Marcos Coelho Neto
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Marcos Coelho Neto | |
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| Born | 1763 |
| Died | 1823 (aged 59–60) Ouro Preto |
| Other names | Marcos Coelho Neto Filho[1] |
| Occupations | |
Marcos Coelho Neto (1763–1823) was a Brazilian composer. Born in mining colony of Ouro Preto in 1763, his father was a former slave who became a trumpet player and composer.[2] The younger Coelho Neto followed his father as a composer and instrumental performer. In 1785 he was placed in charge of the productions of three operas and two dramas celebrating the marriage of João VI and Carlota Joaquina.[2] Coelho Neto is best known today as the composer of the hymn Maria mater gratiae.[2] (1796), which is noted for its elegance and creativity.[3] He died on October 23, 1823, in Ouro Preto.
