Giuseppe Baini

Italian priest and music composer

Giuseppe Baini - Italian priest and music composer
Born

October 21st, 1775
249 years ago

Died

May 21st, 1844
180 years ago — 68 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Italy

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A priest and composer, contributed to the development of Italian sacred music in the 19th century. Served in various religious roles while pursuing a career in music and music criticism. Composed several liturgical works and became an influential figure in the ecclesiastical music scene. Worked on historic musicological studies and contributed to a greater understanding of liturgical practices and music during his time.

Composed sacred music for ecclesiastical settings

Authored significant music criticism and research

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