Franciszek Lilius

Franciszek (Franciscus) Lilius (ca. 1600 – 1657) was a Polish composer, a descendant of the Italian Giglis family. He significantly contributed to the musical culture of Warsaw in the 17th century. In 1630, he moved to Kraków, where he remained head of the cathedral orchestra until his death.

Best known works

Missa Brevissima
Missa tempore Paschali
Surrexit Christus Hodie, a motet

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Authority control	WorldCat Identities VIAF: 17489403 LCCN: n87902226 ISNI: 0000 0001 2277 0602 GND: 12873065X SUDOC: 158057031 BNF: cb14806156f (data)

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