Johann Adam Reincken
Organist and Baroque composer
Born
1623
402 years ago
Died
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Germany
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A prominent organist and composer during the Baroque period, contributed significantly to organ music. Served as a city organist in Hamburg and influenced many composers, including Johann Sebastian Bach. Reincken's compositions showcased complex counterpoints and innovative structures, reflecting the stylistic features of his time. He was also instrumental in developing the German organ tradition.
Composed the famous work 'In Elysio'
Served as organist at St. Nicholas Church in Hamburg
Influenced the organ compositions of Johann Sebastian Bach
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