Salvatore Lanzetti

Salvatore Lanzetti was an influential Italian cellist and composer from the 18th century, known for helping to elevate the cello from its role as a mere continuo instrument to a solo voice in its own right. Born around 1710, likely in Naples, Lanzetti studied at the Conservatorio della Pietà dei Turchini, and went on to have a notable career as a performer in major European cities, including Paris and London. He was part of the ensemble at the court of Turin and was celebrated for his virtuosic technique and expressive playing style.

Lanzetti’s compositions, especially his cello sonatas, showcase his innovative approach to cello technique, including the use of double stops, complex fingerings, and bowing patterns that were quite advanced for his time. His published works, such as the "Sonate a Violoncello Solo e Basso Continuo," are considered important contributions to the cello repertoire and remain of interest to performers and scholars of Baroque music today.

Genres

Experimental

Avant-garde

Classical

Contemporary Classical

Chamber Music

Baroque

Orchestral Music

Romantic Music

Solo Cello

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Salvatore Lanzetti

Album - 12 Tracks - Released July 12, 2024