Bach and the Reformation: A Musical Legacy

This chapter explores the life and impact of Johann Sebastian Bach within the context of the Reformation and 18th-century cultural upheaval. It highlights Bach's significant contributions to music, his challenges with local authorities, and his strict adherence to Lutheran theology, which informed his compositions. The chapter also addresses the posthumous revival of Bach's reputation by figures like Felix Mendelssohn, illustrating the contrast between his contemporary recognition and his enduring legacy.