A musical heart, a communal soul, an Italian voice in the world
EAD is the international performing voice of Fondazione Accademia Ducale – Centro Studi Musicali ETS. From Basilicata to Shanghai, across Europe and Latin America, the Ensemble brings concerts, new productions and research-led projects to international audiences.
EAD – An acronym, an identity
Elegance · Art · Dialogue
Elegance – Style and respect for form
Art – The language that brings us together
Dialogue – The heartfelt act of listening across people, cultures, and generations
EAD is the name by which our ensemble steps into the world: simple to remember, yet deep in meaning
LORENZO ANTONIO IOSCO
Resident Conductor of EAD – Ensemble Accademia Ducale
Clarinetist and orchestral conductor. A member of the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, he has collaborated with leading international ensembles, including the London Symphony Orchestra and Madrid’s Teatro Real. Since 2021, he has complemented his career as a soloist with an active conducting career.
Ensemble Accademia Ducale is the musical soul of the Fondazione Accademia Ducale Centro Studi Musicali, based in Pietragalla, southern Italy. More than just a group of musicians, it’s a dynamic and variable collective guided by Artistic Director Giuseppe D’Amico – double bassist, composer, researcher, and passionate advocate for cultural dialogue across generations and borders.
With a repertoire that stretches from Baroque masterpieces to contemporary premieres, the ensemble brings fresh life to forgotten manuscripts, rare works, and bold new creations. Whether performing in Romanesque churches of southern Italy or on international stages, EAD tells the story of a foundation dedicated to artistic excellence, inclusivity, and cultural impact.
Touring throughout Europe and Latin America, the ensemble has earned acclaim for its depth, originality, and emotional resonance – leaving a lasting impression wherever it plays.
To experience Ensemble Accademia Ducale is to hear the living heartbeat of a foundation where music is not just performance, but purpose.
EAD – Ensemble Accademia Ducale
Three words, one identity
Elegance
Not just in sound, but in spirit. EAD’s style blends form with passion, always honoring the music, the audience, and the tradition.
Art
Every performance is a creative act. The ensemble brings together heritage and innovation, staying true to the Foundation’s mission of preserving the past while shaping the future.
Dialogue
At its core, EAD is about connection – between instruments, generations, and cultures. From international tours to community projects, it uses music as a bridge, speaking the universal language of emotion and empathy.
