J.S. Bach, short for Johann Sebastian Bach, was a German composer and musician from the Baroque period. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest composers in Western music history.
Think of J.S. Bach as the Mozart or Beethoven of his time, creating beautiful and intricate musical masterpieces that have stood the test of time.
Baroque Period: A period in music history from approximately 1600 to 1750 characterized by elaborate ornamentation, complex harmonies, and contrapuntal textures.
Fugue: A type of composition popularized by J.S. Bach that features a main theme (subject) introduced in one voice and then imitated by other voices.
Chorale Prelude: A short composition for organ based on a hymn tune, often used as an introduction to congregational singing in church services.
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