All of the following statements are true of Baroque composer Johann Sebastian Bach, except which one?
A. Bach wrote over 200 cantatas to serve as musical "commentary" on the daily scriptural lesson of Lutheran church services
B. Bach's favorite instrument was the violin
C. Along which his cantatas, Bach was also known for writing preludes, oratorios, concertos, and fugues
D. Bach's major musical inspirations were the teachings of Martin Luther and Lutheran hymns
Answer: B. Bach's favorite instrument was the violin
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