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Thomas Norris

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Thomas Norris was an 18th-century composer born on August 15, 1741. He lived during the Classical period of music, a time characterized by clarity, balance, and form in composition. Norris contributed to the musical landscape of his era through his compositions.

He died relatively young at the age of 49 on September 3, 1790. While specific details about his works or influence are limited, his lifespan places him among the composers active in the late 18th century, a period that saw significant developments in Western classical music.

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