Josef Dominik Škroup
Josef Dominik Škroup (born August 2, 1766 in Včelákov ; † August 10, 1830 in Osice ) was a Bohemian composer and father of František Škroup and Jan Nepomuk Škroup , who were also active as composers.
He left behind numerous compositions, especially church music, including 20 Latin masses, hymns, graduals , oratorios , a concerto for organ and orchestra and a horn concerto.
Life
Škroup was orphaned at the age of eight and grew up with his uncle, a cantor . After completing his teacher training in Pardubice , he taught first in Rosice , from 1787 to 1797 in Libišany , then in Býšť until he came to Osice in 1800, where he lived until his death.
Škroup enjoyed a high reputation as a conductor , organist and instrumentalist. His compositions combine Neapolitan and classical style elements. His compositions for horn and for organ are characterized by a lively rhythm, contrasting themes and clear form.
Works
- 20 fairs
- Ave Maria
- Concerto in F major for organ and orchestra
- Concerto in G major for flute and orchestra
- Concerto for horn and orchestra
- Salve Regina
- Te Deum
- requiem
literature
- Markéta Kabelková: Škroup, Josef Dominik. In: MGG Online (subscription required).
Web links
- Literature and other media by and about Josef Dominik Škroup in the catalog of the National Library of the Czech Republic
- Works by and about Josef Dominik Škroup in the catalog of the German National Library
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SURNAME | Škroup, Josef Dominik |
BRIEF DESCRIPTION | Czech composer and conductor |
DATE OF BIRTH | August 2, 1766 |
PLACE OF BIRTH | Včelákov |
DATE OF DEATH | August 10, 1830 |
Place of death | Osice near Hradec Králové |