Jan Dismas Zelenka
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Jan Dismas Zelenka was a Czech composer and musician, known primarily for his sacred music. His works reflect the rich traditions of the Baroque period, characterized by intricate counterpoint and expressive melodies. Zelenka spent much of his life in Dresden, where he served as a composer and musician at the court of Augustus II. His most notable compositions include a series of masses and oratorios that showcase his mastery of choral writing and orchestration.
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Ceco
Data di nascita
October 16, 1679
Luogo di nascita
Lubań, Lower Silesia, Poland
Data di morte
December 23, 1745
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