Francesco da Milano

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Francesco Canova da Milano, an influential Italian lutenist and composer from the early 16th century, significantly advanced lute music during the Renaissance. Working primarily for the papal court, he gained acclaim across Europe as the leading lute composer of his era. His compositions reflect a pivotal shift from the improvisational styles of earlier musicians to the intricate polyphonic textures that characterize later lute works, marking him as a key figure in the evolution of instrumental music.