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Adrian Willaert

Franco-Flemish composer and founder of the Venetian School (1480-1562) · Musicians · Died at 82

Adrian Willaert was a Flemish composer of High Renaissance music. Mainly active in Italy, he was the founder of the Venetian School. He was one of the most representative members of the generation of northern composers who moved to Italy and transplanted the polyphonic Franco-Flemish style there.

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Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1480 to 1562 · aged 82