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Information: English Baroque composer Matthew Locke (c.1621/2-1677) helped to bring English opera to fruition, even though his musical contribution to the first known true opera is lost. His low profile during the Puritan rule was replaced by an active schedule in the
Locke, Matthew Sites:
Matthew Locke Matthew Locke: Article from the Catholic Encyclopedia includes his musical development, conversion, conflicts, and noted works. (Locke, Matthew) http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/09321a.htm
Matthew Locke (1621 - 1677) Matthew Locke (1621 - 1677): Karadar dictionary entry with life summary and links to related composers. (Locke, Matthew) http://www.karadar.net/Dictionary/locke.html
Locke, Matthew (c.1621-1677) Locke, Matthew (c.1621-1677): Biographical sketch notin how religion played a role in his career and comments on his instrumental music. (Locke, Matthew) http://www.hnh.com/composer/locke.htm
Locke, Matthew Locke, Matthew: Grove Concise Dictionary of Music entry at WQXR radio. Includes biography, opportunities provided by the Restoration and his conversion to Catholicism, his clashes with others, and summary of his works. (Locke, Matthew) http://www.wqxr.com/cgi-bin/iowa/cla/learning/grove.html?record=5446
Matthew Locke Biography Matthew Locke Biography: Notes his close relationship with Charles II and the restored monarchy as a factor in his popularity. Also comments on his difficult personality. (Locke, Matthew) http://www.geocities.com/CapitolHill/Senate/4150/locke.htm
Additional
Information: English Baroque composer Matthew Locke (c.1621/2-1677) helped to bring English opera to fruition, even though his musical contribution to the first known true opera is lost. His low profile during the Puritan rule was replaced by an active schedule in the
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