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Georg Andreas Sorge was a German composer and musician who lived during the Baroque period. He was born on March 22, 1703, in Schleusingen, a small town in the Thuringian Forest region of Germany. His father, Johann Heinrich Sorge, was a musician and composer, and it was under his tutelage that Georg Andreas began his musical education. Georg Andreas Sorge showed an early aptitude for music, and by the age of 10, he was already playing the organ in his father's church. He continued his studies with his father and also received instruction from other local musicians. In 1721, he enrolled at the University of Jena, where he studied theology and philosophy. While at the university, he continued to pursue his musical interests, and he composed several works for the university's musical society. After completing his studies at Jena, Sorge returned to his hometown of Schleusingen, where he worked as a music teacher and organist. In 1726, he was appointed as the court organist in Rudolstadt, a position he held for the next 20 years. During this time, he composed a number of works for the court, including cantatas, oratorios, and instrumental music. One of Sorge's most significant works from this period is his oratorio "Die sieben Worte Jesu am Kreuz" (The Seven Words of Jesus on the Cross), which was first performed in 1730. The oratorio is a setting of the seven last sayings of Jesus on the cross, and it features arias, recitatives, and choruses. The work was well-received and was performed in several other cities in Germany. In addition to his work as a composer, Sorge was also an accomplished organist and harpsichordist. He was known for his improvisational skills and was often called upon to perform at public events and private gatherings. He also wrote several treatises on music theory and performance, including "Anleitung zur Singekunst" (Instructions for Singing), which was published in 1744. In 1746, Sorge left Rudolstadt and moved to Gera, where he worked as the court organist and music director. He continued to compose during this time, and his works from this period include several cantatas and instrumental pieces. One of his most notable works from this period is his "Concerto for Harpsichord and Strings in C major," which was first performed in 1750. Sorge's later years were marked by financial difficulties and declining health. He suffered from gout and was unable to perform as frequently as he had in the past. Despite these challenges, he continued to compose, and his works from this period include several keyboard pieces and a setting of the "Te Deum" for choir and orchestra. Georg Andreas Sorge died on February 1, 1778, in Gera. He was remembered as a talented composer and musician who made significant contributions to the musical culture of his time. His works, which include cantatas, oratorios, instrumental music, and treatises on music theory, continue to be studied and performed today.

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