Who was Purcell's famous contemporary composer?
John Blow
George Handel
Johann Bach
Antonio Vivaldi
Answer
John Blow, Purcell's famous contemporary, was a renowned English composer and organist. He served as Master of the Children of the Chapel Royal and organist at Westminster Abbey. Blow's music, known for its elegance and expressive melodies, influenced Purcell's early compositions. The two composers shared a close relationship, with Blow mentoring Purcell and recognizing his prodigious talent.
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