A Dictionary of Music and Musicians/Müller, August

MÜLLER, August Eberhardt, born Dec. 13, 1767, at Nordheim, in Hanover. His father, organist at Hinteln, was his first instructor. In 1785 he went to Leipzig to study law, but soon gave it up, and became in 1789 organist of St. Ulrich's church, Magdeburg. In 1792 he was chosen to direct the concerts, etc., at Berlin, and there became intimate with Marpurg, Fasch, Reichardt, and other distinguished men. He was made organist of St. Nicholas' church, Leipzig, in 1794. He played the organ and harpsichord equally well, and was also a proficient on the flute. In 1810 he moved to Weimar, and died in 1817 [App. p.722 "Dec. 3"]. The following is a list of his compositions:—(1) Piano. 2 concertos; a trio for piano and strings, op. 17; 2 sonatas for violin and piano; 4 sonatas for piano solo, besides variations, etc. (2) Organ. Suites; a sonata and chorale, variations. (3) Flute. 11 concertos; a fantasia with orchestra, and 4 duets for two flutes. (4) Vocal. Cantata for 4 voices and wind band; songs with piano accompaniment. (5) Instruction. Method for the piano, and instruction-book for the flute.

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