Paolo Fresu to receive 2026 Albo d’oro at Andrea Parodi Award

Trumpeter Paolo Fresu has been named the recipient of the 2026 Albo d’oro prize as part of the 19th Andrea Parodi Award. The event is scheduled to take place from October 15 to 17 at the Teatro Massimo in Cagliari, focusing on world music through an international contest and various performances.

Other featured artists include Bungaro, Luisa Briguglio, Gigi Marras, and a collective featuring Elena Ledda and Matteo Leone. The competition includes nine finalists selected from hundreds of international applicants. This year's edition coincides with the 20th anniversary of the passing of Sardinian musician Andrea Parodi.