Vitali, Tomaso (Antonio) (1663-1745)

Italian violinist and composer. He was best known for his instrumental music; notably trio sonatas and a celebrated chaconne for violin and keyboard (which has recently come into doubt regarding Vitali's authorship of it).

Vitali was taught by his father, Giovanni Battista Vitali, and was later a member of the court chapel at Modena under him. He taught the violin to distinguished pupils, including Evaristo Dall' Abaco and Jean Baptiste Senallié.

Works Chamber sonatas for two violins and continuo.