Johann Sebastian Bach by Herbert F. Peyser
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| Author | Peyser, Herbert F. (Herbert Francis), 1886-1953 |
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| LoC No. | 50011825 |
| Title | Johann Sebastian Bach |
| Note | Reading ease score: 59.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Johann Sebastian Bach" by Herbert F. Peyser is a biography written in the mid-20th century. The book provides an overview of the life of the renowned composer Johann Sebastian Bach, focusing on his artistic legacy and daily life. It recounts significant events and milestones in Bach's life, highlighting his musical genius amid the relatively mundane aspects of his existence. In this biography, Peyser explores Bach's journey from his early childhood in Eisenach to his prolific periods in various towns, including Arnstadt, Mühlhausen, Weimar, Cöthen, and Leipzig. The narrative details his challenges, triumphs, and pivotal moments in his career, such as his role as an organist, composer, and teacher. The author also emphasizes Bach's familial relationships, the influences of his predecessors, and his contributions to sacred and secular music, culminating in masterpieces like the "St. Matthew Passion" and the "B minor Mass." Overall, the book paints a picture of Bach not only as a monumental figure in classical music but also as a complex human being navigating through life’s trials and tribulations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | ML: Music: Literature of music |
| Subject | Bach, Johann Sebastian, 1685-1750 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48977 |
| Release Date | May 17, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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