Johann Philipp Kafer (c. 1770 – 1851) was a German composer and music educator primarily known for his contributions to the early Romantic period. His genre encompassed classical music, with a focus on chamber music and choral works. Kafer studied under notable composers and was influenced by the transitional styles between the Classical and Romantic eras. Notable works include his string quartets and various choral compositions, which reflect the emotive qualities and expanded harmonic language characteristic of the early Romantic style. He also contributed to the development of music education, serving as a teacher and mentor to many students, thus influencing the next generation of musicians. While Kafer may not have achieved widespread fame, his commitment to composition and education played a role in shaping the musical landscape of his time. His works are appreciated for their melodic inventiveness and structural clarity, serving as a bridge between the Classical traditions of his predecessors and the more expressive tendencies that emerged later in the Romantic era. His legacy is evident in the ongoing appreciation of chamber music and choral traditions in classical music.