About Paul Höffer
Lived 1895 – 1949 (aged 53). Paul Höffer was a German composer and university teacher.
Paul Höffer (21 December 1895 – 31 August 1949) was a German composer. He was born in Barmen and died in Berlin.
In 1936 he won a gold medal in the art competitions of the Olympic Games for his Olympischer Schwur (Olympic Vow). His works also include a solo violin sonata (Op. 18, 1931).
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Who was Paul Höffer?
German composer (1895-1949)
When was Paul Höffer born?
Paul Höffer was born on 21 December 1895 in Barmen.
When did Paul Höffer die?
Paul Höffer died on 31 August 1949 in Berlin.
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Paul Höffer was a composer and university teacher.
What nationality was Paul Höffer?
Paul Höffer was German.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Paul Höffer. https://biography.guide/paul-hoffer/
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