Role

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Composer

Country

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Italy

Birth

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July 12, 1675 in Verona, Italy

Death

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July 12, 1742 in Munich, Germany

Period

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Baroque

Genre

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Concerto

 

Evaristo Felice Dall'Abaco was an Italian composer and cellist who lived during the Baroque period. He was born on January 12, 1675, in Verona, Italy, to a family of musicians. His father, Damiano Dall'Abaco, was a cellist and composer, and his mother, Margherita, was a singer. Evaristo grew up in a musical environment and began his musical education at a young age. Evaristo's father was his first music teacher, and he learned to play the cello from him. He also received training in composition and music theory from his father. Evaristo's talent as a cellist was evident from a young age, and he quickly became known for his virtuosity on the instrument. In 1696, Evaristo moved to Munich, Germany, where he became a member of the court orchestra of Elector Max Emanuel. He remained in Munich for several years, during which time he composed a number of works for the court orchestra. In 1701, he moved to Düsseldorf, where he became the court cellist for Johann Wilhelm, Elector Palatine. During his time in Düsseldorf, Evaristo composed a number of works for the court, including sonatas, concertos, and chamber music. He also wrote a number of works for the cello, which were highly regarded for their technical difficulty and musicality. Evaristo's music was influenced by the Italian Baroque style, but he also incorporated elements of the French and German styles into his compositions. In 1715, Evaristo moved to Brussels, where he became the court cellist for Archduke Charles of Austria. He remained in Brussels for the rest of his life, and he continued to compose music for the court. Evaristo's music was highly regarded by his contemporaries, and he was considered one of the leading composers of his time. Evaristo's most famous work is his 12 Concerti a quattro, Op. 5, which he composed in 1711. The concertos are written for two violins, cello, and basso continuo, and they are considered some of the finest examples of the Baroque concerto grosso form. The concertos are characterized by their virtuosic solo passages, intricate counterpoint, and rich harmonies. In addition to his concertos, Evaristo composed a number of sonatas for various instruments, including the cello, violin, and harpsichord. His sonatas are notable for their technical difficulty and their expressive melodies. Evaristo also wrote a number of chamber music works, including trio sonatas and quartets. Evaristo's music was highly regarded during his lifetime, but it fell out of favor in the years following his death. It was not until the 20th century that his music began to be rediscovered and performed again. Today, Evaristo's music is considered an important part of the Baroque repertoire, and his works are performed and recorded by musicians around the world. Evaristo Dall'Abaco died on July 12, 1742, in Brussels, Belgium. He was 67 years old. Despite his contributions to the Baroque repertoire, Evaristo's life and music remain relatively unknown outside of music circles. However, his legacy lives on through his compositions, which continue to be performed and enjoyed by audiences around the world.

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