Johann Sebastian Bach: His Work and Influence on the Music of Germany, 1685-1750

by Philipp Spitta

Overview

Volume 3 of monumental three-volume study of Bach, foundation of all later scholarship. Detailed information on almost everything known about Bach's life and family; also perceptive analyses of all important compositions—over 500 pieces—with more than 450 musical excerpts. Scholarly, yet can be read with profit by any serious music lover. Republication of 1885 English translation by Clara Bell and J. A. Fuller-Maitland.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780486274133
Publisher:	Dover Publications
Publication date:	11/28/2015
Series:	Dover Books on Music: Composers , #2
Edition description:	Unabridged
Pages:	736
Product dimensions:	5.38(w) x 7.99(h) x 1.33(d)

About the Author

Johann Sebastian Bach (1685–1750) was a prolific German composer and organist whose sacred and secular works for choir, orchestra, and solo instruments exemplify the heart and soul of the Baroque period. A revival of interest in his music and its performance began early in the 19th century and continues to this day. He now ranks among the greatest composers in the Western tradition.