John W. Bischoff

John W. Bischoff (27 November 1850 in Chicago – May 30, 1909 in Washington, DC)[1] was a blind musician and composer.

Blind from age two, Bischoff went on to become a noted organist, compiler of musical collections, and composer.

Bischoff lost his sight at about two years of age, and attended the Wisconsin School for the Blind.

In 1875 he moved to Washington and became the principal organist and choir director at First Congregational Church, posts he held until his death.

They had met in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, where Bischoff lived at the time.