Niccolo Pagnini was an 19th century Italian violinist who is often referred to as “the greatest violinist of all time” He was so amazing that people began to say that the source of his virtuousness came from a pact he made with the devil. People would rush to see him perform they wanted to confirm with their own eyes and ears the rumors. His talented was unparalleled, he often wrote pieces that were so difficult that only he could play them. People reported feeling happy and scared at the same time when they saw him perform.