Francesco Zimei

Francesco Zimei is a Full Professor in the Department of Literature and Philosophy at the University of Trento, specializing in musicology with interdisciplinary focus spanning medieval to baroque periods.

His research expertise includes:

• Relationships between music and poetry
• Medieval and Renaissance Music (Lauda, Sacra rappresentazione, Ars nova)
• Iberian Songwriters
• Johann Sebastian Bach studies
• Italian Opera (Roman/Neapolitan Intermezzi, Theatrical Festivities)
• Musical iconography and memorials

With specialized work on Francis of Assisi, Jacopone da Todi, Marchetto da Padova, and other key historical figures.

His scientific recognition includes:

• Scanno Prize for Music (2009)
• Nino Carloni Award (2012)

He currently directs the ERC Advanced Grant Laudare project (2022-2027).

Professor Zimei actively participates in scholarly communities through memberships in:

• ADUIM
• The Musical Assayer
• Abruzzo Institute of Musical History
• Arcomelo Group