Vitali, Giovanni Battista, 1632-1692
Italian composer, cellist, and singer from Bologna, who studied under Maurizio Cazzati (1616-1678) at Cappella musicale di S. Petronio, where he performed and taught. In 1674, he entered service at the Este court of Modena, later holding the post of maestro from 1684 until his death. He is credited with the composition and publishing of numerous sacred and secular instrumental pieces, and is particularly known for his concertos and sonatas. He died in Modena on October 12, 1692.
- HMML ID
- 678375761003
- PURL
- LC name
- Vitali, Giovanni Battista, 1632-1692
- HMML name
- Vitali, Giovanni Battista, 1632-1692
- Library of Congress
- VIAF
Name elements
- Given names
- Giovanni ● Battista
- Family names
- Vitali
Personal information
- Birth date
- 1632-02-18
- Death date
- 1692-10-12
- Centuries
- 17th century CE
- Gender
- Males
- Associated countries
- Associated places
- Occupations
- Fields of activity
- Honorary titles
- Maestro di cappella
- Languages
Preferred citation
"Vitali, Giovanni Battista, 1632-1692." HMML Authority File. Hill Museum & Manuscript Library. Last modified August 01, 2024. https://w3id.org/haf/person/678375761003
Change notes
- Date added
- 2024-08-01
- Last edited
- 2024-08-01