Georg Rhau

Georg Rhau (1488–1548) was a German composer, musicologist and choir director.

Georg Rhau in brief

Born
1488
Died
1548
Known for
composer, musicologist, choir director, conductor, music theorist, editor and printer
Place of birth
Eisfeld
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Overview

Born at Eisfeld in 1488, died at Lutherstadt Wittenberg in 1548.

In detail

Georg Rhau studied at Leipzig University. the recorded working language is German.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Lutherstadt Wittenberg. Positions recorded include Thomaskantor.

Sources

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    “Georg Rhau”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q95638: Georg Rhau

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