Johann Sebastian Bach (March 21, 1685 - July 28, 1750), a German composer of the Baroque period, an outstanding organ, violin, and grand piano player The harpsichord player is generally regarded as one of the most important composers in the history of music, and is honored as the "Father of Modern Western Music". He is also one of the most important figures in the history of Western culture.

Representative works: "Brandenburg Concerto", "Matthew Passion", "Mass in B minor", "Well-Tempered Piano Collection".

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Karajan once said: "The first thing every morning is to listen to Bach's music, which is like a clear spring flowing by. Music of the soul helps me correct my hearing.” If you are a music lover, not listening to Bach’s music is like missing out on the entire Baroque. ?

Bach’s music is just like his person. His clear spring-like tones always express emotions implicitly. When you carefully analyze his musical style, your emotions may have reached the bottom of your heart before you even react. Bach's music creation paved the way for future generations, just like philosophers or mathematicians.

French music critic Paul Landour said: "The purpose of Bach's creation was not for future generations, nor even for the Germany of his time. His ambitions did not go beyond his city, Even within the confines of his church, he worked every week just for the next Sunday, preparing a new piece or revising an old one; after the piece was performed, he put it back in the bookcase. I never considered publishing it, or even thinking of saving it for my own use.

There is no other masterpiece in the world that is so innocently conceived and executed! ”

Baidu Encyclopedia—Johann Sebastian Bach