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John Holmes

1501 – 1629

English cathedral musician and Renaissance composer

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About John Holmes

Lived 1501 – 1629. John Holmes was a British cantor and composer.

John Holmes (died 1629) was an English cathedral musician and Renaissance composer. His madrigal Thus Bonny-boots The Birthday Celebrated was included in The Triumphs of Oriana, a collection of vocal compositions published in 1601.

Over his career, Holmes was employed at both the Winchester and Salisbury Cathedrals. Holmes was appointed Master of the Choristers at Salisbury in 1621 and held that position until his death.

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Important facts

Born
1501
Birth century
Occupation
Cantor, composer
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People whose lives overlapped John Holmes's

Frequently asked questions

Who was John Holmes?

English cathedral musician and Renaissance composer

When was John Holmes born?

John Holmes was born in 1501.

When did John Holmes die?

John Holmes died on 30 January 1629.

What was John Holmes's occupation?

John Holmes was a cantor and composer.

What nationality was John Holmes?

John Holmes was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Holmes

· Wikidata: Q3809346

· DBpedia: John Holmes (composer)

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