The organ at St. John's Church in Lüneburg, where Böhm was organist, dates back to 1553 and was renovated and expanded in 1712.
Composition History
Georg Böhm's music was influenced by Italian and French styles, which he absorbed during his time in Hamburg, a city known for its opera and diverse European musical influences.
Composer Biography
Georg Böhm, born in 1661, lived to the age of 72, which was considered venerable for his time.
Composer Biography
Böhm studied organ under his father, who was a talented organist and schoolmaster.
Composer Biography
Georg Böhm is considered the principal master of the young Johann Sebastian Bach, who studied with him in Lüneburg for three years.
Composer Biography
Böhm served as the organist of St. John's Church in Lüneburg for 36 years, from 1697 until his death in 1733.
Performer Biography
Christophe Guida, the organist on this album, was appointed titular organist of the Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Marseille at the age of 22.
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