Francesco Ganassin is a multidisciplinary artist and educator. Over the past thirty years, he has developed a unique synthesis of seemingly disparate fields: from ancient folk traditions to cutting-edge technology and inclusive pedagogy.

As a clarinet player, composer and improvisor, he is known for creating projects that bridge music with other expressive forms, such as New Landscapes, 2Grains, Breath. His work with Calicanto has been recognized with the Prix Coup de Cœur from Académie Charles Cros. He is also a composer and performer of scores for theatrical productions featuring renowned actors and writers such as Giuseppe Battiston, Vasco Mirandola, Andrea Pennacchi and Massimo Carlotto. These productions often integrate unique hardware and software of his own design, which he uses to build both interactive sonic installations and musical instruments for his concerts.

As an educator, he is a specialized support teacher in middle school. He holds a master’s degree and advanced university specialization in inclusive and innovative pedagogy. He currently teaches Traditional Music at the conservatories of Castelfranco Veneto and Padova.