About Karl Ferdinand Adam
Lived 1806 – 1868 (aged 62). Karl Ferdinand Adam was a German composer.
Karl Ferdinand Adam (22 December 1806 – 23 December 1868) was a German composer, cantor, and music director.
Adam was born in Constappel (now a part of Klipphausen, Saxony). He moved to Leisnig, where he served as cantor and music director. He composed popular choruses and quartets for men's voices, as well as songs and piano pieces. He died in Leisnig.
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Who was Karl Ferdinand Adam?
German composer, cantor, music director
When was Karl Ferdinand Adam born?
Karl Ferdinand Adam was born on 22 December 1806 in Constappel.
When did Karl Ferdinand Adam die?
Karl Ferdinand Adam died on 23 December 1868 in Leisnig.
What was Karl Ferdinand Adam's occupation?
Karl Ferdinand Adam was a composer.
What nationality was Karl Ferdinand Adam?
Karl Ferdinand Adam was German.
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