Chronological lists of classical composers

Chronological lists of classical composers list composers of classical music in chronological order, either organized by era or style, or by nationality.

By era or style

 * List of classical music composers by era
 * List of medieval composers
 * List of Renaissance composers
 * List of Baroque composers
 * List of Classical-era composers
 * List of Romantic-era composers
 * List of 20th-century classical composers

Other classifications

 * Chronological lists of classical composers by nationality