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  1. Niccolò (or Nicolò) Paganini ( Italian: [ni (k)koˈlɔ ppaɡaˈniːni] ⓘ; 27 October 1782 – 27 May 1840) was an Italian violinist and composer. He was the most celebrated violin virtuoso of his time, and left his mark as one of the pillars of modern violin technique.

  2. This is a list of the compositions of the Italian virtuoso violinist Niccolò Paganini (1782–1840).

  3. May 27, 1999 · Niccolò Paganini was an Italian composer and principal violin virtuoso of the 19th century. A popular idol, he inspired the Romantic mystique of the virtuoso and revolutionized violin technique. After initial study with his father, Paganini studied with a local violinist, G. Servetto, and then with.

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    • 24 Capricci, Op. 1 (1802 – 1817) Undoubtedly Paganini’s best work is 24 Capricci for solo violin, written in groups over several years. Like Ghiribizzi, each miniature is a study of a particular element: No. 1 is aptly nicknamed ‘the arpeggio,’ practicing rapid string crossings; No. 6 is, for obvious reasons, nicknamed the ‘trill’; whilst other names derive from the character of the piece.
    • Violin Concerto No.2 in B minor, Op. 7 (1826) The second of Paganini’s violin concertos is among his most famous works. It’s more frequently referred to by the nickname ‘La Campanella’ (meaning ‘the little bell’) after the twinkling bell featured in every recurrence of the main theme in the third movement.
    • Violin Concerto No.1 in D major, Op. 6 (1817) Paganini’s larger-scale orchestral works, such as the violin concertos, are often grand and dramatic affairs, with equally dramatic, exhibitionist violin parts.
    • Moto Perpetuo (1835) As the title suggests, this one takes some serious stamina. Moto Perpetuo, translated as ‘perpetual motion,’ is an endless rhythmic rollercoaster performed at rapid pace.
  5. Niccolò Paganini: dazzling Italian virtuoso and violin technique pioneer - Classical Music. One of the most dazzling showmen of all time, the great Italian violinist Paganini cast a spell over all those who heard his music.

  6. Explore Niccolò Paganini's discography including top tracks, albums, and reviews. Learn all about Niccolò Paganini on AllMusic.

  7. Niccolò Paganini (1782–1840) is known as the greatest virtuoso of all time, but what of the composer? There are those who still dismiss his music as nothing more than a series of lightweight vehicles for his own diabolical antics.

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