Georg Reutter

Georg Reutter, called the Elder ( baptized on November 4, 1656 in Vienna, † August 29, 1738 ibid ) was an organist and composer in Vienna.

Life

Georg Reutter was probably a pupil of Johann Caspar von Kerll, whom he succeeded in 1686 as organist at St. Stephen's Cathedral. From 1703 he was court and chamber organist, in 1712 he was first, second, from 1715, eventually first Kapellmeister at St. Stephen's Cathedral. His son Georg Reutter the Younger became his successor and an important composer.

Work

By Georg Reutter the elderly are numerous sacred works, such as fairs and pieces available in different occupations. He has also written several works for organ and other keyboard instruments.