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Johann Sebastian Bach

A famous German composer of the Baroque period, who lived from 1685-1750.

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How did Johann Bach die?

Johann Sebastian Bach died on July 28, 1750, due to complications from a stroke. He had been suffering from a variety of health issues, including failing eyesight, for several years leading up to his death. Bach's health deteriorated rapidly in the days before his passing, and he ultimately succumbed to the effects of the stroke.

What does Zippelfaggotist! You nanny-goat bassoonist! mean?

Well, honey, that's just a bunch of gibberish insults thrown together for comedic effect. It doesn't really mean anything specific, just a playful way to insult someone in a creative manner. So, if you ever feel like calling someone a zippelfaggotist or a nanny-goat bassoonist, just know it's all in good fun.

How did Johann Gottfried Zinn die?

Johann Gottfried Zinn, a German anatomist and botanist, died in 1759 from tuberculosis at the age of 38. This respiratory illness was common during that time period and often fatal before the advent of modern medical treatments.

What was Johann Sebastian Bach favorite food?

Bach was especially fond of potatoes, which he often ate in excess. This can be evidenced from the 59th Cantata, 'O Heil, mein leibe Kartoffel', BWV 622, in which thinly-veiled references to his penchant for the tuber can be discerned. Bach was especially fond of potatoes, which he often ate in excess. This can be evidenced from the 59th Cantata, 'O Heil, mein leibe Kartoffel', BWV 622, in which thinly-veiled references to his penchant for the tuber can be discerned.

Where was js bach born?

Johann Sebastian Bach was born in Eisenach, Germany, in 1685. His father, and his uncles were all involved in musical life, as organists, composers and choir directors; out of this came the recognition of his own musical talent.

What type music did Bach compose?

I'm not to sure so go 2 Bach fun facts on goggle (sorry it is my first time on here!!!!)

Can you name a girl Sebastian?

I don't think so, but there is a female variant of Sebastian. It's Sebastienne, and personally I think it sounds beautiful But that's up to you.

What year was the song Toccata and Fugue in D minor made?

Bach actually wrote two toccata-and-fugue pairs in D minor, both in 1708. The most famous one (appeared in the original Fantasia movie, and often used as a stock piece of generic "scary music") is BWV 565. The other, sometimes called the "Dorian" toccata and fugue, is BWV 538. Check the number if you're looking to buy a recording!

What languages did Johann Sebastian Bach speak?

Most likely German, as he was born in Germany and spent most of his life in Vienna.

Who did Carl Philip Emanuel Bach marry?

Carl Philip Emmanuel Bach married Johanna Maria Dannemann in 1744. Together they had three children; Johann Adam, Anna Carolina Philipinna and Johann Sebastian "the Younger". Johann Sebastian went on to become a painter, but he died on a trip to Italy in his late-twenties. The other two children went on to become musicians, but neither of them would grow up to be as successful musician as their father or their grandfather.

Carl and Johanna remained married until he died in December 1788. He was buried at the church of St. Michael in Hamburg.

Why did Bach always put SDG at the bottom of his music?

It was his "signature" ... SDG stood for: Soli deo Gloria (to God be the glory).

What is a toccata?

An old form of piece for the organ or harpsichord, somewhat in the free and brilliant style of the prelude, fantasia, or capriccio.