Carl Phillip Emmanuel Bach
Carl Bach was the son of Johann Sebastian Bach. After the war with Austria and Prussia was over, King Frederick would have plenty of time to write and listen and do all his pleasures. Among his musicians was Carl Bach; Carl was in his orchestra. He probably didn't just want to hear Carl play, he also wanted to hear Johann Sebastian play. So one evening, as the audience was just settling down to listen, Carl Bach approached the king, bent over and whispered a few words in his ear. Immediately, the King stood up and said, "Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you Johann Sebastian Bach." Johann came out and played a few things, including one that was very complicated which greatly pleased King Frederick.
Johann Sebastian Bach
After that (or maybe before, I don't remember which), Johann Sebastian Bach gave Carl a symphony of his own. It was called The Well-Tempered Clavier. It is one of Bach's most enduring and often played pieces today.
Bach (left) with his three musical sons
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