Marc-Antoine Charpentier, pronounced: [maʁk ɑ̃.twan ʃaʁ.pɑ̃.tje], (1643 – 24 February 1704) was a French composer of the Baroque era.
Exceptionally prolific and versatile, he produced compositions of the highest quality in several genres. His mastery in writing sacred vocal music, above all, was recognized and hailed by his contemporaries.
He was unrelated to Gustave Charpentier, the late-nineteenth and early-twentieth French opera composer.
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Date of birth:
- 1643
Date of death:
- Feb 24, 1704 (age 61 years)
Also known as:
- M.-A.Charpentier,
- Charpentier,
- Marc-antonie Charpentier,
- M.-A. Charpentier,
- Charpentier, Marc-Antoine
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