Michael Praetorius

Michael Praetorius was a German composer, organist, and music theorist. He was one of the most versatile composers of his age, being particularly significant in the development of musical forms based on Protestant hymns.

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Who was born first?

• Michael Praetorius was born 1 year before Maurice, Landgrave of Hesse-Kassel
• Michael Praetorius was born 3 years after Adriano Banchieri
• Michael Praetorius was born 3 years after Michael Maier
• Michael Praetorius was born 4 years after Thomas Campion
• Michael Praetorius was born 4 years after Claudio Monteverdi

Timeline

1. Claudio MonteverdiMay 15, 1567 – November 29, 1643
2. Thomas CampionFebruary 12, 1567 – March 1, 1620
3. Adriano BanchieriSeptember 3, 1568 – 1634
4. Michael Maier1568–1622
5. Michael Praetorius (this page)circa 1571 – February 15, 1621
6. Maurice, Landgrave of Hesse-KasselMay 25, 1572 – March 15, 1632

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