William Lawes

William Lawes (1602–1645) was a composer, viol player and musician.

Overview

Born at Salisbury in 1602, died at Chester in 1645.

In detail

William Lawes studied at Salisbury Cathedral School. the recorded working language is English.

The authority associates the name with Baroque music.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “William Lawes”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q540025: William Lawes

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