Short bio Erik Bach
Full biography Erik Bach
Erik Bach is a Danish composer and writer on music who was born on January 5 , 1946, in Mariager, Denmark. He received his diploma in music theory and music history from the Royal Danish Academy of Music in 1972. Bach's music has been performed in several countries, including Denmark, Germany, Sweden, Japan, and the United States. Some of his notable works include "Wiener Schnitzel" for wind quintet and "Frise d'Hommage" for solo violin.
Apart from composing music, Bach is also a knowledgeable writer on music. He has written several articles and books on music, including "Den klassiske musik", "Musikkens historie", and "Musiksociologi". In addition, Bach has been a lecturer and teacher of musicology at the Royal Danish Academy of Music.
Despite not being as well-known as some of his contemporaries, Erik Bach has made significant contributions to the classical music world through his compositions and writings on music. His music showcases his mastery of melody and rhythm, and his writings provide detailed insights into the history and social context of music.
Compositions featuring Erik Bach
| # | Name | Duration | Genre | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Berlin Revisited, for orchestra | 18:29 min | Orchestral | 2002 |
| 2 | Bagatel No. 6 for violin, alto recorder, cello & harpsichord | 8:10 min | Chamber Music | 1993 |
| 3 | 5 bagateller, for ensemble | 10:39 min | Chamber Music | 1990 |
| 4 | Astrotrain, for orchestra | 16:22 min | Orchestral | 1988 |
| 5 | Réflexions, for orchestra | 18:49 min | Orchestral | 1973 |
Albums featuring Erik Bach
| # | Сover | Name album | Year | Music label |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
Erik Bach / Aarhus Symphony Orchestra, Bo Holten – Orchestral Works(CD, ) | 2006 | Dacapo (4) |
| 2 |  |
Erik Norby, Erling D. Bjerno, Witold Lutoslawski, Erik Bach – Nordjysk Musikkonservatorium 1930 • 1980(LP, Stereo) | 1980 | Nordjysk Musikkonservatorium |
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