Quito Cathedral, where Lobato became chapelmaster in 1574

Diego Lobato (c. 1538-1610)[1] was a mestizo composer and chapelmaster in the Inca Empire. He is known for fusing European styles and techniques with Andean music.

Life

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Little is known about Lobato's life. In 1550, Franciscan monks founded the Colegio de San Andrés in Quito to teach the European techniques of polyphony and Gregorian chant to the sons of Native American chiefs.[1] Lobato was taught in the Colegio de San Andrés.

In 1574, Lobato became chapelmaster of the Quito Cathedral, writing motets and hymns, now lost.[2] He served this post until 1588.

References

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  1. ^ a b "Art Music | Encyclopedia.com". www.encyclopedia.com.
  2. ^ "Lobato, Diego | Incan chapelmaster | Britannica". www.britannica.com.