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Johann Sebastian Bach

During his lifetime, German composer Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) was considered an outstanding organist. But only posthumously did he come to be revered as one of the most significant composers of all time.

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IOC President: Who will succeed Thomas Bach?

IOC President: Who will succeed Thomas Bach?

DW looks at the seven candidates aiming to become the next president of the International Olympic Committee.
SportsSeptember 16, 20248 images
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Rheingau music festival presents global classical music

Rheingau music festival presents global classical music

At this year's Rheingau festival, organizers are mixing classical music with diverse sounds from distant countries.
MusicJune 26, 2024
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The strong women of the Bach family

The strong women of the Bach family

Composer Johann Sebastian Bach is a classical superstar. But little was known about the women of his musical family.
MusicJune 21, 2024
People dressed in black gesticualting on a stage.

Bach's music — diverse and accessible

Bach's music — diverse and accessible

Johann Sebastian Bach's cantatas not only inspire choirs worldwide, but also those who can't actually hear his music.
MusicJune 10, 2024
A mother laments over the grave of her son in Bucha, Ukraine

Soundtrack of our time: 300 years of Bach's St. John Passion

Soundtrack of our time: 300 years of Bach's St. John Passion

The masterpiece, an unparalleled appeal for more humanity, first premiered on Good Friday in 1724.
MusicMarch 28, 2024
Erfurt Cathedral Hill lit up at night.

10 reasons to love Thuringia

10 reasons to love Thuringia

Thuringia, Germany's most central location, is home to plenty of nature, history and some regional specialties.
TravelJanuary 25, 202410 images
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In the spotlight

Monument to the Thomaskantor and composer Johann Sebastian Bach in front of the Thomaskirche in Leipzig

Bachfest Leipzig — Who was Bach?

Johann Sebastian Bach had many musical ancestors. The Leipzig Bach Festival works of his ancestors and sons.
MusicJune 8, 2022
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Bach's Christmas Oratorio

It's Xmas time! In this episode, we take you through some festive music with Johann Sebastian Bach's Christmas Oratorio.
MusicDecember 22, 2021
Michael Maul, man holding up book that reads, Bach

Bach's 'inexhaustible cosmos'

Johann Sebastian Bach's music is revered around the world. A new biography reveals the man behind the musician.
MusicDecember 6, 2021
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