James Cervetto

James Cervetto (8 January 1748 – 5 February 1837)

In 1771 he joined the Queen's private orchestra, and in 1780 he became a member of Lord Abingdon's private orchestra. He was a soloist at the "Professional Concerts" in the Hanover Square Rooms, from their establishment in 1783 until 1794. He was a member of the Royal Society of Musicians for 72 years.

In the early part of his career he was in friendly rivalry with the cellist John Crosdill. In 1783 his father died, leaving him £20,000, and he became less active in his profession. His last known concert took place on 2 March 1795 at Frederick, Duke of York's residence York House, Picadilly, at which George III was present.