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Henry Purcell, an English composer of the Baroque period, is known for his significant contributions to English music. He composed a wide range of works, including operas, sacred music, and instrumental pieces. Purcell's unique style combined elements of the Italian and French Baroque with English musical traditions.
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∙ 10y agoHenry Purcell is an English composer best known for his unique Baroque style that had a great influence on composers even today, as well as his vocal music. His most famous works are "Trumpet Voluntary" and "Dido and Aeneas."
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∙ 8y agojohann s bach was a big influence to henry purcell, even ask me
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∙ 8y agoHe was tutored in music by his uncle, Thomas Purcell and later Pelham Humfrey.
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∙ 13y agoDido and Aeneas
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Where is Henry purcell buried?
Henry Purcell is buried in Westminster Abbey.
How did Henry Purcell die?
Henry Purcell died due to Tuberculosis.
What is Henry Purcell's birthday?
Henry Purcell was born on September 10, 1659.
What was Henry purcell's occupation?
Henry Purcell (1659-1695) was an English organist and Baroque composer of secular and sacred music.
Where did Henry purcell live?
Henry Purcell is thought to have lived in Westminster for his entire life.
What instruments did Henry purcell play?
Purcell was an English Organist
Where was Henry Purcell buried?
Henry Purcell (about 1659-1695) is buried adjacent to the organ in Westminster Abbey.
Who was Edward Purcell composer?
Edward C. Purcell (1689-1740) was the youngest and only surviving son of the great English composer Henry Purcell (1659-1695) He is known for his song Passing by (There is a lady sweet and kind) that was popular in the 19th and early 20th century.Among Henry Purcell's best known works are Dido and Aeneas and Te Deum and Jubilate in D. He is buried in Westminster Abbey.
What instrument plays Henry Purcell?
Purcell was an English Organist
What did Henry Purcell compose?
Henry Purcell was an English composer who's legacy is a uniquely English form of Baroque music.
What has the author Reinhold Sietz written?
Reinhold Sietz has written: 'Henry Purcell; Zeit, Leben, Werk' 'Henry Purcell'
How old is Henry Purcell?
Henry Purcell was born on September 10, 1659 and died on November 21, 1695. Henry Purcell would have been 36 years old at the time of death or 355 years old today.
