Description: (One of the Best Violin Composers of the 17th Century)
Heinrich Ignaz Franz Biber, a Bohemian-Austrian composer and violinist, made significant contributions to violin music. Working in Graz and Kroměříž before settling in Salzburg, he became known for his exceptional technique on the violin, allowing him to explore complex polyphonic passages and innovative scordatura tuning. Biber composed operas, sacred music, chamber music, and the notable Mystery Sonatas, which gained widespread recognition and imitation during his lifetime. In the late 20th century, there was a renewed interest in his music.