Henri Jérôme Bertini (1798-1876) was a French classical composer and pianist, born in London on October 28, 1798. His family moved back to Paris when he was six months old. Bertini was a child prodigy who received his early musical education from his father and brother, the latter a pupil of Muzio Clementi. At the age of 12, Bertini toured England, Holland, Flanders, and Germany, where he was well received. He studied composition in England and Scotland and was appointed professor of music in Brussels before returning to Paris in 1821.

Bertini was known for his performances and compositions, admired as a chamber music performer, and gave concerts with notable musicians such as Franz Liszt. He was particularly celebrated for his piano method "Le Rudiment du pianiste" and his extensive collection of études, which are still recognized for their musicality and technical precision. Despite his talents, Bertini was not as famed as contemporaries like Friedrich Kalkbrenner or Henri Herz, but he was respected for his clarity and elegance in playing.

In 1856, Bertini retired to Meylan, near Grenoble, where he lived until his death on September 30, 1876. His legacy includes a significant contribution to piano pedagogy and chamber music, with his works continuing to be of interest to pianists and music scholars.