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Born: February 19, 1743 in Lucca, Italy
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Died: May 28, 1805 in Madrid, Spain
Genre: Classical

Biography:
An Italian composer who specialized almost entirely in chamber music and wrote chamber symphonies, numerous violin and cello sonatas, and guitar music. His profound admiration for Haydn gave rise to the saying "Boccherini is the wife of Haydn." Mary ...More >>

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