Henry Purcell

Henry Purcell

Known for: Sound
Biography: 1659-09-10
Deathday: 1695-11-21 (36 years old)

Biography

Henry Purcell (, rare: ; c. 10 September 1659 – 21 November 1695) was an English composer of Baroque music.

Purcell's musical style was uniquely English, although it incorporated Italian and French elements. Generally considered among the greatest English opera composers, Purcell has been assessed with John Dunstaple and William Byrd as England's most important early music composer.

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Known For
Sound

Gender
Male

Birthday
1659-09-10

Deathday
1695-11-21 (36 years old)

Birth Place
Westminster, United Kingdom

Children
Edward Purcell

Siblings
Daniel Purcell

Citizenships
Kingdom of England

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