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August 1812 in Music History

Deaths in Music

  • Aug 12 Jean-Joseph Rodolphe, Alsatian composer, dies at 81
  • Aug 19 Vincenzo Righini, Italian composer and singer, dies at 56
  • Aug 21 Silverius Muller, Austrian composer, priest, and educator, dies at 67

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