Helmut Kahlhöfer
German director of church music
About Helmut Kahlhöfer
Lived 1914 – 1988 (aged 73). Helmut Kahlhöfer was a German kirchenmusikdirektor, university teacher, choir director, conductor and musician.
Helmut Kahlhöfer (25 July 1914 – 12 April 1988) was a German church musician and academic teacher. He was the founder and for decades the conductor of the choir Kantorei Barmen-Gemarke.
Life and career Born in Barmen (now part of Wuppertal),
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Who was Helmut Kahlhöfer?
German director of church music (1914–1988)
When was Helmut Kahlhöfer born?
Helmut Kahlhöfer was born on 25 July 1914 in Barmen.
When did Helmut Kahlhöfer die?
Helmut Kahlhöfer died on 12 April 1988 in Wuppertal.
What was Helmut Kahlhöfer's occupation?
Helmut Kahlhöfer was a kirchenmusikdirektor, university teacher, choir director, conductor and musician.
What nationality was Helmut Kahlhöfer?
Helmut Kahlhöfer was German.
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