Johann Georg Heinrich Backofen
Johann Georg Heinrich Backofen (6 July 1768 in Durlach – 10 July 1830? in Darmstadt) was a German clarinetist, composer, and painter.
In his time, Backofen enjoyed great fame; he was not only known as a composer and virtuoso of the clarinet but also played the harp, flute, and basset horn.
His year of death is not known with certainty; the year 1839 is found in some documents.
Artist details
- Type
- Person
- Area
- Germany
- Born
- July 6th, 1768
- Died
- July 10th, 1830
- Labels
- Musical Heritage Society