Johann Sebastian Bach was a revolutionary composer born on March 31, 1685 in Eisenach, Germany. He is immortalized for his immense contributions to religious and secular music, with over 300 cantatas and famous works such as "Mass in B minor" and "The Well-Tempered Clavier." His works have had a lasting impact on music and continue to be celebrated centuries later.
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💰 Net worth: $10 million (2024)
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About
Immortal Composer who revolutionized religious and secular music. His compositions include over 300 cantatas, as well as the famous numbers "Mass in B minor" and "The Well-Tempered Clavier."
Before Fame
He served as Weimer Duke Johann Ernst's court musician in the chapel. This eventually led to his first recital, which was held at Arnstadt's St. Boniface's Church.
Trivia
He worked closely with King Frederick II of Prussia with whom he collaborated on several pieces.
Family Life
He was born to Johann Ambrosius Bach, the Director of the town Musicians, and Maria Elisabeth Lammerhirt. He was their eighth child; his brother, Johann Christoph Bach, also a professional musician and Composer, raised him after his parents died, mentoring him extensively.
Associated With
He was greatly admired by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.