Samuel Scheidt
Samuel Scheidt (1587–1654) was a German composer, organist and university teacher.
Overview
Born at Halle (Saale) in 1587, died at Halle (Saale) in 1654.
In detail
training under Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck is recorded. Adam Krieger is recorded as having studied under Samuel Scheidt. the recorded working language is German.
The field of work recorded is organ performance and music. The authority associates the name with Baroque music.
Positions recorded include court chapel master.
Sources
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“Samuel Scheidt”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading
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Wikidata, structured authority record Q169291: Samuel Scheidt
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