Carl Heinrich Graun
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Carl Heinrich Graun (7 May 1704 – 8 August 1759) was a German composer and tenor. Along with Johann Adolph Hasse, he is considered to be the most important German composer of Italian opera of his time.[1]
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Born | (1704-05-07)7 May 1704 |
Died | 8 August 1759(1759-08-08) (aged 55) |
Nationality | German |
Education | Kreuzkirche, Dresden |
Occupation(s) | composer, tenor |
Years active | 1726–1756 |
Known for | most important German composer of Italian opera of his time, along with Johann Adolph Hasse |
Notable work | Kapellmeister to Frederick the Great |
Spouse | two |
Children | one daughter, four sons |
Relatives | Johann Gottlieb Graun (brother) |
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