Johann Pachelbel
Full Name: Johann Pachelbel
Nationality:
Profession: Composer
Why Famous: Brought the south German organ tradition to its peak. Composed a large body of sacred and secular music, and his contributions to the development of the chorale prelude and fugue have earned him a place among the most important composers of the middle Baroque era.
Born: September 1, 1653
Star Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Nuremberg, Germany
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