Daniel Belknap

Composer

1771 – 1815

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Who was Daniel Belknap?

Daniel Belknap was a farmer, mechanic, militia captain, poet and singing teacher. Belknap was born in Framingham, Massachusetts, and was one of the first American composers. He compiled four sacred tunebooks in the years 1797-1806, and also issued a book of secular songs with music. He died in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.

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Born
Feb 9, 1771
United States of America
Died
Oct 3, 1815

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on July 23, 2013

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