Part of the Grancino Series, edited by cellist Nona Pyron, Vallotti (1697-1780) was a Franciscan priest who studied music, philosophy and theology. He was the maestro de capella at the Basilica of St. Antionio in Padua for 50 years, and composed for voices, string instruments, and the occasional bassoon or horn.

Part of the Grancino Series, edited by Robin Stowell, Guiliani was an Italian violinist, composer, conductor and pedagogue. He led the Teatro degli Intrepidi orchestra from 1783-1798.

Part of the Grancino Series, edited by Robin Stowell, Guiliani was an Italian violinist, composer, conductor and pedagogue. He led the Teatro degli Intrepidi orchestra from 1783-1798.

Part of the Grancino Series, edited by Robin Stowell, Guiliani was an Italian violinist, composer, conductor and pedagogue. He led the Teatro degli Intrepidi orchestra from 1783-1798.

Part of the Grancino Series, edited by cellist Nona Pyron, de Marzis played cello professionally from 1736-1764. He performed at the Theatre Royal, Covenant Garden, Drury Land, and other popular venues. His first composition (Six Solos for 2 Violoncellos) was published in 1748.

Part of the Grancino Series, edited by cellist Nona Pyron, Abel was a peer of J.C. Bach and noted for his virtuosity on the viola de gamba and cello.

Part of the Grancino Series, edited by cellist Nona Pyron, Paxton (1735-1787) was an English musician. Paxton was a popular composer in London, and while he wrote music for multiple instruments, his most famous pieces were for the cello.

Part of the Grancino Series, edited by cellist Nona Pyron, Cervetto(born Giacobo Bassevi de Cervetto) was known for bringing popularity to the violoncello in the 18th century, and frequently performed as a solo cellist at Drury Lane Theater