Conrad Paumann

Conrad Paumann
Paumann (later 19th? century engraving)
Background information
Born	c. 1410 Nuremberg, Germany
Died	January 24, 1473(1473-01-24) (aged 62–63)
Genres	Renaissance
Occupation(s)	Instrumentalist, composer
Instrument(s)	Pipe organ, lute

Conrad Paumann (c. 1410 – January 24, 1473) was a German organist, lutenist and composer of the early Renaissance. A blind musician, he was one of the most talented musicians of the 15th century, and his performances created a sensation wherever he went. He is grouped among the composers known as the Colorists.