Johann Sebastian Bach

The author tells in a lively, engaging manner about the life and work of the great German composer of the 18th century, Johann Sebastian Bach.
Intended for a wide audience of music lovers.

CONTENTS:

• On the Road
• "O man, mourn your great sin"
• Childhood. Years of Apprenticeship
• Young Apprentice
• Beginning of an Independent Path
• Court Musician in Weimar
• Kapellmeister at the Court in Köthen
• Cantor of St. Thomas School
• Music Director of Leipzig
• Struggle with the Magistrate
• High Mass
• "Be Proud of Him, Fatherland!"
• Bach's Sons
• Revival