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When it was first created in 1700, the piano did not become popular. It was not until Johann Zumpe made improvements and J.S. Bach popularized the piano in 1768 that it eventually overtook the harpsichord as the favored keyboard instrument.

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When it was first created in 1700, the piano did not become popular. It was not until Johann Zumpe made improvements and J.S. Bach popularized the piano in 1768 that it eventually overtook the harpsichord as the favored keyboard instrument.

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