Johann Georg Reutter

Austrian organist and composer of masses

Johann Georg Reutter - Austrian organist and composer of masses
Born

April 6th, 1708
317 years ago

Died

1772
253 years ago — 64 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Austria

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Born in 1708, held the position of court composer in Vienna. Composed numerous vocal and instrumental works, especially masses for the Imperial court. Influenced the development of church music in Austria during the Baroque period. Worked closely with prominent musicians of the time and contributed significantly to the musical landscape of his era.

Composed over 100 sacred works

Served as court composer for the Habsburgs

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