About
Italian violinist and multi-instrumentalist whose work "Caprice No. 24 in A minor, Op. 1" is a standard in violin music. His rivalry was Charles Philippe Lafont and Louis Spohr.
Before Fame
He was a child prodigy on the violin and the mandolin.
Trivia
His family was driven from their home in Genoa during the French Invasion. He put an end to his concert career and returned to Genoa in 1834.
Family Life
His father was a trader who earned extra income as a street musician.
Associated With
He often performed music by Johann Sebastian Bach.
