Description
In Great Composers: Bach – Tim Dowley provides an accessible yet detailed look at the life and works of the Baroque master.
From his early years in Eisenach to his prolific tenure in Leipzig, this biography traces Bach’s development as a composer, organist, and family man. The book explores the creation of his most famous masterpieces, including the Brandenburg Concertos and the St. Matthew Passion. Richly illustrated and easy to navigate, this 1990 Hamlyn edition is an ideal starting point for anyone wanting to understand the man behind the music.
This book is also a part of our Biographies collection.
