Johann Christoph Karl Gayer

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Johann Christoph Karl Gayer , also Kryštof Karel (* around 1668 , † November 16, 1734 in Prague ) was a Bohemian conductor and composer .

Life

Gayer came to Prague as a choirboy and studied law . He took part in performances at Prague Cathedral from 1690 at the latest . On October 6, 1705 he became cathedral music director. There he modernized the repertoire with newer Italian compositions as well as his own. He also reformed the band by firing some musicians and buying new instruments.

His works were regularly performed until around 1760.

Works (selection)

  • Requiem in c
  • Requiem in F
  • Dies irae g
  • Overture with the 4 parties
  • Missa S Wenceslai
  • Regina Coeli
  • Te Deum

literature

  • Bohumír Jan Dlabač, General Historical Encyclopedia of Artists for Bohemia , Vol. 1, Prague 1815, Col. 449.
  • Undine Wagner:  Gayer. In: MGG Online (subscription required).
personal data
SURNAME Gayer, Johann Christoph Karl
ALTERNATIVE NAMES Karel, Kryštof
BRIEF DESCRIPTION Bohemian conductor and composer
DATE OF BIRTH around 1668
DATE OF DEATH November 16, 1734
Place of death Prague