Giovanni Bolzoni (May 15, 1841 – February 21, 1919) was an Italian composer and violinist, who is known for his Minuet for String Orchestra. Born in Parma, Bolzoni studied at the Parma Conservatory. He was violinist in an orchestra in Savona, then after six years became its concertmaster and conductor. This was followed by three years in Perugia as conductor and director of the Istituto Morlacchi. In 1887, he became director of the Istituto Musicale, concertmaster at the Teatro Regio di Parma and of the Concerti Popolari. Read more on Last.fm