All Valentina Ciardelli articles
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NewsRyanair ‘shouted without any respect’ at neurodivergent double bassist
Double bassist Valentina Ciardelli experienced confusion and rudeness regarding Ryanair’s musical instrument and passenger support policies, despite presenting her Hidden Disabilities Sunflower card
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FocusThe Strad Podcast #98: finding new double bass repertoire with Valentina Ciardelli
Transcriptions of existing repertoire should celebrate the double bass in all its glory, rather than present a poor imitation of other instruments, says the double bassist
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NewsDouble bassist Valentina Ciardelli appointed professor at Trinity Laban
The bassist, composer, performer and visual artist starts her new role in September 2023
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BlogsValentina Ciardelli: how I transcribe Puccini opera arias for double bass
The double bassist and founder of the ‘How I met Puccini’ project shares the process of condensing rich operatic textures to stringed instruments
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BlogsHow I met Puccini: double bassist Valentina Ciardelli
Ciardelli discusses using the double bass and a combination of theatrical techniques to explore and bring the music of Giacomo Puccini to new audiences
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BlogsThe Girls in the Magnesium Dress: Expanding repertoire for double bass and harp duo
Synesthetic artist, composer and double bassist Valentina Ciardelli explains why it’s important to explore new ensemble and instrumental combinations
