John Playford
John Playford (1623–1686) was a composer, musicologist and music theorist.
Also recorded as John Playford the elder.
John Playford in brief
- Born
- 1623
- Died
- 1686
- Known for
- composer,musicologist,music theorist,choreographer,bookseller,printer,publisher
- Place of birth
- Norwich
Overview
Born at Norwich in 1623, died at London in 1686.
In detail
the recorded working language is English.
Places of work recorded in the authority are London.
Sources
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reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia
“John Playford”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading
Consult the sourcereference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata
Wikidata, structured authority record Q1282455: John Playford
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