Gioseffo Zarlino
Italian composer and music theorist
Born
March 22nd, 1517
507 years ago
Died
February 4th, 1590
435 years ago — 72 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Italy
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Contributions to music theory during the Renaissance period included works that systematized the understanding of harmony and counterpoint. Significant writings include 'Le istitutioni harmoniche', which established fundamental principles of tonal music. Zarlino served as a director of music at St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice and was influential in the transition from medieval to modern music theory. His theoretical approaches had lasting effects on later composers and theorists.
Published 'Le istitutioni harmoniche'
Served as music director at St. Mark's Basilica
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