Historical dictionary of sacred music
RAMEAU, JEANPHILIPPE
Rameau, Jean-Philippe: translation
(baptized 25 September 1683, Dijon, France – 12 September 1764, Paris)
Renowned for his harpsichord pieces andoperas, and for his revolutionary theory of harmony, he wasorganistat churches in Clermont, Dijon, and Paris at various times from 1702 and contributed fourgrands motetsto the sacred repertory.
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