Search results
The following is a list of organ composers. As well as citing the most regarded composers of music for the pipe organ, this list includes important anonymous and early music sources, as well as composers from under-researched regions and countries. Eras of composition are roughly categorized as follows: Medieval: before 1440.
May 5, 2023 · But who are the greatest composers of organ music? We've put together our list of the 19 greatest classical composers of organ music—in no particular order—and we hope you enjoy it. 1. Johann B.J.M. Reger (1873-1916)
Bach, Johann Sebastian (See also: List of organ compositions by Johann Sebastian Bach ) Six Trio Sonatas (BWV 525–530) Preludes and Fugues (BWV 531–551) Toccatas and Fugues (BWV 564–566) Orgelbüchlein (Little Organ Book) (BWV 599–644) 18 Chorale Preludes (the Leipzig Chorales) (BWV 651–668) Clavier-Übung III.
May 8, 2023 · 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).
Mention organ music, and many people will think of Johann Sebastian Bach. He was far from the only composer writing for this instrument, so who else makes our list of the greatest composers of organ music? Keep reading.
Johann Pachelbel (IPA: [ paˈxɛlbəl ]) ( baptized September 1, 1653 – March 3, 1706) was an acclaimed German Baroque composer, organist and teacher who brought the south German organ tradition to its peak.
During the mid-19th century, composers such as Franz Liszt and Julius Reubke wrote works for the organ of immense scale. Organs being built during this time were larger and had greater dynamic range than organs of the Baroque period, and Romantic composers were determined to exploit the capabilities of these instruments.
