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Jean-Noël Hamal

Jean-Noël Hamal (Liège, 23 December 1709 - 26 November 1778) was Baroque-era composer. A Walloon, Hamal was director of music at Saint-Lambert Cathedral. He was the first person to play the piano in Liège cathedral.

Jean-Noël Hamal

Born
Jean-Noël Hamal was born on 23 December 1709. · Liège.
Died
Jean-Noël Hamal died on 26 November 1778. · Liège.
Nationality
Prince-Bishopric of Liège
Occupation
conductor · composer · organist
Fields
opera
Movements
Baroque music
Honours
Boursier de la fondation Lambert Darchis

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Jean-Noël Hamal (Liège, 23 December 1709 - 26 November 1778) was Baroque-era composer. A Walloon, Hamal was director of music at Saint-Lambert Cathedral. He was the first person to play the piano in Liège cathedral.

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