The life of Antonio Vivaldi by Luca By lucika Mar 4, 1678 Born in Venice Source Jan 1, 1693 Begins studying to be a priest Source Jan 1, 1703 Ordained a priest Nicknamed the 'Red Priest' for his red hair. Source Period: May 25, 1703 to May 25, 1740 Worked at the Ospedale della Pieta The Ospedale della Pieta was among the best baroque music schools in Europe. Source Jan 1, 1705 First works published: a set of 12 trio sonatas Source May 17, 1713 Production of his first opera: Ottone in villa Source Period: Jan 1, 1718 to Jul 28, 1741 Celebrated composer and travels all over Europe Rome, Mantua, Venice, Florence, Vienna, Amsterdam, France, Prague. Period: Jan 1, 1720 to Jul 28, 1741 Friends with Anna Giraud Became lifelong friends with Anna Giraud. Source Jan 1, 1725 Publishes The Four Seasons Four Seasons Montage Source Jan 1, 1728 Knighted by Emperor Charles VI Source Jul 28, 1741 Died in Vienna Received a pauper's funeral. Source
