About José Maurício
Lived 1752 – 1815 (aged 63). José Maurício was a composer.
José Maurício (Coimbra, 19 March 1752 - Figueira da Foz, 12 September 1815 ) was a Portuguese composer mainly known for his prolific production of sacred music.
A native of Coimbra, Mauricio began as singer and organist and rose to become both chapel master at Coimbra Cathedral, and music professor at the Universidade de Coimbra during the reforms of João VI.
Works Requiem Miserere
Like many other church composers of his time he also composed secular songs, modinhas.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was José Maurício?
Portuguese composer
When was José Maurício born?
José Maurício was born on 19 March 1752 in Coimbra.
When did José Maurício die?
José Maurício died on 12 September 1815.
What was José Maurício's occupation?
José Maurício was a composer.
What nationality was José Maurício?
José Maurício's recorded nationality: Kingdom of Portugal.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: José Maurício (Portuguese composer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). José Maurício. https://biography.guide/jose-mauricio/
MLA: "José Maurício." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jose-mauricio/.
Chicago: "José Maurício." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jose-mauricio/.
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