"My name is Niccolò (or Nicolò) Paganini (Italian: [ni(k)koˈlɔ ppaɡaˈniːni] ( 27 October 1782 – 27 May 1840) I was an Italian violinist and composer. I was the most celebrated violin virtuoso in my time, and left my mark as one of the pillars of modern violin technique. My 24 Caprices for Solo Violin Op. 1 are among the best known of my compositions and have served as an inspiration for many prominent composers."