"Music is the only language in which you cannot say a mean or sarcastic thing."

Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach (1714 - 1788)
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About Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach

Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach (1714-1788) was a German classical composer and the second son of Johann Sebastian Bach. He was a pivotal figure in the transition between the Baroque and Classical periods, known for his innovative and expressive musical style. C.P.E. Bach was a prolific composer, creating keyboard sonatas, symphonies, chamber music, and vocal works that were highly influential during his time and beyond. His music is characterized by its emotional depth, unpredictability, and experimentation with form and structure.

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