Johann Crüger
Composer of Protestant church music
Born
April 9th, 1598
427 years ago
Died
1662
363 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Germany
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Born in Sorbia, a musician and composer became prominent for contributions to Protestant choral music during the 17th century. Crüger served as a cantor and composed numerous hymns, significantly influencing the repertoire of church music in Lutheran services. He edited and published several important hymnals, including 'Etlich Christliche Lieder,' which compiled many of his works and the works of other contemporary composers. His compositions often blended traditional hymnody with contemporary styles, making them accessible to congregations. The quality and depth of his music ensured a lasting legacy in the hymnody of Lutheran worship.
Composed the hymn 'Nun danket alle Gott'
Published 'Etlich Christliche Lieder'
Served as cantor in Berlin
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