# Johann Sebastian Bach — WHE Definition Discussion

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**Created:** [May 8, 2023, 9:04am UTC](https://community.worldhistory.org/t/johann-sebastian-bach-whe-definition-discussion/631 "2023-05-08T09:04:06Z")\
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Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) was a German organist and composer whose work is today regarded as amongst the finest of mature baroque music (c. 1600-1750). More famous as an organist than as a composer in his own lifetime, Bach's rich legacy encompasses sacred and secular works, notably cantatas, organ pieces, and concertos which influenced many later composers.

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