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Riccardo Muti has received the Honorary Citizenship from the Municipality of Andria.

The conductor received the award on Sept. 24, 2024 at a ceremony in the Council Chamber.

In a statement, Mayor Giovanna Bruno said, “The granting of honorary citizenship to Maestro Riccardo Muti is a recognition of his great artistic talent and undisputed contribution to the world of music over the course of his brilliant career, while at the same time constituting a special opportunity to highlight the example of someone who, driven by talent and passion, has managed to become an excellence recognized throughout the world, as the heir and highest representative of the Italian musical tradition and synonymous with Italianism, cultural prestige and artistic ability.”

She continued, “Of importance also, as a further motivation, rises his connection with the whole of Apulia and in particular with the figure of Frederick II, Stupor Mundi, with Castel del Monte and the surrounding territory, which he himself defined as part of his life and an absolute reference point of his professional path. It is a source of pride to count among the citizens of Andria such a prestigious figure of Maestro Muti. I am grateful to him for accepting.”