Philipp Dulichius (also known as Deulich, Deilich, Teilich, Dulichs, 1562-1631)was born in Chemnitz (in modern-day Germany) the son of a clothier and alderman. In 1579 he was registered as a student at the University of Leipzig. In 1587 he was appointed cantor (church musician) at the Princely Pedagogium in Stettin. In 1618 he was named professor. He was responsible for the church music in the Church of Mary; for the musical education of the gymnasium students; and for the music at the Pomeranian court. He retired in 1630 after 43 years of service.



Philipp Dulichius wrote 232 artistic and beautifully sounding motets, which during his lifetime were known throughout Europe but are now awaiting a renaissance.