He was able to successfully combine tunes from German, French, Italian and English schools. Bach is also known for mathematical accuracy in his music. He is often recognized by many people, both musicians and people who don't have anything to do with music.
Bach was born on March 21 1685. He learned how to play the harpsichord and the violin from his father. It was his uncle that taught him how to play the organ. His mother and father died when he was nine. Bach spent the height of his working life in a Lutheran church position in Leipzig. He played the organist and conducted. He married his cousin Maria Barbara. On July 28, he died of a stroke and fever. He was 65 years old.
Much of Bach's music was religious, and many of his works admit religious explanations on some levels. His organ pieces are the best. His other solo keyboard music is held in equally high respect. His other chamber music selections are for solo violin and solo cello. These songs are also highly renowned. Bach's large-scale choral music is also unique in its extent. His huge output of cantatas for all occasions is also impressive. Finally, his large output of concerti includes some of the finest examples of the period.
Although not always the best sounding, Back is fun to play and also challenging. His music ranges from beautiful largos to lively sonatas. There is probably not a single person who doesn't know Bach. He is famous in other countries than America too.
