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Michael Praetorius

German composer, organist, and music theorist · Germany · On the map · Musicians · Lived 1571 to 1621 · aged 50

Michael Praetorius was a German composer, organist, and music theorist. He was one of the most versatile composers of his age, being particularly significant in the development of musical forms based on Protestant hymns.

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Country
Germany
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1571 to 1621 · aged 50

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