Michael Praetorius

Michael Praetorius
Born28 September 1571 (most likely)
Creuzburg
Died15 February 1621(1621-02-15) (aged 49)
Wolfenbüttel
Occupations
  • Composer
  • organist
  • music theorist

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.

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