| Full Name |
Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina |
| Date of Birth |
- |
| Place of Birth |
Palestrina, Papal States |
| Date of Death |
02 February 1594 |
| Place of Death |
Rome, Papal States |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence |
Papal States |
| Education |
Musical training as a choirboy in Rome |
| Profession |
Composer, Organist, Choir Director |
| Years of Activity |
1544-1594 |
| Brief Information |
Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina was an Italian Renaissance composer of sacred music. He is considered a leading figure of the Roman School of musical composition in the 16th century. His work significantly influenced the development of Roman Catholic church music. |