Il Maestro Gianni Aterrano, an extraordinary pianist, composer, arranger and conductor, was honoured with the “For whom Campania tolls".
The prestigious award was presented to him at his home by Neapolitan actress and director Lucia Cassini, creator of the Prize, which is now in its third edition.Article Key Points
A Well Deserved Recognition
The Maestro, due to a delicate surgical operation on his vocal cords, was unable to attend the award ceremony held in Posillipo a few weeks ago. However, the award was delivered directly to his home by Lucia Cassini, who expressed great happiness and honor in being able to pay homage to an artist with whom she shared numerous moments in her career. Among these, the show “Che bella cosa è 'na serata 'e sole”, whose texts were by Dino Verde and the direction by Don Lurio.
A Career Rich in Collaborations
Maestro Aterrano’s career was studded with collaborations with some of the greatest voices in Italian music, including Sergio Bruni, Giacomo Rondinella, Maria Paris, Mario Abbate, Massimo Ranieri, Aurelio Fierro, and Lucia Cassini herself. He also accompanied internationally renowned artists such as Domenico Modugno, Claudio Villa, and Gianni Morandi. A special memory for the Maestro is represented by the forty evenings spent with Don Jaime de Mora y Aragona, brother of Queen Fabiola of Belgium. “He was an exceptional man,” Aterrano recalled with emotion.
A Special Thank You
The Maestro wanted to dedicate the Award to Professor Giuseppe Tortoriello, the surgeon who operated on his vocal cords and to whom he attributes his salvation. “Prof. Tortoriello is an excellence from Campania and he saved my life,” declared Aterrano, expressing great gratitude.
Back to the Origins
The meeting between Maestro Aterrano and Lucia Cassini was also an opportunity to relive the golden age of their artistic collaboration. The two gave an improvised musical moment on the notes of the famous song “Addo' sta' Zaza'”, with Aterrano on the piano and Cassini at the microphone.
A Continuous Emotion
In an era dominated by social artists who are often out of tune, the notes produced by the hands of Maestro Gianni Aterrano are a sweet and gentle melody for those who listen to them. Thank you so much, dear Maestro, for the emotions you continue to give us.
Service by Gennaro Savio, photographs by Gaetano Fiore.
Article published on 9 July 2024 - 16:07
