Johann Sebastian Bach Research Paper
Johann Sebastian Bach
Melissa Cabral
Professor Craig Pilant
HIS 113 (46210)
Early Modern Europe
Throughout the experimental times in music history, many composers sought out fame during their lifetimes. Though some had success, others such as Johann Sebastian Bach were not as fortunate. Once his time had reached an end, the many works composed became sacred to the new musicians born. Johann Sebastian Bach was one composer who had not been known for his lyrical genius until a century after his death. More recognized as an organist during his lifetime, Johann Sebastian Bach still became one of the most influential composers of the revival period. (Getzinger, Donna, and Daniel Felsenfeld) In 1685, …show more content…
There’s no doubt whether to one studying classical music would know if Bach was the best composer who had ever lived. If Bach was known as the greatest composer, he would be known the least in a company of other well known composers of the Baroque era. After Bach, there would be a series of other composers who would follow in his inspiration in composing. His more prolific contemporaries are Telemann and Vivaldi; both who would collectively written five times as much as Bach did. When it came to influential work, no one had equally written the same amount of superiority in their compositions. Before Bach started his grand career, he would have to take a long leave before he continued his treasures. He even walked over 500 miles away from his home to watch one of his most favored composers Buxtehude perform Abendmusik. Bach earned the respect of each new generation primarily because his music is heard in various performances, such as movies, classical performances, restaurants, and other public events in which have music entertainment. (Smith, …show more content…
The integration of structural features, and the organization of Bach’s style were highly recognized by other composers during his time. Musically it is written similarly to the parts that are linked, and no other part is equally heard. Bach’s music withstood a complex test in its time, because of its compelling and soundly structure. As for the form, counterpoint, melody, and harmony, the balance and completeness of the temporal elements are intriguing to the ear. These principles were practiced by the western world for half a millennium. The new modernization of classical composing created a new way for Baroque composers to express their arts for years to come. While Bach has truly been an inspiration to all musicians alike, his compositions and works will live on for centuries to
Melissa Cabral
Professor Craig Pilant
HIS 113 (46210)
Early Modern Europe
Throughout the experimental times in music history, many composers sought out fame during their lifetimes. Though some had success, others such as Johann Sebastian Bach were not as fortunate. Once his time had reached an end, the many works composed became sacred to the new musicians born. Johann Sebastian Bach was one composer who had not been known for his lyrical genius until a century after his death. More recognized as an organist during his lifetime, Johann Sebastian Bach still became one of the most influential composers of the revival period. (Getzinger, Donna, and Daniel Felsenfeld) In 1685, …show more content…
There’s no doubt whether to one studying classical music would know if Bach was the best composer who had ever lived. If Bach was known as the greatest composer, he would be known the least in a company of other well known composers of the Baroque era. After Bach, there would be a series of other composers who would follow in his inspiration in composing. His more prolific contemporaries are Telemann and Vivaldi; both who would collectively written five times as much as Bach did. When it came to influential work, no one had equally written the same amount of superiority in their compositions. Before Bach started his grand career, he would have to take a long leave before he continued his treasures. He even walked over 500 miles away from his home to watch one of his most favored composers Buxtehude perform Abendmusik. Bach earned the respect of each new generation primarily because his music is heard in various performances, such as movies, classical performances, restaurants, and other public events in which have music entertainment. (Smith, …show more content…
The integration of structural features, and the organization of Bach’s style were highly recognized by other composers during his time. Musically it is written similarly to the parts that are linked, and no other part is equally heard. Bach’s music withstood a complex test in its time, because of its compelling and soundly structure. As for the form, counterpoint, melody, and harmony, the balance and completeness of the temporal elements are intriguing to the ear. These principles were practiced by the western world for half a millennium. The new modernization of classical composing created a new way for Baroque composers to express their arts for years to come. While Bach has truly been an inspiration to all musicians alike, his compositions and works will live on for centuries to