Modafferi, Vincenzo

My name is Vincenzo Modafferi. I am a classical guitarist with an innate passion for music and studying the instrument. My musical journey began at the age of 10 when I received my first guitar as a gift.

From that moment on, my life was marked by a path of dedication and love for music. I started studying at the Music School in my hometown, where I took my first classical guitar lessons, which instilled in me a passion for the traditional repertoire and the instrument's technique. Fascinated by the expressive possibilities of the guitar, I soon decided that music would be not just a passion but my career. I, therefore, decided to continue my studies and was admitted to the F. Cilea Conservatory of Music in Reggio Calabria, where I had the honour of being a student of one of the finest masters in the musical scene, Salvatore Zema.

The intense study during those years allowed me to refine my technique and explore the guitar repertoire in all its nuances. Upon completing my studies at the Conservatory, I earned a Second-Level Academic Diploma in Music and Guitar Didactics and a Second-Level Academic Diploma in Chamber Music, with top marks and honours.

I have participated in numerous masterclasses led by world-renowned guitarists. I had the privilege of studying with maestros such as Leo Brouwer, Roland Dyens, Stephen Goss, Alirio Diaz, Carlo Domeniconi, Vladislav Blaha, Pablo de la Cruz, Arturo Tallini, and Judicaël Perroy.

Alongside my studies, I began to devote myself to a concert career, both as a soloist and in chamber music ensembles, and I have participated in numerous national and international competitions, earning prestigious awards that confirmed my growth as a musician and allowed me to perform in important festivals and events.

Each competition experience taught me to push my limits, refine my preparation, and live music with increasing awareness. I have always nurtured a deep interest in music from the past, with a particular focus on lesser-known repertoires and the works of great composers. This led me to embark on a journey of research and revision of ancient works for guitar. I dedicated myself to rediscovering forgotten scores and worked on their revision and fingering to make them accessible to new generations of guitarists.

This research work has allowed me to collaborate with various music publishers, contributing to the publication of critical editions and revised works for guitar that both the public and professionals have appreciated.

Today, an essential part of my musical life is dedicated to teaching. For over 15 years, I have taught guitar to students of all ages and levels, striving to pass on the same passion and discipline that have shaped my journey. Every student represents a challenge and an opportunity for growth, and seeing their progress is one of the greatest satisfactions of my teaching career.

I continue to perform, teach, and work as a reviser, always with the same curiosity and passion that have accompanied me from the beginning. For me, music is an ongoing discovery, a language through which I express my vision of the world. I plan to continue sharing this vision with all those who love classical guitar, as each note represents a step in the beautiful music journey.