Matthew Locke

Matthew Locke (1621–1677) was a composer, musicologist and music theorist.

Overview

Born at Exeter in 1621, died at London in 1677.

In detail

Matthew Locke studied at Exeter Cathedral School. Henry Purcell is recorded as having studied under Matthew Locke. the recorded working language is English.

The authority associates the name with Baroque music.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Matthew Locke (composer)”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q947941: Matthew Locke

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