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Johann Sebastian Bach

Johann Sebastian Bach. Uniquely Bach!. Who is Bach?. The BEASTY Violinist, choir master, teacher, composer, and organist (and yes I said beasty). Bach’s Life Was NOT Easy. Born March 31, 1685, Died July 28, 1750 Medicine wasn’t very advanced Restrictions on music made by church

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Johann Sebastian Bach

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  1. Johann Sebastian Bach Uniquely Bach!

  2. Who is Bach? • The BEASTY Violinist, choir master, teacher, composer, and organist (and yes I said beasty)

  3. Bach’s Life Was NOT Easy. • Born March 31, 1685, Died July 28, 1750 • Medicine wasn’t very advanced • Restrictions on music made by church • Lost most of his family as a child • Didn’t have university degree

  4. Descriptions from other Composers • “The most stupendous miracle in all music”-Wilhelm Richard Wagner • “The immortal god of harmony”- Ludwig van Beethoven • “Among the greatest music not only of the Baroque period but of any age”- Christopher Headington

  5. Significance of Contribution • His approach opened gateways • Changed the way the world looked at music • Left behind wonderful music

  6. Inspiration for a New Time • When younger Bach was recognized as a prodigy • Said to have been the most inspiring person for western music • Example of music inspired by Bach is that of Yo-Yo Ma

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