1781–1829. Italian composer. in the Viennese Classicism tradition.

Leading early 19th-century guitarist-composer; closely associated with Paganini and the Viennese guitar tradition. Intimate is justified here as his output is primarily solo and chamber guitar music.

Signature works: Guitar Concerto No. 1 in A major, Op. 30, Rossiniana No. 1, Op. 119, Gran Sonata Eroica, Op. 150, Le Papillon, Op. 50, Grand Overture, Op. 61.