Johann Bernhard Bach the elder
German composer (1676-1749)
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Summary
Johann Bernhard Bach the elder was born on May 23, 1676[1], in Erfurt[2]. He died on June 11, 1749[3], in Eisenach[4]. He worked as a composer[5] and harpsichordist[6]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (344 views/month, #7,285 of 1,000,298).[7]
Key Facts
- Father: Johann Aegidius Bach[8]
- Child: Johann Ernst Bach[9], Friederica Maria Bach[10]
- Country of citizenship: Germany[11]
- Student: Johann Gottfried Walther[12]
- Sex or gender: male[13]
- Family: Bach family[14]
- Movement: Baroque music[15]
- Family name: Bach[16]
- Given name: Johann[17], Bernhard[18]
- Student of: Johann Aegidius Bach[19]
- Instrument: organ[20]
- Described by source: Allgemeine Deutsche Biographie[21]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: German[22]
Why It Matters
Johann Bernhard Bach the elder has Wikipedia articles in 11 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[23] He is known by 10 alternative names across languages and contexts.[24]
FAQs
Where was Johann Bernhard Bach the elder born?
Johann Bernhard Bach the elder was born in Erfurt[2].
Where did Johann Bernhard Bach the elder die?
Johann Bernhard Bach the elder died in Eisenach[4].
Who were Johann Bernhard Bach the elder's parents?
Johann Bernhard Bach the elder's father was Johann Aegidius Bach[8].
What did Johann Bernhard Bach the elder do for work?
Johann Bernhard Bach the elder worked as a composer[5] and harpsichordist[6].