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Johann David Heinichen

German Baroque composer and music theorist

Died when: 46 years 90 days (554 months)
Star Sign: Aries

 

Johann David Heinichen

Johann David Heinichen (17 April 1683 – 16 July 1729) was a German Baroque composer and music theorist who brought the musical genius of Venice to the court of Augustus II the Strong in Dresden.

After he died, Heinichen's music attracted little attention for many years. As a music theorist, he is credited as one of the inventors of the circle of fifths.

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