The city of Sarno chooses music and memory to pay homage to one of the most sensitive performers. Nino D'Angelo will receive the Honorary Citizenship , a recognition that goes beyond artistic value and is deeply rooted in the history and shared pain of a community.
The announcement comes from an official communication from the Municipality of Sarno, signed by the Mayor Francesco squillante and dated January 5, 2026. A formal invitation that holds profound meaning. It recognizes the human and cultural contribution of an artist who transformed a tragedy into living memory.
A bond born from the memory of May 5, 1998
The awarding of Honorary Citizenship stems from the musical composition “A Muntagna e' Cadut” that Nino D'Angelo dedicated to the tragic event of May 5, 1998, which severely affected the Sarno area. A wound still open, but preserved with respect through memory. That song was not only an artistic tribute, but an act of genuine closeness. A way to give voice to those who are no longer with us and to those who continue to carry the weight of that day in their hearts. Precisely for this reason, the municipal administration felt it was necessary to recognize the symbolic and civic value of that work.
The ceremony on May 5th, in the name of remembrance
The official presentation of the parchment will take place on May 5th, a highly symbolic date for the city, at 4:00 PM at the Town Hall. On this occasion, Nino D'Angelo will be inscribed in the Register of Honorary Citizens of Sarno, becoming a full member of the community's civic history.
When art becomes responsibility
In the invitation, the mayor emphasizes that this recognition represents not only a gesture of esteem, but also a desire to thank an artist who knew how to use music as a tool of memory, respect, and sharing. Honorary citizenship for Nino D'Angelo thus becomes a symbol of a genuine bond between art and the local area, between a beloved artist and a city that continues to remember him.
An award that speaks of identity, memory, and humanity, and that demonstrates how music, when born from the heart, can become cultural heritage.
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The initiative by the Municipality of Sarno is very significant and important for the community. It's wonderful to see how music can bring people together. Nino D'Angelo deserves this recognition for his work and commitment.