Johann Sebastian Bach

1685–1750

Nationality: German

Historical Period: The 18th Century

Bach was one of the most prolific and original composers in the Western classical tradition. His cantatas, passions and oratorios played an important part in Lutheran church music.

Quotes from Johann Sebastian Bach:

• Johann Sebastian Bach asks God “when will I die”?
• Johann Sebastian Bach and Martin Luther on how God helps us gain our freedom

Titles from Johann Sebastian Bach:

• Author: Bach’s Chorals, 3 vols.
• Author: Bach’s Chorals, vol. 1 The Hymns and Hymn Melodies of the “Passions” and Oratorios
• Author: Bach’s Chorals, vol. 2 The Hymns and Hymn Melodies of the Cantatas and Motetts
• Author: Bach’s Chorals, vol. 3 The Hymns and Hymn Melodies of the Organ Works