We have reached a milestone of which we are immensely proud: the 10th edition of our International Piano Competition. Getting this far has required constant effort, unwavering dedication, and, above all, a deep-seated passion. This is the driving force that, year after year, motivates our entire team to courageously face both long-standing challenges and new obstacles, all to bring an event of excellence to our region.

This year, however, we reach this milestone with a touch of sadness in our hearts, but with even greater determination. This tenth edition is a very special one, marked by the painful and recent passing of PRESIDENT , Angelo Colafemmina.

Angelo was the heart and soul, the guiding force, and the pillar of this organization. To honor his memory and his tireless love for music, his family—which has always been at the forefront of the Association’s activities—has decided to dedicate this important milestone to him. Starting this year, the competition is getting a new look and is officially becoming the Premio Angelo e Giovanni Colafemmina, uniting in the award’s name the figures of father and son, bound forever by art and affection. The family and the entire organization will do everything possible—and more—to carry on his vision and his invaluable work.

Our wish—and our mission—remain the same as always: welcome a warm welcome to the talented international pianists who arrive full of enthusiasm, disseminate Great classical music in the beating heart of our region and in the hearts of our fellow citizens, our most cherished supporters, and all the new audience members who will be attending our competition for the first time.

We look forward to seeing you there so we can share, once again, the timeless beauty of music.