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Carlo Aonzo is a renowned Italian mandolin player and music educator who has made significant contributions to the world of classical music. Born on September 22, 1967, in Savona, Italy, Aonzo grew up in a family of musicians and was exposed to music from a young age. His father, Ugo Aonzo, was a mandolin player and teacher, and his mother, Maria Luisa, was a pianist. Aonzo's grandfather, Carlo, was also a mandolin player and composer, and his great-grandfather, Giovanni, was a violinist. Aonzo began playing the mandolin at the age of six and quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument. He studied under his father and later attended the Conservatory of Music in Alessandria, Italy, where he earned a degree in mandolin performance. Aonzo also studied under the renowned mandolin player Ugo Orlandi and attended masterclasses with other notable mandolin players such as Caterina Lichtenberg and Mike Marshall. Throughout his career, Aonzo has performed extensively both as a soloist and as a member of various ensembles. He has performed in numerous countries, including Italy, Germany, France, Spain, the United States, and Japan. Aonzo has also collaborated with many notable musicians, including classical guitarist Beppe Gambetta, jazz guitarist Frank Vignola, and classical violinist Gilles Apap. One of Aonzo's most significant achievements was winning the prestigious Vivaldi Prize at the International Mandolin Competition in Venice in 1993. This award helped to establish Aonzo as one of the leading mandolin players of his generation. He has also won numerous other awards and accolades throughout his career, including the Città di Voghera Prize in 1992 and the Città di Castell'Arquato Prize in 1994. Aonzo has recorded several albums throughout his career, including "Traversata" (1996), "Mandolin Music for Christmas" (2000), and "Italian Folk Music for Mandolin" (2005). His recordings showcase his virtuosic playing and his ability to interpret a wide range of musical styles, from classical to folk to jazz. In addition to his performing career, Aonzo is also a dedicated music educator. He has taught mandolin at the Conservatory of Music in Alessandria and at the Scuola di Musica di Fiesole in Florence. Aonzo has also conducted masterclasses and workshops throughout the world, sharing his knowledge and expertise with aspiring mandolin players. Aonzo's contributions to the world of classical music have been significant, both as a performer and as an educator. His virtuosic playing and his dedication to the mandolin have helped to elevate the instrument to new heights, and his recordings and performances have inspired countless musicians and music lovers around the world. Aonzo's legacy as a musician and educator will undoubtedly continue to inspire future generations of mandolin players for years to come.

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