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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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  • Czechoslovak Historic Organs: Bach - Concerto In A & D Minor; Toccata, Adagio, Fugue In C Major; Canzona In D Minor - Ferdinand Klinda (organ) / Opus LP Stereo 1974 / 9111 0303 Czechoslovak Historic Organs: Bach - Concerto In A & D Minor; Toccata, Adagio, Fugue In C Major; Canzona In D Minor - Ferdinand Klinda (organ) / Opus LP Stereo 1974 / 9111 0303
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    Czechoslovak Historic Organs: Bach - Concerto In A & D Minor; Toccata, Adagio, Fugue In C Major; Canzona In D Minor - Ferdinand Klinda (organ) / Opus LP Stereo 1974 / 9111 0303

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    Czechoslovak Historic Organs: Bach - Concerto In A & D Minor; Toccata, Adagio, Fugue In C Major; Canzona In D Minor - Ferdinand Klinda (organ) / Opus LP Stereo 1974  9111 0303 Product Details: Label: Opus – 9111...
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  • Bach: Weihnachtsoratorium (Ausschnitte) - Arleen Augér, Annelies Burmeister, Peter Schreier, Theo Adam, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Dresdner Philharmonie, Martin Flämig / ETERNA LP Stereo 1975 / 8 26 693 Bach: Weihnachtsoratorium (Ausschnitte) - Arleen Augér, Annelies Burmeister, Peter Schreier, Theo Adam, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Dresdner Philharmonie, Martin Flämig / ETERNA LP Stereo 1975 / 8 26 693
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    Bach: Weihnachtsoratorium (Ausschnitte) - Arleen Augér, Annelies Burmeister, Peter Schreier, Theo Adam, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Dresdner Philharmonie, Martin Flämig / ETERNA LP Stereo 1975 / 8 26 693

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    Bach: Weihnachtsoratorium (Ausschnitte) - Arleen Augér, Annelies Burmeister, Peter Schreier, Theo Adam, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Dresdner Philharmonie, Martin Flämig / ETERNA LP Stereo 1975 8 26 693 Product Details Label: ETERNA –...
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  • Bach: Matthaeus Passion (Ausschnitte) - Peter Schreier, Theo Adam, Adele Stolte, Annelies Burmeister, Hans-Joachim Rotzsch, Günther Leib, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Gewandhausorchester Leipzig / ETERNA LP Stereo 1974 / 8 26 145 Bach: Matthaeus Passion (Ausschnitte) - Peter Schreier, Theo Adam, Adele Stolte, Annelies Burmeister, Hans-Joachim Rotzsch, Günther Leib, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Gewandhausorchester Leipzig / ETERNA LP Stereo 1974 / 8 26 145
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    Bach: Matthaeus Passion (Ausschnitte) - Peter Schreier, Theo Adam, Adele Stolte, Annelies Burmeister, Hans-Joachim Rotzsch, Günther Leib, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Gewandhausorchester Leipzig / ETERNA LP Stereo 1974 / 8 26 145

