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Barbieri to lead Venice Biennale Music
Caterina Barbieri appointed Artistic Director of Venice Biennale's Music sector.
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Caterina BarbieriPietrangelo ButtafuocoWalter ZanettiFrancesco GiomiPascual Sisto
- Who is Caterina Barbieri and what is her new role?
- Caterina Barbieri, an electroacoustic musician, has been appointed as the new Artistic Director of the Music sector of the Venice Biennale for 2025-2026.
- What is Caterina Barbieri's educational and professional background?
- Barbieri's background includes a classical music education, electroacoustic composition studies, and a degree in Modern Literature with a focus on ethnomusicology.
- How would you describe Caterina Barbieri's musical style and approach?
- Her music uses modular synthesis and explores the physical and metaphysical effects of sound, often incorporating elements of generative computation and psychedelic soundscapes.
- What are some of Caterina Barbieri's notable achievements and collaborations?
- Barbieri has released eight albums, founded her own record label, and collaborated on soundtracks for film and multimedia installations.
- What were the reasons given for appointing Caterina Barbieri to her new position?
- The Venice Biennale's President, Pietrangelo Buttafuoco, praised Barbieri's innovative use of technology and her ability to bridge diverse musical styles, expressing confidence in her vision for the future of the festival.