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Anton Joseph Bruckner

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Anton Joseph Bruckner was an Austrian composer known for his symphonies, masses, and motets. He lived during the 19th century and was a prominent figure in the Romantic era of classical music. Bruckner's compositions are noted for their rich harmonic language and complex polyphony.

He died on September 11, 1896, at the age of 72. Bruckner's work has had a lasting influence on classical music, particularly in the development of symphonic form and orchestration.

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