Spanish musical institutions receive Giovanni Paisiello Festival awards

The Orquesta Ciudad de Granada and the Teatro de la Maestranza y Salas del Arenal in Seville have been awarded the Giovanni Paisiello Festival prize. The recognition, presented by the Amici della Musica “Arcangelo Speranza” of Taranto, honors the two Spanish institutions for their role in the international rediscovery of the composer Giovanni Paisiello.

The award follows a co-production of Paisiello’s “Barbiere di Siviglia,” which was performed in Seville on May 8 and 10, 2026. This production marked the first time the work was performed in Seville, bringing renewed attention to the composer’s musical history.

The 24th edition of the festival concluded in Taranto with a concert at the Archbishop's Palace. The awards were presented by the Prefect of Taranto, Ernesto Liguori, and the Councilor for Public Education, Maria Lucia Simeone.