 Bach - Das Wohltemperierte Klavier Il.; Präludien Und Fugen 19 - 24 BWV 888-893 - Sviatoslav Richter / ETERNA Edition / Melodia Eterna LP Stereo 1976 / 8 26 793
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