THE DATE BEHIND THE NAME

Johannes Bach

German alta capella musician

Johannes Bach has incompatible recorded birth dates. The main Wikidata statement lists in 1586 in Wechmar, Germany.

Born

in 1586

An exact age is omitted because the recorded dates are incompatible or not precise enough.

Died: December 26, 1626

Source:

Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026.

Birthplace
Wechmar, Germany, Günthersleben-Wechmar, Germany
Professions
baker, musician, alta cappella
Citizenship
Germany

Incompatible birth dates

Sources disagree: in 1586 (Integrated Authority File) or in 1580 (No external source identified).

The main date retains its own sources. These alternatives overlap neither all other statements nor the main date. Rank is Wikidata editorial priority, not proof.

in 1580

Precision: year · Rank: normal

No external source identified

    No external source identified

    More about Johannes Bach

    Family

    Child
    Christoph Bach
    Child
    Johannes Bach
    Child
    Heinrich Bach
    Father
    Veit Bach

    All birth date sources

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    Synchronized from Wikidata on October 5, 2026. View Wikidata record

    Questions people ask

    Where was Johannes Bach born?

    Johannes Bach was born in Wechmar, Germany; Günthersleben-Wechmar, Germany.

    When did Johannes Bach die?

    Johannes Bach died on December 26, 1626.