Johann Schop was a German violinist and composer whose melodies became foundational to Lutheran hymnody. His music displayed strong melodic writing and expressive character.
His tunes include the melody later used for Break Forth O Beauteous Heavenly Light and other chorale settings.
Schop collaborated with Lutheran musicians and influenced composers such as Johann Sebastian Bach.
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