Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
18th-century German composer & music genius
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Russian composer, virtuoso pianist, and conductor of the late Romantic period
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Based on estimated IQ scores, Johann Sebastian Bach (IQ 165) ranks higher than Sergei Rachmaninoff (IQ 160). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Johann Sebastian Bach had an estimated IQ of 165 while Sergei Rachmaninoff had an estimated IQ of 160.
Johann Sebastian Bach is known for: Goldberg Variations, The Well-Tempered Clavier and the Toccata and Fugue in D minor. Sergei Rachmaninoff is known for: See full biography.
Yes. Both Johann Sebastian Bach and Sergei Rachmaninoff are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.
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