Ernest de Munck
Belgian cellist and composer
Born
December 21st, 1840
184 years ago
Died
January 19th, 1915
110 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Belgium
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Ernest de Munck contributed to the world of classical music as a distinguished cellist and composer. Active during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, his works primarily focused on chamber music and orchestral compositions. De Munck's skills on the cello gained recognition, and he performed with notable ensembles. His compositions, while less frequently performed today, showcased his command of melody and harmony.
Composed several chamber music works
Performed with notable musical ensembles
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