About Heinrich Band
Lived 1821 – 1860 (aged 39). Heinrich Band was a German luthier, music educator, musical instrument maker and inventor.
Heinrich Band (1821 – 1860) was the inventor of the bandonion (bandoneón); this 'hand-organ-like' instrument is a free reed instrument in the concertina family of instruments.
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Who was Heinrich Band?
Bandoneon inventor (1821–1860)
When was Heinrich Band born?
Heinrich Band was born on 4 April 1821 in Krefeld.
When did Heinrich Band die?
Heinrich Band died on 2 December 1860 in Krefeld.
What was Heinrich Band's occupation?
Heinrich Band was a luthier, music educator, musical instrument maker and inventor.
What nationality was Heinrich Band?
Heinrich Band was German.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Heinrich Band. https://biography.guide/heinrich-band/
MLA: "Heinrich Band." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/heinrich-band/.
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