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Johann Crüger
1598-04-09 – 1662-02-23
Life & Legacy
Johann Crüger (9 April 1598 – 23 February 1662) was a German composer of well-known hymns. He was also the editor of the most widely used Lutheran hymnal of the 17th century, Praxis pietatis melica.
Occupation & Career
composer, musicologist, music theorist, teacher, music publisher, independent publisher, music director, cantor
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Lutheranism
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