Ludwig Busbetzky Explained

Ludwig Busbetzky (Lovies Busbetsky; Busbet) was an Estonian organist and composer during the 17th century. Coming from a family of musicians, Busbetzky studied with Dieterich Buxtehude in Lübeck around 1680.^[1]

From 1687 to 1699 Busbetzky was the organist at the German church in Narva.^[2]

Only two of his compositions are known to have survived, both of which have been previously attributed to Buxtehude.

• Erbarm dich mein ô Herre Gott for soprano, alto, tenor, bass, 2 violins, 2 violas, bassoon or violone, and continuo.^[3]
• Laudate Dominum for soprano, 2 violins, bassoon or violone, and continuo.^[4]

See also

• Culture of Estonia

Notes and References

1. Encyclopedia: Estonia. Lippus. Urve. Ingrid Rüütel . Grove Music Online. Oxford Music Online. 12 November 2011.
2. Web site: A History of the Organ in Estonia. Fiseisky. Alexander. The Diapason. Scranton Gillette Communications. July 2008. 11 November 2011.
3. Erbarm dich mein o Herre Gott
4. Laudate Dominum