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Wolfgang Printz

German composer, music historian and novellist (1641-1717) · Germany · On the map · Musicians · Died at 76

Wolfgang Caspar Printz, normally referred to as Wolfgang Printz, was a German composer who studied theology and was appointed cantor at Promnitz, Triebel and Sorau. His Historische Beschreibung der edlen Sing- und Klingkunst...von Anfang der Welt bis auf unserer Zeit was the first history of music written in Germany.

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A typical day, 30 days to 14 June 2026

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About this person

Country
Germany
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1641 to 1717 · aged 76