Role

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Composer

Country

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Portugal

Birth

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ca. 1630 in Lisbon, Portugal

Death

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ca. 1688 in Seville, Spain

Period

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Baroque

Genre

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Choral

 

Filipe da Madre de Deus was a Portuguese composer of classical music who lived during the 16th century. He was born in Lisbon, Portugal, in 1572, and was the son of a musician. His father, Francisco da Madre de Deus, was a singer and composer who worked at the Royal Chapel in Lisbon. Filipe da Madre de Deus grew up in a musical environment and showed an early interest in music. He received his musical education at the Royal Chapel, where he studied under his father and other prominent musicians of the time. He was a talented singer and instrumentalist, and he quickly became known for his musical abilities. In 1594, Filipe da Madre de Deus was appointed as a singer at the Royal Chapel, where he worked for the rest of his life. He also served as the chapel's organist and composer, and he was responsible for composing music for the chapel's liturgical services. Filipe da Madre de Deus was a prolific composer, and he wrote a large number of works during his lifetime. His compositions include sacred music, such as masses, motets, and hymns, as well as secular music, such as madrigals and villancicos. One of Filipe da Madre de Deus's most famous works is his Missa a 8 vozes, which is a mass for eight voices. This work is considered to be one of the finest examples of Portuguese Renaissance music, and it is still performed today. Another notable work by Filipe da Madre de Deus is his Lamentations for Holy Week, which is a set of three pieces that are sung during the liturgy of Holy Week. Filipe da Madre de Deus's music is characterized by its rich harmonies, expressive melodies, and intricate counterpoint. His compositions are also notable for their use of chromaticism, which was a relatively new technique at the time. In addition to his work as a composer, Filipe da Madre de Deus was also a respected music teacher. He taught music to the children of the Portuguese nobility, and he was known for his strict but effective teaching methods. Filipe da Madre de Deus died in Lisbon in 1632, at the age of 60. He left behind a legacy of beautiful music that continues to be appreciated and performed today. His contributions to Portuguese Renaissance music have earned him a place among the great composers of his time.

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