Michel-Richard Delalande

Composer

1657 – 1726

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Who was Michel-Richard Delalande?

Michel Richard Delalande [de Lalande] was a French Baroque composer and organist who was in the service of King Louis XIV. He was one of the most important composers of grands motets. He also wrote orchestral suites known as Simphonies pour les Soupers du Roy and ballets. His works foreshadowed the cantatas of JS Bach and the Water Music and oratorios of Handel.

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Born
Dec 15, 1657
Paris
Also known as
  • Michel Richard Delalande
Nationality
  • France
Profession
Lived in
  • Paris
Died
Jun 18, 1726
Versailles

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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