Bach sebastian johann biography of michael
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Johann Michael Bach
- To be distinguished from Johann Michael Bach (1745–1820)
Johann Michael Bach (baptised 19 August [O.S.
9 August] 1648, Arnstadt, Schwarzburg-Sondershausen – 27 May [O.S.
Bach sebastian johann biography of michael
17 May] 1694, Gehren) was a German composer of the Baroque period. He was the brother of Johann Christoph Bach, as well as first cousin, once removed and father-in-law of Johann Sebastian Bach (he was the father of J.S.
Bach's first wife Maria Barbara Bach). He is sometimes referred to as the "Gehrener Bach" to distinguish him from the "Wuppertaler Bach", Johann Michael Bach (1745–1820).[1][2][3][4]
Life
See also: Bach family
Johann Michael was born at Arnstadt, the son of Heinrich Bach, who was the great uncle of Johann Sebastian Bach.
In 1673, Johann Michael became the organist and town clerk of Gehren, where he lived until his death.
Works
See also: Altbachisches Archiv
His most-performed work is