MASSIMO URBANI AWARD, XXVIII EDITION, PIANIST CESARE PANIZZI TRIUMPHS

Cesare Panizzi is the winner of the XXVIII edition of the Massimo Urbani International Award, which concluded in Camerino on Saturday the 29th. At just twenty-four years old, the pianist from Parma impressed everyone with his refined technique and deep understanding of his instrument. In addition to first place, Panizzi also won the Paolo Piangiarelli Award, which will allow him to record his first album, and the Nuovo IMAIE Award, which will take him on tour across Italy.

The high-level final challenged the technical jury, chaired by Francesco Cafiso, who won the Urbani Award in 2001 at just 12 years old and was honored with the title of Knight of the Italian Republic by President Sergio Mattarella for high artistic merits. The jury carefully examined every detail to compile a ranking that accurately reflected the qualities of the musicians in the competition.

Competition Announcement 2024

28th edition – International jazz soloist award

  • Artistic Direction: MusiCamDo Jazz
  • Founder: Paolo Piangiarelli
  • Chief Judge: Francesco Cafiso

The competition is open to Italian and foreign jazz soloists playing any instrument (including voice).


Deadline for sending subscription: MAY 6, 2026

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The following awards will be assigned:

  • Premio Internazionale Massimo Urbani;
  • “Paolo Piangiarelli” Award which includes recording, mixing and mastering of the winner’s artistic project;
  • 2nd e 3rd place;
  • NUOVO IMAIE Award, which includes a 6 concerts tour for the winner;
  • Scholarships for jazz workshops in Italy like Nuoro Jazz and Fara Music Summer School;
  • Audience Award, to the artist most voted by the audience of the final stage;
  • Social Award, to the artist most voted by the web audience;
  • Critics Award, a special award given by a jury composed of specialized journalists and artistic directors