William Daman
William Daman (also: William Damon , Guillaume Daman * 1540 / 41 probably in Liege ; † 26. March 1591 in London ) was a frankoflämischer musicians, flutist, organist and composer.
Life
Nothing is known about youth and education. Possibly at the invitation of the First Earl of Dorset, Thomas Sackville, he moved to London in 1562. There he entered the service of Queen Elizabeth I and spent the rest of his life in England.
He mainly created vocal works, including songs and motets , but also some instrumental works, such as two fantasies for three or six soprano instruments.
Web links
- CV Damans on HOASM
- Sheet music and audio files by William Daman in the International Music Score Library Project
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| SURNAME | Daman, William |
| ALTERNATIVE NAMES | Damon, William; Daman, Guillaume |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | Franco-Flemish musician and composer |
| DATE OF BIRTH | 1540 or 1541 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | uncertain: Liège |
| DATE OF DEATH | March 26, 1591 |
| Place of death | London |