Tarquinio Merula

Composer

1595 – 1665

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Who was Tarquinio Merula?

Tarquinio Merula was an Italian composer, organist, and violinist of the early Baroque era. Although mainly active in Cremona, stylistically he was a member of the Venetian school. He was one of the most progressive Italian composers of the early 17th century, especially in applying newly developed techniques to sacred music.

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Born
Nov 25, 1595
Busseto
Nationality
  • Italy
Lived in
  • Cremona
Died
Dec 10, 1665
Cremona

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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