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Quantz, Johann Joachim

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German flutist and composer Johann Joaquim Quantz was born in 1697, during the Late Baroque Period and died in 1773, during the Classical Period.

Quesnel, Joseph

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Joseph Quesnel (1749-1809) was composer, playwright, sailor and ship's captain, and author. Born in Saint-Malo, France, he was captured by the English in 1779 while attempting to deliver arms to colonial forces in New York. He was sent to Canada, where he met and married a Canadian woman in 1780. Much of his writing appears to have been in reaction to what he perceived a cultural wasteland in both English and French Canada.

Quilter, Roger

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English composer Roger Quilter (1877-1953) is best remembered for his songs. However, he also composed chamber, orchestral, and piano music.

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