One of the most profoundly inspired and masterful composers in history, Johann Sebastian Back (1685-1750), was born into a musical family in Eisenach, Germany. Born into a musical family his father, Johann Ambrosius Bach, was a talented violinist and taught his son the basic skills of string playing. While spending time with his dad, he was influenced to the realm of music. He grew up and created his own music that became famous of his …showed first 75 words of 250 total…

…showed last 75 words of 250 total…and intricate design. During this time the portraits began to portray modern life, and artists turned their backs on classical tradition. Buildings were more elaborate and ornately decorated. Theses works of art created history and altered the progress of Western Civilization. The progress has been an uneven one. Regression and progress often alternated, and shifts in direction often occurred. Art, architecture, literature, music, and historical events shaped the ideas of the era we know today.