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Johann Jakob Froberger

Johann Jakob Froberger (baptized 19 May 1616 – 7 May 1667) was a German Baroque composer, keyboard virtuoso, and organist. Among the most famous composers of the era, he was influential in developing the musical form of the suite of dances in his keyboard works. His harpsichord pieces are highly idiomatic and programmatic.

Only two of Froberger's many compositions were published during his lifetim…

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Artist details

Type
Person
Area
Germany
Born
May 18th, 1616
Died
May 7th, 1667
Labels
Naxos
Brilliant Classics
Classic Produktion Osnabrück
L’Oiseau-Lyre
Deutsche Harmonia Mundi
Last updated: February 24th, 2019

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