Georg Anton Benda, also known as Jiří Antonín Benda, was an influential composer of the 18th century, born on June 30, 1722, in Bohemia (now the Czech Republic). He came from a highly musical family and was the son of Jan Jiří Benda, a village weaver and musician. Benda's career flourished in the German-speaking world where he served as Kapellmeister at the court of Friedrich, Duke of Gotha. His compositional output
... ViacGeorg Anton Benda, also known as Jiří Antonín Benda, was an influential composer of the 18th century, born on June 30, 1722, in Bohemia (now the Czech Republic). He came from a highly musical family and was the son of Jan Jiří Benda, a village weaver and musician. Benda's career flourished in the German-speaking world where he served as Kapellmeister at the court of Friedrich, Duke of Gotha. His compositional output includes operas, symphonies, chamber music, and concertos.
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