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Michael Praetorius

1571-02-15 – 1621-02-15

Portrait of Michael Praetorius
Michael Praetorius (1571-1621); 1606; 20:15 cmCredit: 1606

Life & Legacy

Michael Praetorius (probably 28 September 1571 – 15 February 1621) 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.

Occupation & Career

composer, musicologist, music theorist, librettist, organist, conductor, teacher, independent publisher, musicographer, prior

Education

University of Frankfurt an der Oder

Faith & Community

Lutheranism

Legacy Highlights

Church

Lutheranism

Education & Institutions

University of Frankfurt an der Oder

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q108278 — wikidata View source

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