Role

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Composer

Country

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Germany

Birth

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May 24, 1759

Death

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December 25, 1845 in Berlin, Germany

Period

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Classical

Genre

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Choral

 

 

Keyboard

 

 

Symphony

 

 

Vocal

 

Wilhelm Friedrich Ernst Bach was a German composer and musician born on May 24, 1759, in Weimar, Germany. He was the youngest son of Johann Sebastian Bach, one of the most famous composers of the Baroque era. Wilhelm was born into a family of musicians, and his father was his first music teacher. He received his early education in music from his father and his older brothers, who were also musicians. Wilhelm showed an early interest in music and began composing at a young age. He was a talented pianist and violinist and performed in public concerts from the age of six. He also studied music theory and composition with his father and his older brother, Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach. In 1778, Wilhelm moved to Berlin to study law at the University of Halle. However, he continued to pursue his musical interests and became a member of the Berlin Singakademie, a choral society that performed the works of Bach and other composers. He also studied composition with Johann Philipp Kirnberger, a pupil of Johann Sebastian Bach. Wilhelm's early compositions were influenced by the music of his father and his older brothers. However, he developed his own style, which was characterized by a blend of classical and Baroque elements. His works were known for their technical virtuosity and expressive qualities. One of Wilhelm's most famous works is his Concerto in D minor for two pianos and orchestra. The piece was composed in 1780 and is considered one of the earliest examples of a double concerto for pianos. The work is notable for its virtuosic piano writing and its use of counterpoint, a technique that was popular in the Baroque era. Another notable work by Wilhelm is his Symphony in E-flat major. The piece was composed in 1784 and is one of his most popular works. The symphony is characterized by its lively rhythms and its use of orchestral color. It is considered a masterpiece of the classical era. Wilhelm also composed a number of chamber works, including sonatas for violin and piano, string quartets, and piano trios. His chamber music is known for its technical demands and its expressive qualities. In addition to his work as a composer, Wilhelm was also a respected music teacher. He taught piano and composition to a number of students, including his own children. His most famous pupil was his son, Johann Nepomuk Hummel, who went on to become a successful composer and pianist. Wilhelm died on December 25, 1845, in Berlin, Germany. He is remembered as one of the most important composers of the classical era and as a member of one of the most famous musical families in history. His works continue to be performed and recorded today, and his legacy as a composer and musician lives on.

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