Francesco de Layolle

Italian organist and composer

Francesco de Layolle - Italian organist and composer
Born

March 4th, 1492
533 years ago

Died

1540
485 years ago — 48 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Italy

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Born in 1492, a prolific organist and composer, contributed significantly to Renaissance music. Served as an organist in various chapels and composed liturgical music. His works included masses, motets, and organ pieces that reflected the intricate harmonic and polyphonic styles of the period. Influenced other musicians of his time and remains a notable figure in the history of organ music.

Composed various liturgical pieces

Served as organist in notable chapels

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