By 1734 he was a violinist at the Kassel court, travelling in England, France, Italy, and elsewhere. From 1746 onward, he was Kapellmeister in Nuremberg. He wrote occasional vocal works and numerous symphonies, harpsichord concertos and sonatas, many of which were published.
By 1734, he had become a violinist at the Kassel court, visiting various countries including England, France, Italy, and others. From 1746 onwards, he held a prominent position as Kapellmeister in Nuremberg. He created occasional vocal compositions and a large number of symphonies, harpsichord concertos, and sonatas, many of which were made available to the public.