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Maria Hofer

Maria Hofer (1894–1977) was a renowned organist, pianist and composer. The daughter of an accomplished female singer, she was born in Amstetten, Lower Austria. Already as a child she was learning the organ, and within a few years was permitted to participate in church services as organist.

Maria Hofer

Born
1894 · Amstetten.
Died
1977 · Kitzbühel.
Nationality
Austria
Occupation
composer · organist · musician
Education
University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna
Languages
German

In this article

  1. 01Biography
  2. 02Writing and publications
  3. 03Notes, references and evidence

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