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Guillaume de Chastillon, sieur de La Tour

1550 – 1610

French composer

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Lived 1550 – 1610 (aged 59–60). Guillaume de Chastillon, sieur de La Tour was a French composer.

Guillaume Chastillon de la Tour (fl. 1550–1610) was a French composer of airs de cour and chansons. He published three books of airs in 1590 at Caen.

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Important facts

Born
1550
Birth century
16th century
Died
24 May 1610, Caen
Occupation
Composer
Nationality
France
Also known as
Guillaume de Chastillon, Guillaume Chastillon de la Tour

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Guillaume de Chastillon, sieur de La Tour?

French composer

When was Guillaume de Chastillon, sieur de La Tour born?

Guillaume de Chastillon, sieur de La Tour was born in 1550.

When did Guillaume de Chastillon, sieur de La Tour die?

Guillaume de Chastillon, sieur de La Tour died on 24 May 1610 in Caen.

What was Guillaume de Chastillon, sieur de La Tour's occupation?

Guillaume de Chastillon, sieur de La Tour was a composer.

What nationality was Guillaume de Chastillon, sieur de La Tour?

Guillaume de Chastillon, sieur de La Tour was French.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Guillaume de Chastillon, sieur de La Tour

· Wikidata: Q3120310

· DBpedia: Guillaume de Chastillon

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