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Johann Christoph Bach (baptised 18 December [ O.S. 8 December] 1642 – 31 March 1703) was a German composer and organist of the Baroque period.
Jun 17, 2024 · Johann Christoph Friedrich Bach was the longest surviving son of J.S. and Anna Magdalena Bach. Probably educated by his father’s cousin Johann Elias Bach, J.C.F. Bach became a chamber musician to Count Wilhelm at Bückeburg in 1750, and was appointed concertmaster 1759.
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Jun 14, 2017 · The German composer and organist, Johann Christoph Bach [13], received a thorough musical grounding from his father, Heinrich Bach [6], and on November 20, 1663 was appointed organist of the Arnstadt castle chapel.
Johann Christoph Bach (16 June 1671 – 22 February 1721) was a musician of the Bach family. He was the eldest of the brothers of Johann Sebastian Bach who survived childhood.
Learn about the early life and musical education of Johann Christoph Bach, the famous composer and organist. Discover how he lost his parents and siblings at a young age and how he inherited the family name and talent.
May 21, 2020 · Learn about the Bach family and their musical legacy, from J.S. Bach to his sons and grandsons. Find out why they were all named Johann, how they differed in style and influence, and who are the most famous Bach composers.
Despite the tragic circumstances which forced the young Bach to leave his hometown and live with his elder brother, organist Johann Christoph, he was soon able to discover a vast musical world. The young Bach, together with his five nephews, studied happily, learning the organ and harpsichord to a high standard.
