Václav Beneš

1872–1944 (age 72)

Biography

Václav Beneš (1872–1944) was a Czech composer who contributed to the musical heritage of his nation during a transformative era. He lived through the Austro-Hungarian period and witnessed the birth of independent Czechoslovakia, composing during both eras.

Beneš passed away in 1944 at the age of 72 and was laid to rest in Vinohrady Cemetery. His compositions remain part of the Czech musical tradition, and his legacy endures among those who appreciate classical Czech music.

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