Luca Romanelli

Luca Romanelli, an exceptional classical guitarist from Italy, began his musical journey at the age of eleven. He gained early recognition by winning the Città di San Severino Marche National Competition for two consecutive years (2004-2005). 

He further developed his skills at the Conservatorio G.B. Pergolesi in Fermo and graduated with top honors from the Conservatorio G. Rossini in Pesaro in 2015, under the guidance of Maestro Pietro Antinori. He continued his studies in Germany at the Musikhochschule Münster, where he obtained the Zertifikatsstudienjahr in 2017.

Luca has attended numerous masterclasses with renowned guitarists, including Marcin Dylla, Arturo Tallini, Reinbert Evers, and many others. His commitment to improving his craft has led him to perform internationally, collaborating with a variety of ensembles and orchestras.

Artistic Career:

Luca’s artistic career spans across several countries, including Italy, Greece, Germany, Romania, Hungary, Spain, and North Macedonia. He has performed as a soloist, ensemble member, and orchestral soloist, bringing his exceptional skills to audiences around the world. Luca has earned a reputation for his virtuosity and expressive performances, having won several prestigious international competitions, including:

• Festival International of Adriatic (2024) – First Prize
• Berlin International Guitar Competition (2022) – First Prize
• International Dimitris Fampas Competition in Athens (2022) – First Prize
• Tblisi Guitar Competition (2021) – First Prize
• Tremolo Guitar Competition in Skopje (2021) – First Prize
• VI International Angel G. Piñero Competition (2019) – First Prize 

In 2019, Luca recorded a CD titled Leo Brouwer's ELOGIO: Guitar Works with the Da Vinci Publishing label, dedicated to the guitar music of Cuban Maestro Leo Brouwer on the occasion of his 80th birthday. In 2022, Luca made his debut at the prestigious Teatro Real in Madrid, performing as a soloist and in chamber ensembles. He also collaborated with the Orquestra Clàsica Santa Cecilia of Madrid in a tribute concert to Maestro Piñero.

In recognition of his artistic achievements, Luca was awarded the "Youth in Music" 2023 award by the Accademia Organistica Elpidiense as the best musician of the year.

Current Work and Future Projects:

Luca Romanelli is currently a guitar teacher at the Instituto Scolastico "Ciabattoni" in Offida, Italy. He is also pursuing further studies in chamber music at the Conservatorio "G.B. Pergolesi" in Fermo. Additionally, Luca regularly attends masterclasses at the Academia chitarristica A. Segovia in Pordenone, led by Maestro Paolo Pegoraro.

Luca’s next major project is the release of a new CD titled Mediterraneo, set for release in the summer of 2025. The upcoming CD is a musical exploration that gives voice to the diverse styles and traditions of the people who have settled along the Mediterranean Sea. Through this album, the artist delves into the rich tapestry of cultures that have shaped the region, while also uncovering the common thread that binds them together. 

The Mediterranean, once known as Mare Nostrum by the Romans, is not only a physical boundary but also a vessel that has carried the shared history, music, and identity of its surrounding civilizations across the waves of time.

In Mediterraneo, Luca reflects on the unique musical characteristics of Mediterranean cultures while celebrating their historical connections. The album serves as a tribute to the enduring influence of the sea and its ability to unite different peoples through a shared artistic heritage.

Luca plays the guitar crafted by Manuel Adalid, "La Cathedral." His current performances and teaching engagements continue to inspire students and audiences alike.