InCanto
InCanto is a trio made up of the guitarist - composer Antonio Forcione, the singer-songwriter Benito Madonia and the guitarist - composer Giorgio Serci, who united by their passion for Mediterranean sounds with a strong Neapolitan influence, are working on their first album, featuring their original compositions and rearrangements of iconic classic Neapolitan masterpieces revisited in an original key.
Photo: Anna Kunst
Antonio Forcione, an award-winning guitarist and composer, is internationally renowned for his extraordinary talent. He has collaborated with esteemed artists such as Charlie Haden, Diego El Cigala, and Trilok Gurtu, and has released 21 albums to date. His compositions blend Mediterranean, Brazilian, and North African influences, with a strong jazz foundation. Forcione has opened concerts for music legends such as John Scofield, Phil Collins, and Pino Daniele. www.antonioforcione.com
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Benito Madonia, a singer-songwriter, producer, and musician, is recognized for his distinct and unique vocal tone. In 1998, he penned the hit "Male che fa male" for Alex Baroni, which won an award at the Sopot International Song Festival. He has released several albums, including "Vento del Sud" with Antonio Forcione and "Ieri, oggi, domani e n'ato juorno," a tribute to Neapolitan music. Madonia is a finalist in the 2024 edition of The Voice Senior. www.benitomadonia.it
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Giorgio Serci is a guitarist, composer, and university lecturer with international collaborations alongside artists such as Ivan Lins, David Garrett, Kenny Wheeler, Basia, Franco Cerri, and Paolo Fresu. He is the co-founder of the Bansangu Orchestra and teaches at ACM and the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. His compositions are published by Trinity College and Hal Leonard. Serci is also an official endorser for Yamaha and Fibonacci Guitars. www.giorgioserci.com