1755–1824. Italian composer. in the Classical Violin School tradition.

Italian violinist-composer credited with founding the modern French violin school; Violin Concerto No. 22 is his most frequently recorded work. Limited product count reflects specialist rather than mainstream appeal.

Signature works: Violin Concerto No. 22 in A minor, Violin Concerto No. 23 in G major, Sinfonie Concertante No. 1, Duos for 2 Violins.