The Mia Martini Award celebrated its 30th edition in Bagnara Calabra, bringing four consecutive sold-out nights filled with emotions and standing ovations at the Palatenda. The event, hosted by Savino Zaba and Veronica Maya, honored outstanding personalities with unique prizes crafted by jeweler Michele Affidato.
Among the awardees of this remarkable edition:
- Maurizio Fabrizio – Lifetime Achievement Award
- Giorgio Verdelli – Special Audiovisual Award
- Italian National Singers Team – Special Solidarity Award
- The Guidonia Twins – Special Radio and TV Award
- Simona Molinari – Mia Martini 2024 Award
- Alberto Urso – Mia Martini Young 2024 Award
- Lucilla – Special Childhood Award
Competition categories and winners
The event also featured competitions showcasing emerging talent:
- A voice for Mimì: winner Simona Forte, followed by Silvia Ferraro (Social Award) and Ludylù.
- New Proposals for Europe: Davide Caprari took first place, with Eleonora Varotto and Ela completing the podium.
- Emerging Artists: Joseph Parisi claimed the top spot, followed by Luvi and Guerriero.
- Evergreen: winner Genny Cusopoli, second place for Il Maestro, and third for Luana.
Special awards included the Critics’ Award to Paolo Lopez and Vivi, the Radio Medua Award to Mario Calarco, the Giancarlo Bigazzi Award to Maltempo, and the Etnosong Award to Francesco Maio.
Unforgettable moments
The four evenings featured prominent guests such as Verdiana, winner of Tale e Quale Show, Gentle Magician, and local artists like Tatho. Highlights included Maurizio Fabrizio’s rendition of “Almeno tu nell’universo” alongside contestants from the New Proposals category and Franco Fasano’s duet with children from the A voice for Mimì category on “Drop by Drop”.
Looking ahead
Sponsored by the Calabria Region and the Municipality of Bagnara Calabra, the event was organized by the Culture and Entertainment Association of Bagnara Calabra, which has already started preparing for the next edition. This continuity ensures that the legacy of Mia Martini remains alive, celebrating her unique contribution to Italian music.
