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BEHIND THE SCENES

Antonino “Tonino” Russo is a multi-instrumentalist, composer and music educator. Originally from Catania he began approaching music at a very young age, embarking on a training path that led him to explore different instruments and musical languages. He graduated and trained in drums, percussion and music education, while also studying composition and piano. His training developed between Italy and Europe. Over the years, he attended important musical institutions, including the “Arcangelo Corelli” Conservatory in Messina, LUCA School of Arts in Leuven, Belgium, the “Franco Vittadini” Conservatory in Pavia and the “Antonio Vivaldi” Conservatory in Alessandria. His concert activity has led him to perform in various settings and festivals, both in Italy and abroad. Among his most significant experiences are his participation in the Csiperó Festival in Hungary and the Sicilia Jazz Festival. With the Sikelos Band he has also shared the stage on several occasions with prominent Sicilian comedians, including Caccamo and Castiglia. As a composer, he wrote the music for a project against violence against women promoted by the Municipality of Trecastagni. He has also recorded an EP with the band Timor Verus and is currently working on his first album as an author "Dove respira il Mar Ionio". Alongside his artistic activity, he carries out an intense teaching activity, developed through numerous educational projects aimed at early childhood, primary schools, and lower and upper secondary schools. Alongside music, he cultivates a passion for writing. He is the author of the children's novel "Ci vediamo a Calazàgara".