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Henry Needler

1685 – 1760

British musician

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About Henry Needler

Lived 1685 – 1760 (aged 74–75). Henry Needler was a British musician and music journalist.

Henry Needler (1685–1760) was a British musician and prolific music transcriber. He joined the Academy of Ancient Music in 1728 (shortly after its founding), and transcribed a number of works of what was then termed "ancient" music from the 16th and 17th centuries that was no longer contemporary. Twenty-six volumes of his manuscripts are in the British Library, among which are six volumes of works by Palestrina.

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Important facts

Born
1685
Birth century
Died
1760

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Henry Needler?

British musician (1685-1760)

When was Henry Needler born?

Henry Needler was born in 1685.

When did Henry Needler die?

Henry Needler died in 1760.

What was Henry Needler's occupation?

Henry Needler was a musician and music journalist.

What nationality was Henry Needler?

Henry Needler was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Henry Needler

· Wikidata: Q5726232

· DBpedia: Henry Needler

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