Sgambati

Sgambati was the family name of Italian pianist, composer, conductor and pedagogue Giovanni Sgambati (1841-1914). He was a significant figure in the late 19th and early 20th century Italian musical landscape, advocating for the music of German composers, particularly Beethoven and Wagner, while also contributing his own compositions. Sgambati's works include symphonies, piano concertos, chamber music, and vocal pieces. He was also an influential piano teacher, shaping the next generation of Italian musicians.