Who is better Mozart Beethoven or Bach?

In musical circles there is no debate, the answer is Beethoven. His string quartets the richest, his ninth symphony the pinnacle of symphonic achievement, the majestic Missa Solemnis, his piano works, his concertos and so on. He died in 1827 aged 56. Of the four only Bach lived longer dying in 1750 aged 65.

How does Mozart’s writing style differ from that of Bach?

One clear difference between WA Mozart and JS Bach is that they lived at different periods of musical history. JS Bach is considered to be a composer who dominated the Baroque landscape, while WA Mozart is often credited with being the maestro of the Classical style.

Why is Mozart considered a better composer than Bach?

Mozart is one of the greatest composers of symphonies, string quartets and quintets, and piano sonatas – all genres which developed after Bach’s time. He is also one of the greatest composers of opera, and Bach wrote no operas. Bach is probably the greatest composer of sacred music in the Western tradition.

Is Mozart referring to CPE or Bach?

Mozart was referencing CPE, not J.S Bach, when he commented to his Vienna patron, Gottfried van Swieten, “Bach is the father. We are the children!”

Who is the father of Bach?

When the name, “Bach,” was mentioned in the late eighteenth century, the first composer to come to mind would probably have been Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach, the second son of Johann Sebastian. Mozart was referencing CPE, not J.S Bach, when he commented to his Vienna patron, Gottfried van Swieten, “Bach is the father. We are the children!”

Who are the most praised music composers of all time?

Bach, Mozart and Beethoven are some of the most praised music composers. Music connoisseurs often compare these three geniuses and their influence on contemporary classical composers is enormous.