The "Four Seasons" violin concertos were composed by Antonio Vivaldi, an Italian Baroque composer, in the early 18th century. This set of four concertos, each representing a season of the year, showcases Vivaldi's innovative use of melody, harmony, and instrumentation. They are among the most popular works in the classical music repertoire and are characterized by their vivid musical imagery and expressive themes that convey the essence of each season. The "Four Seasons" not only exemplify Vivaldi's style but also contributed significantly to the development of the concerto genre in Western classical music.