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English Baroque composer Matthew Locke (c.1621/2-1677) helped to bring English opera to fruition, even though his musical contribution to the first known true opera is lost. His low profile during the Puritan rule was replaced by an active schedule in the court of Charles II, following the Restoration. Whether for religious or professional reasons is unknown, but Locke converted to Catholicism and became official organist to the queen in 1662.

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• Matthew Locke

  http://www.hoasm.org/VIIA/Locke.html
  Biography, related composers, portrait, and comments on the difficulties caused by his personality from the Here on a Sunday Morning radio program.

• Matthew Locke

  http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/09321a.htm
  Article from the Catholic Encyclopedia includes his musical development, conversion, conflicts, and noted works.

• Naxos: Locke, Matthew

  http://www.naxos.com/composerinfo/Matthew_Locke/25907.htm
  Biographical sketch noting how religion played a role in his career and comments on his instrumental music.

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