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    Bach: Matthaeus Passion (Ausschnitte) - Peter Schreier, Theo Adam, Adele Stolte, Annelies Burmeister, Hans-Joachim Rotzsch, Günther Leib, Dresdner Kreuzchor, Thomanerchor Leipzig, Gewandhausorchester Leipzig / ETERNA LP Stereo 1974 8 26...
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  • J.S. Bach - Kantate No. 21 „ Ich Hatte Viel Bekümmernis" - Bach-Collegium & Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Cond. Helmuth Rilling / Supraphon LP Mono / 1 12 0792 J.S. Bach - Kantate No. 21 „ Ich Hatte Viel Bekümmernis" - Bach-Collegium & Gächinger Kantorei Stuttgart, Cond. Helmuth Rilling / Supraphon LP Mono / 1 12 0792
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  • Johann Sebastian Bach: 10. folge -Günther Ramin (dirigiert) - Sei Lob Und Ehr' Dem Höchsten Gut, Kantate Nr. 117; Aus Der Tiefe Rufe Ich, Herr, Zu Dir, Kantate Nr. 131 / ETERNA LP 1966 / 8 20 525 Johann Sebastian Bach: 10. folge -Günther Ramin (dirigiert) - Sei Lob Und Ehr' Dem Höchsten Gut, Kantate Nr. 117; Aus Der Tiefe Rufe Ich, Herr, Zu Dir, Kantate Nr. 131 / ETERNA LP 1966 / 8 20 525
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    Johann Sebastian Bach: 10. folge -Günther Ramin (dirigiert) - Sei Lob Und Ehr' Dem Höchsten Gut, Kantate Nr. 117; Aus Der Tiefe Rufe Ich, Herr, Zu Dir, Kantate Nr. 131 / ETERNA LP 1966 8 20 525 Product Features Vinyl, LP, Mono Label:...
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  • J-S Bach: Passion Selon Saint Marc (Markuspassion BWV 247. Premier Enregistrement Mondial) - Solistes-Süddeutscher Madrigalchor De Stuttgart, Orchestre De Chambre De Pforzheim, Dir. Wolfgang Gonnenwein / Erato LP Stereo 1965 / LDE 3346 J-S Bach: Passion Selon Saint Marc (Markuspassion BWV 247. Premier Enregistrement Mondial) - Solistes-Süddeutscher Madrigalchor De Stuttgart, Orchestre De Chambre De Pforzheim, Dir. Wolfgang Gonnenwein / Erato LP Stereo 1965 / LDE 3346
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  • Bach: Johann Michael (1648-1649), Johann Bernhard (1676-1749), Johann Christoph (1642-1703), Johann Lorenz (1695-1773), Wilhelm Friedemann (1710-1784), Johann Ernst (1722-1777), Johann Christoph Friedrich (1732-1782) / Dischi ECO LP Stereo / ECO 589 c Bach: Johann Michael (1648-1649), Johann Bernhard (1676-1749), Johann Christoph (1642-1703), Johann Lorenz (1695-1773), Wilhelm Friedemann (1710-1784), Johann Ernst (1722-1777), Johann Christoph Friedrich (1732-1782) / Dischi ECO LP Stereo / ECO 589 c
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    Bach: Johann Michael, Johann Bernhard, Johann Christoph, Johann Lorenz, Wilhelm Friedemann, Johann Ernst, Johann Christoph Friedrich / Dischi ECO LP Stereo

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  • J. S. Bach = И. С. Бах - Магнификат Ре Мажор, B. 243; Кантата №31 "Der Himmel Lacht, Die Erde Jubilleret" - Ф. Зайлер (сопрано), В. Браун (тенор), А. Мессталер (бас), Барок-хор И Инстр. Ансамбль (г. Штутгарт) / Мелодия LP / Д 014771-014772 J. S. Bach = И. С. Бах - Магнификат Ре Мажор, B. 243; Кантата №31 "Der Himmel Lacht, Die Erde Jubilleret" - Ф. Зайлер (сопрано), В. Браун (тенор), А. Мессталер (бас), Барок-хор И Инстр. Ансамбль (г. Штутгарт) / Мелодия LP / Д 014771-014772
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    J. S. Bach = И. С. Бах - Магнификат Ре Мажор, B. 243; Кантата №31 "Der Himmel Lacht, Die Erde Jubilleret" / Мелодия LP

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    J. S. Bach = И. С. Бах - Магнификат Ре Мажор, B. 243; Кантата №31 "Der Himmel Lacht, Die Erde Jubilleret" / Мелодия LP Д 014771-014772 Ф. Зайлер, В. Браун, А. Мессталер, Барок-хор И Инстр. Ансамбль Product Features Label: Мелодия – Д...
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  • Johann Sebastian Bach: The Well-Tempered Clavier I & II Johann Sebastian Bach: The Well-Tempered Clavier I & II
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  • Vladimír Mikulka – Compositions By J. S. Bach / Supraphon LP Stereo 1974 / 1 11 1585 Vladimír Mikulka – Compositions By J. S. Bach / Supraphon LP Stereo 1974 / 1 11 1585
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  • Johann Sebastian Bach: Famous Organ Works - Ferdinand Klinda (organ) / Supraphon LP Mono / 0 11 0975 Johann Sebastian Bach: Famous Organ Works - Ferdinand Klinda (organ) / Supraphon LP Mono / 0 11 0975
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  • J. S. Bach = И. С. Бах – Органная Месса (Фрагменты) / Мелодия LP 1970 / 33СМ 02107—08 J. S. Bach = И. С. Бах – Органная Месса (Фрагменты) / Мелодия LP 1970 / 33СМ 02107—08
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