| Field |
Information |
| Full Name |
Johann Christian Bach |
| Date of Birth |
5 September 1735 |
| Place of Birth |
Leipzig, Germany |
| Date of Death |
1 January 1782 |
| Place of Death |
London, England |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence |
Germany, England |
| Education |
Studied with his father Johann Sebastian Bach and later in Italy |
| Profession |
Composer |
| Years of Activity |
c. 1750 - 1782 |
| Brief Information |
Johann Christian Bach was the youngest son of Johann Sebastian Bach. He became a prominent composer in the early Classical period. He spent much of his career in London where he gained recognition for his operas and instrumental works. |
Life Span Comparison:
Johann Christian Bach
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Average life expectancy in 18th century Europe
