Paisiello, Giovanni
(1740–1816)
Paisiello, Giovanni (5–9–1740, Roccaforzata, near Taranto; 6–5–1816, Naples). Italian comp. Studied in Italy, where he became one of the leading composers of opera buffa. Was invited to P. in 1776 to be maestro di cappella of Catherine II's Court; remained there until 1784, producing c. 11 operas, wind divertimentos, and keyboard sonatas and Capriccios. Also taught, including among his pupils Sadunova. Was succeeded by Cimarosa. Returned to Italy where, from 1785–99, he was composer and…