Monday 28 January 2013

Example from the 'canon': Johann Sebastian Bach

Johann Sebastian Bach(1685 – 28 July 1750) was a German composer, organist, harpsichordist, violist, and violinist of the Baroque period. He enriched many established German styles through his skill in counterpoint, harmonic and motivicorganisation, and the adaptation of rhythms, forms, and textures from abroad, particularly from Italy and France. Many of Bach's works are still known today, such as the Brandenburg Concertos, the Mass in B minor, the The Well-Tempered Clavier, his cantatas, chorales,partitas, Passions, and organ works. His music is revered for its intellectual depth, technical command, and artistic beauty.

I chose this person because he is known as the father of classic music. I believe that almost all people admit this fact, so he must me the 'canon'. Also he lived in

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