Jan Dismas Zelenka
Czech composer and viol player
Born
October 16th, 1679
346 years ago
Died
1745
280 years ago — 66 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Czech Republic
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A prominent Baroque composer and viol player, Zelenka contributed significantly to the sacred music repertoire. He spent a considerable part of his life in Dresden, where he served as a composer for the court. Zelenka's work is characterized by its intricate polyphony and rich harmonic language. The influence of Czech folk music is evident in his compositions, which include both instrumental and vocal works. He composed numerous liturgical and orchestral pieces, with a particular focus on the use of choral elements within the arrangements. His music, although lesser-known during his lifetime, has gained recognition and admiration in contemporary performances.
Composed the orchestral suite 'Capriccio'
Created a range of sacred works for the church
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