Gran Duo Italiano

Gran Duo Italiano is a dynamic classical duo featuring violinist Paolo Ghidoni and pianist Stefania Redaelli, known for digging up hidden gems of Italian chamber music. Formed in 2007, the pair has built a reputation for resurrecting overlooked works by composers like Guido Alberto Fano, Alfredo D’Ambrosio, and Guido Santórsola—artists often overshadowed by Italy’s bigger-name classical stars. Their recordings, including releases on the Brilliant Classics label, showcase a mix of Romantic passion and early 20th-century innovation, inviting listeners to explore Italy’s rich but underappreciated musical back catalog.

Balancing scholarly care with lively performances, Gran Duo Italiano doesn’t just stick to homegrown talent—they’ve also sprinkled their albums with Czech and Hungarian pieces (like Ševčík’s folksy dances) to add extra spice. Beyond the studio, they’ve brought these revivalist vibes to concert halls and festivals across Europe, often pairing their concerts with talks to spotlight the stories behind the music. Whether they’re unearthing a forgotten sonata or breathing new life into a quirky Auer rhapsody, their work feels like a treasure hunt for classical fans craving something fresh yet deeply rooted in tradition.

Genres

Chamber Music

Classical

Contemporary Classical

Baroque

Romantic Music

Neo-classical

Crossover Classical

Italian Classical

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Latest Release

Italian Violin Sonatas

Davide Alogna•

Costantino Catena•

Fabrizio Falasca•

Stefania Redaelli•

Carmelo Andriani•

Vincenzo Maltempo•

Mauro Tortorelli•

Angela Meluso•

Gran Duo Italiano•

Marco Venturi

Album - 71 Tracks - Released November 1, 2024