Pachelbel's music enjoyed enormous popularity during his lifetime; he had many pupils and his music became a model for the composers of south and central Germany.

Johann Pachelbel (baptized September 1, 1653, Nürnberg [Germany]—died March 3, 1706, Nürnberg) was a German composer known for his works for organ and one of the great organ masters of the …

Johann Pachelbel (IPA: [paˈxɛlbəl]) (baptized September 1, 1653 – March 3, 1706) was an acclaimed German Baroque composer, organist and teacher who brought the south German organ tradition to …

Johann Pachelbel (also Bachelbel; baptised 11 September 1653 – buried 9 March 1706) was a German composer, organist, and teacher who brought the south German organ schools to their peak.

Though a busy organist throughout his working life, Pachelbel was a remarkably prolific composer. He wrote for the organ, harpsichord, chamber ensembles and various vocal media. He composed his …

Aug 26, 2025 · Discover the surprising inspirations and pivotal moments that define Pachelbel's enduring legacy as we celebrate his 372nd birth anniversary.

Pachelbel wrote both free works (toccatas, fantasies, fugues, etc.) and chorale settings. His development of the "cantus firmus" chorale is perhaps his greatest contribution.