Orlando Gibbons
Orlando Gibbons, born on December 25, 1583, in Oxford, England, was a composer
and keyboard player. He came from a musical family, where his father, William,
and brothers Edward, Ellis, and Ferdinand were also musicians. By age 12, he
joined King's College Choir at Cambridge. His career began with appointments to
the Chapel Royal in May 1603 and as junior organist by 1605. In 1606, he
graduated from King's College with a Bachelor of Music degree. Gibbons
contributed significantly to various genres, including madrigals and anthems.
Notable works include "The Silver Swan" from Firs...
