Francesco Manfredini

Francesco Onofrio Manfredini (June 22, 1684 – October 6, 1762) was an Italian baroque composer, violinist, and church musician.

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June 22 - 1684 - October 6 - 1762 - Baroque

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He was born at Pistoia and studied violin with Giuseppe Torelli. He became a professional violinist, holding important posts in Bologna.

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Giuseppe Torelli - Bologna

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He became musical director at St. Philip's Cathedral in his home town of Pistoia, where he remained until his death.

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Much of his music is presumed to have been destroyed after his death; only 43 published works and a handful of manuscripts are known. He is known to have composed oratorios, but only his instrumental works are currently performed. Among these, his concerto grossos and sinfonias show a wealth of creativity and invention.

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Oratorio - Concerto grosso - Sinfonia

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