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John Blitheman
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John Blitheman (Blithman, Blytheman, Blythman, c. 1525 – May 23, 1591) was an English composer and organist. The Fitzwilliam Virginal Book, which includes the third of his Gloria tibi Trinitas settings, gives his forename as William. However, Chapel Royal records from 1558 to 1590 consistently refer to John Blitheman, and there can be little doubt that this was the composer's name. Nothing is known about his early life. In 1555 he was chaplain at Christ Church, Oxford, becoming master of the choristers there in 1564. From 1585 until his death he was appointed organist of the Ch… read more
John Blitheman (Blithman, Blytheman, Blythman, c. 1525 – May 23, 1591) was an English composer and organist. The Fitzwilliam Virginal Book, which includes the third of his Gloria tibi Trini… read more
John Blitheman (Blithman, Blytheman, Blythman, c. 1525 – May 23, 1591) was an English composer and organist. The Fitzwilliam Virginal Book, which includes the third of his Gloria tibi Trinitas settings, gives his forename as William. H… read more
