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Sonia Ziccardi
Sonia Ziccardi was born in Genzano di Roma (Rome) in 1993.
She began her musical path at the age of 14, initially studying modern singing at a local music school. She later pursued complementary studies in music theory and solfeggio, obtaining the license from the “A. Casella” Conservatory in L’Aquila, under the guidance of Maestro Franco Canfora, with an overall rating of 8/10.
In July 2013, she was admitted to the Bachelor’s program in Jazz Singing at the “O. Respighi” Conservatory in Latina, where she studied with Maestro Susanna Stivali and later with Maestro Francesca Sortino, graduating in 2016 with full marks (110/110).
In October 2018, she completed a Master’s degree in Musical Disciplines with a focus on Jazz Interpretation and Composition at the same conservatory, under the mentorship of Maestro Mauro Zazzarini, graduating with honours (110/110 cum laude).
In July 2019, she obtained a First-Level Master’s degree in Cantiere Infinito, focusing on choreo-musical improvisation techniques. This program was promoted by the MAXXI Foundation, the National Dance Academy, the Santa Cecilia Conservatory and the MACRO Museum in Rome. She graduated with honours (110/110 cum laude).
In July 2022, she participated in the Siena Jazz summer workshops, studying vocal technique with Michael Mayo, Jo Lawry, Theo Bleckmann, Sara Serpa and ensemble music with Gerald Clayton, Nir Felder, Maurizio Giammarco and Achille Succi.
Over the years, she has attended several masterclasses with renowned artists such as Bob Stoloff, Vito Caporale, Daphne Nisi, Eleonora Tosto, Daniele Roccato, Diana Torto, Rita Marcotulli, Michele Rabbia and Maria Pia De Vito.
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Sonia Ziccardi: Driade
by Nathalie Tamara Freson
For over a decade, A.M.A Records has been curating interesting musical projects, propelling up-and-coming artists to the forefront of the world's musical scene. It comes as no surprise then that its latest release is Sonia Ziccardi's debut album, Driade. Sonia Ziccardi is no novice, having cooperated on numerous musical and literary projects both in Italy and internationally. Her debut album just confirms her rightful place among promising artists we hope to see and hear more from in the ...
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