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Couperin, François
(Fran|çois Cou|pe¦rin)
Pronunciation:
/ˈkuːpərã, kupʀɛ̃/
(
1668–1733
)
, French composer, organist, and harpsichordist. A composer at the court of Louis XIV, he is principally known for his harpsichord works.
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