ID
1069
Nationality
German
Occupation
Composer
Musician
Summary
Late deafened: began losing his hearing when 28, and was totally deaf by age 52. Famous for his songs and choral music.
References
Gallaudet Encyclopedia, vol.2 p.216; Oxford Companion to Music, p.312, 386-387.
Dates
28 June 1815-24 October 1892