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Xeno of Koroni

b. 1250

Byzantine Greek hymnographer

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About Xeno of Koroni

Born 1250. Xeno of Koroni was a Byzantine hymnwriter and musician.

Xenos Korones or Xeno of Koroni (Greek: Ξένος ο Κορώνης; ) was a Greek chanter and hymnographer. He was the lead chanter of the Hagia Sophia in the 14th century.

Biography Xeno was born in the city of Koroni in the Peloponnese. The artist's name first became known in Constantinople when he was proclaimed the chief musician of the palace and around the same time, he was proclaimed the lead chanter of the Hagia Sophia. Xeno's talent was even recognized by the Palaeologans many years later.

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Important facts

Born
1250
Birth century
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Also known as
Xenon of Koroni, Xenos Korones, Xenos Koronis

Frequently asked questions

Who was Xeno of Koroni?

byzantine Greek hymnographer

When was Xeno of Koroni born?

Xeno of Koroni was born in 1250.

What was Xeno of Koroni's occupation?

Xeno of Koroni was a hymnwriter and musician.

What nationality was Xeno of Koroni?

Xeno of Koroni was Byzantine.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Xeno of Koroni

· Wikidata: Q12882021

· DBpedia: Xenos Korones

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