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Francesco Landini was a renowned figure in 14th-century Italian music, celebrated for his significant contributions to the Trecento style. He composed a wide range of secular music, including ballate and madrigals, and is believed to have created some sacred pieces that are now lost. In addition to his compositional skills, Landini was esteemed for his talents as a singer, poet, organist, and philosopher. His influence extended beyond music, with his reputation as a respected citizen of Florence. Notably, Landini is remembered for the distinctive Landini cadence, a musical formula named in his honor.