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Master John Taylor was a renowned classical music composer who lived during the 17th century. He was born in London, England in 1580 and grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a well-known lute player and his mother was a singer. From a young age, Taylor showed a keen interest in music and began learning to play the lute and the harpsichord. As a teenager, Taylor began composing his own music and quickly gained a reputation as a talented composer. He was particularly skilled at writing music for the lute and his compositions were highly regarded by his contemporaries. In 1600, Taylor was appointed as a court musician to King James I and he spent the next several years composing music for the royal court. One of Taylor's most famous works is his collection of lute pieces called "The King's Delight." This collection was published in 1611 and contains 24 pieces for solo lute. The pieces are written in a variety of styles, including pavans, galliards, and allemandes, and showcase Taylor's skill as a composer. "The King's Delight" was very popular during Taylor's lifetime and is still performed by lute players today. In addition to his work as a court musician, Taylor also composed music for the theater. He wrote music for several plays, including Ben Jonson's "The Masque of Blackness" and "The Masque of Queens." These works were performed at court and were highly praised for their musical accompaniment. Taylor was also known for his vocal music. He wrote several songs for solo voice and lute, as well as choral works. One of his most famous choral works is "The Golden Vanity," which tells the story of a young boy who is tricked into joining a pirate crew. The piece is written for four-part choir and is still performed by choirs today. Throughout his career, Taylor was highly respected by his contemporaries. He was known for his skill as a composer and his ability to write music in a variety of styles. He was also a respected teacher and many of his students went on to become successful musicians in their own right. Taylor died in 1653 at the age of 73. His legacy as a composer has endured and his music continues to be performed and studied today. His contributions to the development of classical music during the 17th century are significant and his influence can still be felt in the music of today.

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