About MIT
Straight from Italy, three extraordinary voices – tenors Delfo Paone and Luca Vissani, together with bass Andrea Carcassi – join forces to create the Magnifico Italian Trio.
Every performance is a musical journey: from beloved opera arias to timeless Neapolitan songs, from the fiery rhythms of Latin America to the unforgettable soundtracks of Ennio Morricone, the magic of Andrea Bocelli, and the international evergreens that have inspired generations.
A one-of-a-kind experience blending virtuosity, emotion, and Italian charm, turning every evening into an unforgettable memory and touching the heart of every audience.
Andrea Carcassi
Andrea Carcassi is an Italian basso brillante rapidly making his mark on the international opera scene, acclaimed for his dramatic yet refined voice. In 2024, he captivated audiences with over 80 performances as Timur in Puccini’s Turandot, conducted by Maestro Sieva Borzak and staged by Andrea Bernard, appearing on some of Italy’s most prestigious stages — from the Sferisterio in Macerata to the Teatro Regio di Parma, the Teatro Sociale di Como, and the Teatro Grande di Brescia. He has debuted major roles such as Raimondo in Lucia di Lammermoor and Nourabad in Les Pêcheurs de Perles (Opera of Craiova and a German tour), where the German press praised him for his “dramatic and refined bass.” His repertoire ranges from Puccini to Verdi, from Mozart to Donizetti, with iconic roles including Colline in La Bohème (Seoul), Sarastro in Die Zauberflöte (Mai-Festspiele Wiesbaden), Basilio in Il Barbiere di Siviglia, Commendatore and Masetto in Don Giovanni, as well as Zuniga in Carmen and Ferrando in Il Trovatore.
With a strong international profile, Andrea Carcassi has performed across four continents, appearing with Opera Australia, Melbourne Opera, Lyric Opera of Melbourne, Victorian Opera, and the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra. He has also sung in Cairo (debuting in La Traviata), in Gozo–Malta (Il Trittico), and at the Palais de l’Europe in Strasbourg, where he represented Italy before the European consular corps. A versatile artist, Carcassi extends his artistry beyond the traditional repertoire: he created the role of Dexter Fox in the contemporary opera The Children’s Bach by Andrea Schultz (Melbourne, 2008), and he is equally active in the sacred repertoire, performing works such as Mozart’s Requiem, Dvořák’s Stabat Mater, and Rossini’s Petite Messe Solennelle. Among the roles studied and ready for debut are Ramfis and the King in Aida, as well as Sparafucile in Rigoletto. In August 2025, he will embrace an exciting new challenge: his debut in the title role of Don Pasquale at the Avignano Festival in Basilicata — a milestone marking a significant artistic turning point in his career.
Delfo Paone
Delfo Paone, a tenor with a refined and passionate timbre, has brought to life some of the most iconic roles of the Italian operatic repertoire, establishing himself as a leading figure in masterpieces that have shaped the history of melodrama. His artistic journey has seen him embody intense and multifaceted characters such as Alfredo Germont in La Traviata, Mario Cavaradossi in Tosca, Manrico in Il Trovatore, Turiddu in Cavalleria Rusticana, Pinkerton in Madama Butterfly, the Duke of Mantua in Rigoletto, Radamès in Aida, Rodolfo in La Bohème, and Canio in Pagliacci. He has appeared on some of the most prestigious stages in Italy and abroad, including the Teatro di San Carlo in Naples, Teatro Goldoni in Livorno, Teatro Antico in Taormina, Teatro Mario del Monaco in Treviso, Teatro Argentina in Rome, Teatro del Giglio in Lucca, Teatro Comunale Fusco in Taranto, Teatro Flavio Vespasiano in Rieti, Teatro Persio Flacco in Volterra, Teatro Francesco Stabile in Potenza, Teatro Civico in La Spezia, and the Cairo Opera House in Egypt.
In 2023, he distinguished himself as a soloist in Mozart’s Coronation Mass for the XXII International Festival of Sacred Music and Art at St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican, and in Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony at the majestic Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, performing with the Orchestra of Rome conducted by Maestro Tomomi Nishimoto. Blessed with a strong stage presence and natural charisma, he has performed in more than 500 concerts with I Tre Tenori Italiani, captivating audiences in Italy and abroad with his expressive intensity and interpretive depth. His talent has earned him numerous accolades: in 2016 he received the FOYER International Award at the Biblioteca Angelica in Rome and was a finalist at the Jole De Maria International Opera Competition, where he also won the Audience Award. In 2018, he was honored with the prestigious Enrico Caruso International Award, while in 2019 he claimed both the Third Prize and Audience Award at the Jole De Maria Competition, as well as the International Gold Medal – Maison des Artistes at the University “La Sapienza” in Rome. In 2024, Paone triumphed as the Duke of Mantua in Rigoletto at Music Fest Perugia, reaffirming his mastery of the Verdian repertoire and consolidating his position as one of the most compelling Italian tenors of his generation.
Luca Vissani
Luca Vissani, a Roman tenor, began his vocal studies at the Conservatorio di Santa Cecilia, later refining his technique with soprano Ines Salazar and subsequently with the renowned Argentine tenor Raúl Giménez. His training was further enriched through masterclasses with leading figures of the international opera scene, including Rockwell Blake, Nicola Martinucci, Renato Bruson, and once again, Ines Salazar. Since 2014, he has pursued an intense artistic career, alternating between opera and concert performances, with over 250 appearances with I Tre Tenori in Italy and abroad, as well as numerous solo recitals warmly received across Europe and North America. On stage, he has performed a wide range of roles, including Goro in Madama Butterfly, Gherardo in Gianni Schicchi, Ruiz in Il Trovatore, Gastone in La Traviata, Remendado in Carmen, Matteo Borsa in Rigoletto, and Spoletta in Tosca, along with more demanding parts such as Ismaele in Nabucco (Seoul) and Altoum in Turandot (Martina Franca).
He was also featured in the world premiere of Dramma di caccia by Pietro Cangiano, inspired by a text by Anton Chekhov, at the Russian Centre for Science and Culture in Rome. Vissani has performed at prestigious commemorative events, including the 150th Anniversary of Italian Unification at Teatro Argentina in Rome and the 140th Anniversary of Enrico Caruso’s birth at the Accademia di Santa Cecilia, appearing alongside renowned artists such as Daniele Barioni and Ines Salazar. His artistic experience also encompasses high-level choral work: he took part in productions of Simon Boccanegra and Nabucco with the Teatro dell’Opera di Roma on tour in Japan under the baton of Riccardo Muti, and in Wagner’s Rienzi conducted by Stefan Soltesz, with stage direction by Hugo De Ana. He has also appeared in symphonic concerts conducted by Ennio Morricone and in the traditional Vatican Christmas Concerts held in the presence of the Holy Father. A versatile artist, Vissani has successfully combined opera with a career in television and film. He has appeared as an actor in popular Italian TV series such as Il Paradiso delle Signore and Tutti Pazzi per Amore 2, and portrayed an opera singer in Woody Allen’s To Rome with Love. He has also taken part in major television productions and national advertising campaigns, working as both actor and model for leading brands including Open Fiber, Lottomatica, and Gillette — even serving as a body double for tennis legend Roger Federer. With his passionate voice and multifaceted artistry, Luca Vissani stands out as a unique performer — a tenor who seamlessly merges operatic tradition, stage versatility, and modern charisma, captivating audiences in ever more international settings.
