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Jakub Polak

1545-1605 PL
Composer of Classical, Folk and World

Polish lutenist and composer (1545 - 1605). Also known as Jakub Reys (Reis, de Rais, de Reiz, de Restz, de Retz, du Retz) or Jacques le Polonois. He was notable for his service as court lutenist to Henry III of Poland and France. Initially Polak served as one of the court musicians at Kraków, and after Henry III fled Poland, Polak joined him in Paris in 1574. He was an author of several lute compositions, most notably preludies, fantasies, dances and several chansons. During his lifetime he was renowned for his lute improvisations.

     
Genres
  • Classical
  • Folk
  • World
Discography
Title Artist Year Type
GitarreAlvaro Pierri Spielt Miguel Llobet • Sir William Walton • Diomedes Catone • Jakub Polak • Adalbert Dlugoraj • Lennox Berkeley1985Album
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