Who Was the Greater Genius? A Complete Comparison
An Austrian composer who created more than 600 works of virtually every genre during his time.
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18th-century German composer & music genius
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Based on estimated IQ scores, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (IQ 170) ranks higher than Johann Sebastian Bach (IQ 165). However, both made extraordinary contributions.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart had an estimated IQ of 170 while Johann Sebastian Bach had an estimated IQ of 165.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is known for: Serenade No. 13 “Eine kleine Nachtmusik”, Requiem, The Magic Flute, Clarinet Concerto and Symphony No. 41 “Jupiter”. Johann Sebastian Bach is known for: Goldberg Variations, The Well-Tempered Clavier and the Toccata and Fugue in D minor.
Yes. Both Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Johann Sebastian Bach are universally regarded as among history's greatest intellects.