Johann Wanning
Johann Wanning (* 1537 in Kampen (Netherlands) , † 1603 in Danzig ) was Kapellmeister and composer in Danzig.
Wanning was enrolled at the University of Königsberg in 1560 . In addition to his studies, he worked as an alto in the duke's chapel until 1567. In 1569 he became Kapellmeister at the Marienkirche in Gdansk. During his tenure he composed over 100 motets . In 1593 he was only able to exercise his office to a limited extent due to illness. Therefore, in 1599, Nicolaus Zangius was appointed as his representative.
Individual evidence
- ^ Franz Kessler : Danzig Church Music . Hänssler-Verlag 1973
literature
- Robert Eitner: Wanningus, Joannes . In: Allgemeine Deutsche Biographie (ADB). Volume 41, Duncker & Humblot, Leipzig 1896, p. 159.
| predecessor | Office | successor |
|---|---|---|
| Anselm Dulcet | Kapellmeister of the Marienkirche in Gdansk 1569–1599 |
Nicolaus Zangius |
| personal data | |
|---|---|
| SURNAME | Wanning, Johann |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | Kapellmeister and composer in Gdansk |
| DATE OF BIRTH | 1537 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Kampen (Netherlands) |
| DATE OF DEATH | 1603 |
| Place of death | Danzig |