Unico Wilhelm van Wassenaer

Unico Wilhelm van Wassenaer, born into a distinguished Dutch family in 1692, was a man of many talents: a diplomat, administrator, and a composer whose works were long overshadowed by misattribution. His most renowned compositions, the Concerti Armonici, were initially mistakenly credited to the Italian composer Giovanni Battista Pergolesi and Carlo Ricciotti. It was not until the late 20th century that the true genius behind these harmonious concertos was revealed. Van Wassenaer's music, characterized by its baroque elegance and intricate compositions, offers a delightful journey through the musical landscape of the 18th century. His contributions to music, though long unrecognized, are a testament to his enduring legacy as a composer of considerable skill and vision.