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About Niccolò Paganini
Niccolò Paganini was an Italian violinist and composer who became the most acknowledged amongst his contemporaries at the time. He also played the viola and guitar.
After finding fame in various cities in his native Italy, he went on international tours throughout Europe in the late 1820s and early 1830s.
His most popular compositions include the “24 Caprices for Solo Violin”, which he wrote between 1802 and 1817.
Family Life
Before he picked up the violin, he learnt to play the mandolin from his father, Antonio Paganini. His mother’s name was Teresa Bocciardo. He had five siblings.
Paganini was a famed womaniser but he had a son, Achille Ciro Alessandro, from his only serious relationship with Antonia Bianchi, a singer he performed with at concerts within Italy.
Legacy
“Rhapsody on a Theme” by Rachmaninoff and Brahms’ “Variations on a Theme of Paganini” were based on his “Caprice No. 24”.
Death
He died from internal haemorrhaging on 27 May 1840.
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F.A.Q. about Niccolò Paganini
When is his birthday?
Niccolò Paganini's birthday is on October 27, 1782.
In how many days is his birthday?
Niccolò's birthday is in 348 days
How old was Niccolò when he died?
He was 57 years old.
When did he die?
He died in May 27, 1840.
How old would he be today?
Niccolò Paganini would be 242 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Niccolò from?
He was born in Genoa, Italy.