Thomas Campion

Composer

Birthday January 12, 1567

Birth Sign Capricorn

Birthplace England

DEATH DATE Mar 1, 1620 (53)

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About

An English doctor, poet, and composer who wrote over 100 songs for the lute. He was a practicing physician until his death, which was most likely from the plague.

Before Fame

His stepfather made him study law at Gray's Inn.

Trivia

In 1605, he completed his medical degree from the University of Caen.

Family Life

His parents were named Lucy and John.

Associated With

Another famous English physician was William Harvey.