Boccherini, Luigi (Rodolfo)
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born Feb. 19, 1743, Lucca
died May 28, 1805, Madrid, Spain
Italian composer.
Son of a musician, he received excellent early training and toured widely in Europe as a cellist. He held positions at the courts of Madrid and Prussia. His vast
chamber music output includes some 125 string quintets (more than any other composer),
some 90 string quartets, and many string trios. He also wrote symphonies and cello concertos. The elegance and charm of his music has ensured its continuing popularity.
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2010.
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