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Italian composer and singing teacher, renowned for his elegant and popular art songs (romances).Born in Ortona, Italy, Tosti studied at the Naples Conservatory. He moved to London in 1875, achieving immense success as a singing teacher to the British aristocracy and royalty, and later as a professor at the Royal Academy of Music. He was knighted in Italy and became a British citizen. His vast output consists almost entirely of songs, characterized by lyrical melodies and salon-style piano accompaniment.

• Tosti initially pursued a career as a singer but was forced to abandon it due to a problem with his vocal cords, turning instead to composition and teaching.
• His connections in London were pivotal. He became singing teacher to the British Royal Family, including Queen Alexandra, and a close friend of royalty like Princess Louise, Duchess of Argyll.
• In 1906, King Edward VII personally intervened to expedite Tosti's application for British citizenship.
• He received significant honors: Knight of the Order of the Crown of Italy (Cavaliere) in 1885 and later Commander (Commendatore) in 1894.
• Tosti died in Rome on December 2, 1916, reportedly from a stroke.