Pierre de la Rue

Pierre de la Rue (c. 1460–1518) was a renowned Renaissance composer from the Low Countries, known for his choral and vocal music. His works reflect the sophisticated polyphony of the period, blending intricate vocal lines with expressive harmony. La Rue served as a professional singer and composer, working for notable institutions including the Burgundian court. His music is valued for its emotional depth, technical mastery, and contribution to the development of sacred and secular choral traditions during the late 15th and early 16th centuries.