Giovanni Battista Somis

Violinist and composer of the Baroque period

Giovanni Battista Somis - Violinist and composer of the Baroque period
Born

December 25th, 1686
338 years ago

Died

1763
262 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Italy

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Born in 1686, Somis was an influential violinist and composer during the Baroque period. His work contributed significantly to the development of violin technique and repertoire in Italy. He served as a violinist at the royal court in Turin and held the position of music director at the Church of San Lorenzo. Somis's compositions include numerous violin sonatas and concertos that showcase his virtuosic style. He studied under Corelli and eventually became a prominent figure within the chamber music scene of the time. His contributions influenced many later composers and musicians in the evolution of the violin as a leading instrument in classical music.

Served as music director at the Church of San Lorenzo

Composed numerous violin sonatas and concertos

Influenced the development of violin technique

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