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Georg Erdmann
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Bach's friends, family, and important people in his life
5. Georg Erdmann
A schoolfriend of J. S. Bach's, George Erdmann went with him to the choir of the wealthy Michaelis monastery at Lüneburg (pictured), which provided free places for boys who were poor but with musical talent. The two remained lifelong friends.
