1710–1784. German composer in the Empfindsamkeit tradition.

Eldest son of J.S. Bach; transitional Baroque-to-Classical figure known for his expressive and sometimes turbulent keyboard and chamber works. Often overshadowed by his father and brother C.P.E. Bach.

Signature works: Sinfonia in D minor, Flute Duets, Keyboard Sonatas, Fantasias for Keyboard, Concerto for Two Harpsichords in E-flat major.