About George Loosemore
Lived 1619 – 1682 (aged 62–63). George Loosemore was a British organist and composer.
George Loosemore (12 September 1619 – 11 September 1682) was an English organist and composer who became organist of Trinity College, Cambridge, in 1660 and of St John's College, Cambridge, in 1661, serving in both roles until his death.
Life Baptised at Barnstaple, Devonshire,
Loosemore was appointed organist at Trinity College, Cambridge, in 1660 and at St John's College, Cambridge, the following year. He may also have succeeded his brother Henry as resident organist and teacher of music at Kirtling, Cambridgeshire, under the patronage of Dudley North, 4th Baron North.
Works Surviving works include the anthem Glory be to God in the collection of music compiled by Thomas Tudway.
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Who was George Loosemore?
English composer and organist
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George Loosemore was born in 1619.
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George Loosemore died in 1682.
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George Loosemore was an organist and composer.
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George Loosemore was British.
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