02210cam a22003013u 4500 46076 UtSlPG 20260610134046.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 ML Poole, Reginald Lane, 1857-1939 Sebastian Bach Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-06-23 Produced by Turgut Dincer, Henry Flower and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Sebastian Bach" by Reginald Lane Poole is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the life and musical contributions of Johann Sebastian Bach, exploring his ancestry, upbringing, and the development of his genius within a family rich in musical tradition. The biography aims to provide an insightful look into the experiences and influences that shaped Bach into one of classical music's most enduring figures. At the start of the text, the author discusses the significance of Bach's family roots, emphasizing the long lineage of musicians in the Bach family dating back to the 16th century. The narrative highlights key ancestors and their contributions to music, showcasing an unbroken legacy that paved the way for Bach's own talents. The author outlines Martin Luther's influence on the Bach family, the musical environment of Thuringia, and Bach's early education under his brother Christoph. This opening sets a foundation for understanding how Bach's familial background and early influences played significant roles in the emergence of his artistic greatness. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Bach, Johann Sebastian, 1685-1750 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46076 86915 86915