Benedictus à Sancto Josepho (1643-1716)
- Salve Regina aus
'Missae, litaniae, et motetta IV. V. VI. vocibus cum instrument. et ripienis ... opus primum' (1666)
Performers: Ensemble Bοuzignac Utrecht; Erik van Nеvеl (conductor)
Further info: Four Dutch Composers of the Golden Age
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Dutch organist and composer. Born Benedictus Buns, he entered the
Carmelite Monastery in Geldern in 1659. He took his vows in 1660 and was
ordained a priest in 1666. Sometime before 1671, he was transferred to
the Carmelite Monastery in Boxmeer, where he spent most of his life and
career. He served as sub-prior during the periods 1671-1674, 1677-1683,
and 1692-1701. From 1679 until his death, he held the position of
organist in Boxmeer, succeeding Hubertus à Sancto Joanne Vlaminck.
Beginning in 1699, he was also employed there as a private composer,
conductor, and organist for Count Oswaldo van den Bergh. He was also a
recognized organ expert and consultant, serving as a key advisor in the
construction of an organ in Boxmeer, where he was highly regarded. He is
considered one of the most important Dutch composers of the latter half
of the 17th century, known primarily for his extensive output of
religious vocal and instrumental compositions.
