Pierre Baillot
French violinist and composer
Born
October 1st, 1771
253 years ago
Died
September 15th, 1842
182 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
France
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Born in 1771 in France, this violinist and composer contributed significantly to the development of violin techniques and pedagogy in the 19th century. He studied under prominent musicians and later became a member of the prestigious Société des Concerts. His teaching methods influenced many violinists of his time and helped standardize approaches to playing the instrument. He composed several important works, including concertos and chamber music, enhancing the violin repertoire.
Published a comprehensive violin method
Composed important works for violin and piano
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