Profile of John Dowland

Born:

1563

Birthplace:

Dublin, Ireland

Died:

February 20, 1626 in London, England

Also known as:

Dowland was known for his melancholic, exquisite sorrowful music and the composer of lute-songs. He called himself Dowland, semper dolens which means Dowland, always grieving.

Type of Compositions:

Vocal and lute music.

Musical Work:

He published 3 collections of songs, wrote over 80 secular songs and numerous lute music. One of his most famous piece is called "Flow My Tears".

Interesting Fact:

Elizabeth 1 rejected him as a court musician allegedly because he was Catholic.