Ivo Antognini

Ivo Antognini is a renowned Swiss composer, born in 1963 in Locarno. He began his musical journey by graduating in piano from Lucerne in 1985, having studied under notable pianists like Nora Doallo. Initially exploring jazz, Antognini attended the Swiss Jazz School in Bern and released several jazz albums. His career took a pivotal turn in 2006 when he began collaborating with the Calicantus Choir, leading him to focus primarily on choral music. His compositions are highly regarded and have been performed by illustrious choirs across more than 50 countries. Antognini's works are celebrated for their versatility, suitable for a wide range of voices and choirs.

Ivo Antognini's contributions to music have earned him several accolades, including the prestigious Raymond W. Brock Memorial Commission Award in 2020 and the Swiss Music Prize in 2024. His significant compositions include the oratorio "A Prayer for Mother Earth," premiered at Carnegie Hall in 2016. Antognini also serves as a professor at the Conservatorio della Svizzera Italiana, where he teaches ear training and piano. His recent release, "Come to Me in the Silence of the Night," is a testament to his enduring impact on the choral music scene, performed by the respected Trinity College Choir of Cambridge in 2023.

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