Johann Crüger

Johann Crüger (1598–1662) was a German composer, musicologist and music theorist.

Overview

Recorded at birth as Jan Krygar.

Born at Guben in 1598, died at Berlin in 1662.

In detail

the recorded working language is Lower Sorbian, German and Latin.

The field of work recorded is liturgical music, Christian music and Protestantism. The authority associates the name with Baroque music.

Positions recorded include chapelmaster.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Johann Crüger”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q158097: Johann Crüger

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