1703. G.A. Sorge (Mellenbach), 1703-78. German organist and theorist. It is claimed that he discovered “combination tones” before Tartini, to whom their discovery is usually attributed.
1707. Gottfried Keller (German), about 1707. Composer and teacher, who lived chiefly in London, where he published six sonatas for two flutes and bass, and six for two violins, trumpet, viola, and bass.
1709. William Flackton (London), 1709-98. The English publisher Walsh issued six trios for strings by this composer in 1758.
1710. Charles Avison (Newcastle-on-Tyne), 1710-70. Organist and chamber music composer. Browning refers to him in his “Parleyings.”
1710. G.B. Pergolesi (Naples), 1710-36. A composer of great distinction, who wrote many operas, a well-known “Stabat-mater,” and chamber music, including thirty trios for two violins and bass.
1711. Ignaz Holzbauer (Vienna), 1711-83. He wrote many string quartetts and other chamber music. Mozart is said to have esteemed his compositions.
1712. Frederick the Great, King of Prussia, 1712-86. Amateur composer and flautist of distinction.
1714. Philipp Emanuel Bach (Weimar), 1714-88.
1714. Gluck (Wiedenwang), 1714-87. Opera composer. He wrote no chamber music.
1715. G.C. Wagenseil (Vienna), 1715-77. Composer and chamber musician to the court. His works, which include much chamber music, were held in high favour during his life-time.