| Nationality: | Dutch |
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Date & Place of Birth: |
1532 — Mons |
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Date & Place of Death: |
June 14, 1594 — Munich |
| Near Family: | Wife: Regina Wechinger (m. 1558) |
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Main Place of Residence: |
Although early on he moved quite a bit, he lived mostly in Antwerp and Munich. |
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Vocation (including composition): |
Was a chorister and chorismaster, respectively. |
| Major Work(s): | He wrote over 2000 pieces, the most famous of which is Psalmi Davidis Poenitentiales |
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Interesting Facts: |
When he was young, his voice was so exceptional that he was kidnapped 3 times for the use of his talent. |
