Profile of Josquin Desprez

Born:

Circa 1450

Birthplace:

Uncertain, either in Hainaut, Belgium or across the border in France.

Died:

August 27, 1521,Condé-sur-l'Escaut

Also known as:

The greatest composer of the high Renaissance.

Type of Compositions:

Sacred and secular vocal music.

Musical Work:

Among his known works are 112 motets, including La Déploration sur la mort Ockeghem, 18 masses, 6 mass sections and 70 chansons.

Interesting Fact:

Desprez was Martin Luther's favourite composer.