Biography
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Born
15 February 1571
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Born In
Creuzburg, Thüringen, Germany
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Died
15 February 1621 (aged 50)
Michael Praetorius (probably 15th February 1571–15th February 1621) was a German composer, organist, and writer on music. He was one of the most versatile composers of his age, being particularly significant in the development of musical forms based on Protestant hymns.
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