1. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791): Mozart is considered one of the greatest composers of all time and a central figure of the Classical period. He composed numerous symphonies, concertos, operas, and chamber music pieces, many of which are regarded as masterpieces.
2. Franz Joseph Haydn (1732-1809): Haydn was a highly influential composer of the Classical era known as the "father of the symphony" and "father of the string quartet." He composed over 100 symphonies, 60 string quartets, and numerous other works.
3. Christoph Willibald Gluck (1714-1787): Gluck was a significant composer of opera during the Classical period, particularly known for his reforms to the genre. His operas, such as "Orfeo ed Euridice" and "Alceste," emphasized dramatic expression and simplicity.
4. Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach (1714-1788): C.P.E. Bach was the second son of Johann Sebastian Bach and a prominent composer of the galant style, which emphasized elegance, grace, and expressiveness. He composed over 200 keyboard sonatas, symphonies, concertos, and chamber music pieces.
5. Antonio Salieri (1750-1825): Salieri was a prolific Italian composer of the Classical era, known for his operas, oratorios, and instrumental music. He was a contemporary of Mozart and served as the court composer in Vienna.
6. Domenico Cimarosa (1749-1801): Cimarosa was an Italian composer best known for his comic operas (opera buffa). His works are characterized by melodic richness and lively rhythms.
7. Luigi Boccherini (1743-1805): Boccherini was an Italian composer and cellist who contributed significantly to the development of the string quartet. He composed over 100 string quartets, as well as symphonies, concertos, and chamber music.
These are just a few examples of the many talented composers who contributed to the musical landscape during the Neoclassical age, which emphasized clarity, balance, and elegance in music.