Dietrich Buxtehude (1637–1707) was one of the most influential composers of the Baroque period. His works, especially for organ and choir, profoundly shaped the music of his time and influenced composers like Johann Sebastian Bach, who famously walked over 250 miles to hear Buxtehude perform. Buxtehude’s compositions are revered for their complexity, emotional depth, and inventive use of counterpoint. Here are five of his finest works that every Baroque music lover should know: