I know what an Alberti bass is and have played thousands in my time. I do not know who Alberti was though. Does anyone know anything about the good gentleman?

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That was quick! Thank you. Now to find some of his compositions.

Funnily enough one of my pupils asked me that last week!

I explain the term often, but then have to add that I know nothing else about him! That is about to change. Thanks to Sbhoa.

And Google....