Jean-Louis Duport
Jean-Louis Duport (4 October 1749 – 7 September 1819), sometimes known as Duport the Younger to distinguish him from his older brother (and teacher) Jean-Pierre (1741-1818), was a cellist, pedagogue, and composer.
He is perhaps best known today for his 21 études for solo cello that constitute the final part of the "Essai sur le doigté du violoncelle et sur la conduite de l'archet" ("Essay on the f…
Artist details
- Type
- Person
- Area
- France
- Born
- October 4th, 1749
- Died
- September 7th, 1819
- Labels
- Avie RecordsMDG Gold