Carlo Gesualdo
Renaissance composer and lute player
Born
1566
460 years ago
Died
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Italy
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A prominent figure in late Renaissance music, contributed significantly to the development of chromaticism. Composed a collection of madrigals that displayed complex emotional expression and innovative harmonic structures. Also known for sacred music compositions, including several settings of the Mass and motets. His life was marked by personal tragedy, including the murder of his wife and her lover, which influenced his artistic output.
Published five books of madrigals
Composed religious works including 'Responsoria'
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