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Profile of Guillaume de Machaut

By Espie Estrella, About.com

Born: In the 1300's
Birthplace: Machaut, France
Died: April 13, 1377 in Reims, France
Also known as: An avant garde composer and most known representative of the Ars Nova tradition.
Type of Compositions: Sacred and secular polyphonic music
Musical Work: Among his works are 42 ballads, 33 virelais, 22 rondeaux, 19 lais, 1 complainte, 1 chanson royale, 23 motets most known of which is "Messe de Nostre Dame" and a hocket titled "David".
Interesting Fact: He was the secretary of John of Luxemburg, King of Bohemia.

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