# 19th Andrea Parodi Award concludes in Cagliari

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> Updated: 2026-10-17T19:56:23.000Z. Sources: 18. Developments: 3.

The 19th Andrea Parodi Award, held from October 15 to 17 at the Teatro Massimo in Cagliari, has concluded. The event held significant symbolic weight, marking the 20th anniversary of the passing of Sardinian musician Andrea Parodi on October 17, 2006.

Angelica Perri was named the absolute winner of the competition, also securing the Critics' Prize and the International Jury Mention. Her victory includes a 2,500 euro scholarship and performance opportunities at partner festivals in 2027. Other technical honors included Best Music awarded to Momi and Best Arrangement to the Nubras Ensemble.

During the ceremonies, trumpeter Paolo Fresu received the 2026 Albo d’oro prize. Fresu performed alongside Bebo Ferra and Pierpaolo Vacca, reflecting on the musical legacy of Parodi. The program, under the artistic direction of Elena Ledda, featured an international contest with finalists from Europe, Asia, South America, and North America, alongside performers such as Bungaro, Luisa Briguglio, and Gigi Marras.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-17: Andrea Parodi Prize: Angelica Perri wins major world music award

Angelica Perri won the 19th Andrea Parodi Prize in Cagliari, while trumpeter Paolo Fresu received the 2026 Albo d’Oro Prize during the event commemorating the 20th anniversary of Parodi’s death.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/andrea-parodi-prize-angelica-perri-wins-major-world-music-award

### 2026-10-14: Andrea Parodi Award to mark 20th anniversary of musician's passing

The 19th Andrea Parodi Award will be held in Cagliari from October 15-17, marking 20 years since the musician's death with a world music contest and performances by artists like Paolo Fresu.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/andrea-parodi-award-to-mark-20th-anniversary-of-musicians-passing

### 2026-10-06: Paolo Fresu to receive 2026 Albo d’oro at Andrea Parodi Award

Trumpeter Paolo Fresu will receive the 2026 Albo d’oro prize at the 19th Andrea Parodi Award in Cagliari, Italy, celebrating world music.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paolo-fresu-to-receive-2026-albo-doro-at-andrea-parodi-award

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