Flavio Paludetti: Virtuoso Guitarist on International Stage

Graduating with top honors (110/110 cum laude) in jazz guitar from the “F. Venezze” Conservatory in Rovigo, this musician seamlessly balances his passion for live performance with a dedication to teaching. Over the course of his career, he has performed in renowned international venues, including Chicago in the United States, Vancouver in Canada, and numerous cities across Europe.

Since 2019, he has been a core collaborator with the Riccardo Grosso Band, performing on prestigious stages such as the Pordenone Blues Festival, the Südseiten Festival in Klagenfurt, the Baja Jazz Festival in Hungary, the Seravezza Blues Festival in Tuscany, and Folkest in Spilimbergo, among others. He has also graced international events like the Blues Mood International Festival in Czechoslovakia, the International Ochota Blues Festival in Poland, the Cinque Terre Blues Festival, and the Jerry Ricks Blues Festival. His live performances extend to acclaimed European venues, including Bourbon Street in Amsterdam, Blues Club XXL and Music On in the Netherlands, Die Brücke in Austria, and the historic Jazz Club Al Vapore in Venice.

His musical influences draw from blues legends such as Robben Ford, Albert King, B.B. King, and Ronnie Earl, combined with the elegance of jazz icons like Wes Montgomery and Kenny Burrell. This blend of inspirations shapes his open and versatile approach to music, reflecting both technical sophistication and deep emotional expression.

In 2024, he recorded an album in Paris with the Honnet Brothers, renowned for their collaborations with Robin Ford, further cementing his reputation as an internationally acclaimed musician.