
William Byrd
William Byrd was an influential English composer and organist of the Renaissance period, notable for his sacred and secular music. He is recognized for his contributions to the development of English choral music and is associated with the construction of significant architectural works, including the first open-sided courtyard at New College, Oxford, completed in 1708. Byrd's work remains a vital part of the choral repertoire in both academic and ecclesiastical contexts.
Born on Mar 01, 1540 (485 years old)
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Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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United Kingdom | 1 | 7.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 24,677 | $2,700,000 | 981$ |
Totals | 1 | 67,886,011 | 24,677 | $2,700,000 | 981$ |
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William Byrd finished the first open-sided courtyard, Garden Quad, at New College in 1708.
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