Giuseppe Torelli (22 April 1658 Verona – 8 February 1709) was an Italian violinist, teacher and composer of the middle Baroque era. He was from a famil of artists. His brother was the painter Felice Torelli. Today, he is mostly remembered for hs contributions to the concerto. He wrote several concerti for solo instruments. Today, his concerti for string instruments and trumpet are well known.