Andrea Monarda

Andrea Monarda is a renowned Italian guitarist known for his extensive contributions to classical music. He has graduated from prestigious institutions in Italy, the Netherlands, and Belgium, and has won notable prizes such as the XVI Alirio Diaz Competition and the XXX Certamen Andrés Segovia. Monarda regularly performs as a soloist in national and international festivals and has collaborated with orchestras like the Orchestra dell'Università degli Studi di Milano and the Orfeo Orchestra. His discography includes over fifteen albums with prominent labels like Brilliant Classics, Stradivarius, and LimenMusic, featuring works by Villa-Lobos and other composers. One of his notable albums is **Mignone: Doze Valsas**, which showcases his dedication to exploring new repertoire.

As a scholar, Monarda has collaborated with the specialized magazine *il Fronimo* since 2014, writing articles about guitar music. He is also the author of the *Dizionario di musica contemporanea per chitarra*, published in 2021. Monarda's music is not only a reflection of his mastery but also a testament to his passion for spreading contemporary guitar music, as he is the dedicatee of numerous pieces composed by renowned Italian composers. His recent releases include **Dreaming Dawn**, **Baden Powell de Aquino: Songbook for Guitar**, and **Gaslini: Songs & Guitar Works**, among others.

Genres

Experimental

Folk

Classical

Jazz

World

Contemporary Classical

Chamber Music

Guitar

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Latest Release

Dreaming dawn

Andrea Monarda

Album - 10 Tracks - Released June 5, 2025