Antoine Busnois
French composer and poet of the Renaissance
Born
1430
595 years ago
Died
November 6th, 1492
532 years ago — 62 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
France
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A prominent figure of the Renaissance, contributed significantly to the development of the polyphonic style in music. Created numerous motets, chansons, and settings for the Mass. Associated with both the Burgundian court and later the royal court of France, influencing contemporaries. His works often reflected the intricate counterpoint characteristic of the period, and they integrated poetic texts with musical composition, enhancing liturgical and secular music.
Composed motets and chansons
Influenced Renaissance music style
Worked at Burgundian and French courts
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