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A Musical Duel in 1717

  • Writer: John Georges
    John Georges
  • Feb 18
  • 1 min read

In 1717, Johann Sebastian Bach participated in a musical duel with French organist and composer Louis Marchand.

Marchand had initially challenged Bach to an improvisation contest, but abruptly left Leipzig upon hearing Bach's extraordinary improvisational skills.

 
 
 

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