JS Bach Flashcards
What is his full name?
JSB
Johann Sebastian Bach
When did Bach stay alive?
1685-1750
Country of birth?
Germany
Historical Era
Baroque
Contemporary Composers:
Handel - Vivaldi
Contemporary Artists:
Rembrandt
Other People/Events
- Isaac Newton
- George Washington
- Voltaire
- Invention of Steam Boiler
What type of family was Bach’s
Bach’s Family was full of famous musicians
When did Bach’s Family die?
Within a year of eachother before his tenth birthday.
After the loss of parents, who did Bach live with?
With his brother, who taught the composer how to play the organ, this was when his career “began to flourish.”
In the day, who was Bach known as?
A skilled violinist, organist and harpsichordist.
What is Baroque?
A term that describes the complex style of music and art produced around the late 1600’s and early 1700’s.
Cantatas
In church Bach wrote Cantatas - Long musical works to be played and sung during church services.
These works demonstrate his deep religious beliefs, which were a very important part of his life and music.
When employed as a Court Musician?
What did he write?
Bach wrote many beautiful instrument works for his royal employers, including sonatas, suites and concertos for a wide variety of instruments.
What was Bach’s final job?
The Musical Director for the city of Leipzig, where he directed music for four churches and two choires as well as producing music needed for special occasions.
