02499cam a22003613u 4500 59085 UtSlPG 20260610134348.0 m cr n 260607r2019||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 03001889 UtSlPG en iso639-1 ML Pirro, André, 1869-1943 L'orgue de Jean-Sébastien Bach. English Johann Sebastian Bach: The Organist and His Works for the Organ Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2019 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2019-03-18 Produced by David Newman, Chuck Greif, Linda Cantoni, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Johann Sebastian Bach: The Organist and His Works for the Organ" by André Pirro is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the life and compositions of Johann Sebastian Bach, particularly focusing on his work as an organist and the significance of his organ music. Through this exploration, it aims to provide insights into Bach’s musical contributions and his profound influence on the development of organ music. The opening of this work presents a preface that sets the tone for a deep analysis of Bach’s character and his musical genius. It portrays Bach as a humble and diligent figure who was dedicated to his craft, characterized by a combination of formidable talent and a commitment to his education and teaching. The narrative hints at Bach's intricate relationship with his predecessors, suggesting that his genius was informed by the works of notable composers before him, such as Frescobaldi and Buxtehude. By providing historical context and detailing the evolution of Bach's style, the introduction prepares readers for an in-depth study of his organ compositions, which will explore their structure and significance within the broader spectrum of classical music. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Composers -- Germany -- Biography Bach, Johann Sebastian, 1685-1750 Widor, Charles-Marie, 1844-1937 Goodrich, Wallace, 1871-1952 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59085 99911 99911