cd - Johann Pachelbel
Johann Pachelbel was a German Baroque composer and organist, best known for his work "Canon and Gigue in D Major". Born in Nuremberg, he worked in various cities, including Vienna and Stuttgart. His compositions include organ works, cantatas, and chamber music. Pachelbel's "Canon" has become one of the most recognized pieces in classical music, frequently performed at weddings and other ceremonial events. His music influenced many later composers and remains a significant part of the Baroque repertoire.