Johann George Tromlitz

Flute player and composer of sonatas

Johann George Tromlitz - Flute player and composer of sonatas
Born

November 8th, 1725
299 years ago

Died

1805
220 years ago — 80 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Germany

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Born in 1725, a prominent German flutist and composer contributed significantly to the Baroque music repertoire. Tromlitz wrote extensively for the flute, including numerous sonatas and concertos. His works emphasized technical proficiency and expressive melodies, which became influential in the development of flute playing. Tromlitz's treatise on flute playing, which detailed various techniques, became a valuable resource for musicians. The dedication to both performance and composition marked a notable career in the realm of classical music.

Composed flute sonatas and concertos

Authored a treatise on flute playing

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