Sebastian Knüpfer

Sebastian Knüpfer was a German composer and conductor from the Baroque era, active in the early 17th century. He is known for his sacred choral music and instrumental compositions that exhibit the expressive style characteristic of his time. Knüpfer worked primarily in Leipzig, where he contributed to the development of Lutheran church music. His work blends complex counterpoint with emotional depth, reflecting the musical trends of the Baroque period. Though not as widely known today, his compositions played a role in shaping early German sacred music and influenced later composers in the region.