(June 28, 2017) There will also be two Italian artists at the XIX edition of the International Biennial Guitar Competition which will be held in Kutná Hora, Czech Republic, from July 4 to 8. The Italian Institute of Culture of Prague announce it, supporting them participation. Andrea De Vitis will perform at the opening night, Tuesday, July 4 at 6 pm, in the Italian Court (Vlašský dvůr). He will also hold a masterclass during the Biennial. Stefano Viola, guitar teacher at the Conservatory of Music "Jacopo Tomadini" in Udine will hold a masterclass as well. De Vitis graduated with the highest grades at the Conservatory "Morlacchi" in Perugia and at "Segovia Guitar Academy" in Pordenone. He has won numerous awards in international competitions and has performed as a soloist at prestigious concert halls around the world. Viola performs concert in Italy and abroad as soloist and in chamber music formations, his teaching activity is very intense. Both Viola and De Vitis will be members of the jury of the International Biennial. (Red)

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