Johann Sebastian Bach: His Life, Art, and Work
Unveiling the Musical Genius: Bach's Life, Art, and InfluenceBy Johann Nikolaus Forkel
Length8h 17m
About this audiobook
Johann Nikolaus Forkel's "Johann Sebastian Bach: His Life, Art, and Work" serves as a pioneering biographical inquiry into the life and contributions of one of the foremost composers in Western music history. Published in the late 18th century, Forkel's work intertwines meticulous biographical details with a critical analysis of Bach's compositions, utilizing a narrative style that is both engaging and richly informative. This seminal text not only contextualizes Bach within the traditions of his time but also explores the profound emotional and intellectual depth of his music, providing readers with insights into the cultural and artistic milieu of the Baroque period. Forkel, a distinguished musicologist and one of Bach's earliest biographers, was deeply influenced by his own background as a musician and a scholar. His close association with Bach'Äôs music and his commitment to the understanding of musical form and theory prompted him to undertake this extensive study. In compiling letters, anecdotes, and musical insights, Forkel forged a legacy that honors Bach's genius while furthering contemporary appreciation of the composer'Äôs artistry and innovations. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the intricacies of Bach'Äôs life and the evolution of classical music. Forkel'Äôs work not only enlightens the reader about Bach'Äôs profound impact on music but also invites a deeper contemplation of the artistic endeavor itself, making it a indispensable resource for both scholars and music enthusiasts alike.
Audiobook details
GenreOther
Length8 hrs 17 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 5, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Illustrations
29Orchestral:335—
2Introduction
30Organ:—
3FORKEL'S PREFACE
31Vocal:—
4CHAPTER I. THE FAMILY OF BACH
32Clavier:—
5Chapter II. THE CAREER OF BACH
33Orchestral:—
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6CHAPTER IIA.113 BACH AT LEIPZIG, 1723-1750
34Organ:—
7CHAPTER III. BACH AS A CLAVIER PLAYER
35Vocal:—
8CHAPTER IV. BACH THE ORGANIST
36Clavier:—
9CHAPTER V. BACH THE COMPOSER
37Chamber:—
10CHAPTER VI. BACH THE COMPOSER (continued)
38Organ:—
11CHAPTER VII. BACH AS A TEACHER
39(1) COMPOSED AT ARNSTADT (see also Nos. 150, 189.)
12CHAPTER VIII. PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
40(2) COMPOSED AT MÜLHAUSEN (see also Nos. 150, 189.)
13I. Compositions For The Clavier
41(3) COMPOSED AT WEIMAR. (See also Nos. 12, 72, 80, 164, 168, 186.)
14II. Music For The Clavier With Other Instruments
42(4) COMPOSED AT CÖTHEN. (See also Nos. 22 and 23.)
15III. Compositions For The Organ
43(5) COMPOSED AT LEIPZIG. 1723-34. (See also Nos. 31, 70, 134, 147, 158, 173.)
16IV. Instrumental Music
44(6) COMPOSED AT LEIPZIG: 1735-50
17V. Vocal Music
45(A) PUBLICATIONS OF THE BACHGESELLSCHAFT
18CHAPTER X. BACH'S MANUSCRIPTS
46(B) PUBLICATIONS OF THE NEW BACHGESELLSCHAFT
19CHAPTER XI. THE GENIUS OF BACH
47I. Germany
20VOCAL:—
48II. France
21CLAVIER328:—
49III. Great Britain
22Organ330:—
50IV. United States Of America
23Vocal:—
51V. Holland
24Clavier:—
52VI. Belgium
25Organ:—
53VII. Russia
26Vocal:—
54APPENDIX V. A COLLATION OF THE NOVELLO AND PETERS EDITIONS OF THE ORGAN WORKS
27Clavier:—
55APPENDIX VI. GENEALOGY OF THE FAMILY OF BACH
28Chamber333:—
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