About Gasparo Pratoneri
Born 1530. Gasparo Pratoneri was a priest, composer and teacher.
Gasparo Pratoneri, nicknamed "Spirito da Reggio" (fl. 1556–59) was an Italian priest, and composer of the Renaissance based at San Prospero in Reggio Emilia. He was musical tutor to the nobleman composer Alfonso Fontanelli.
Pratoneri is often confused with his contemporary, the more famous "Hoste da Reggio," Bartolomeo Torresano, whose works sometimes appeared after his death named as "Spirito L'Hoste", even though this name was not used during his lifetime.
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Who was Gasparo Pratoneri?
Italian composer
When was Gasparo Pratoneri born?
Gasparo Pratoneri was born on 26 January 1530.
What was Gasparo Pratoneri's occupation?
Gasparo Pratoneri was a priest, composer and teacher.
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