Meet Dr. Nicolò Manicardi
Dr. Nicolò Manicardi brings to the International Lyre Society a rare combination of scientific discipline and artistic devotion. With an academic background in Translational Medicine and a lifelong passion for classical music, his journey led him to embrace the ancient Greek seven-stringed lyre under the guidance of Dr. Nikolaos Xanthoulis. A graduate of the Nikaia Municipal Conservatory of Athens, Dr. Manicardi approaches the lyre with a profound respect for both its historical roots and expressive possibilities.
He is deeply committed to the educational mission of the Society, offering insightful instruction that merges historical knowledge with modern pedagogical methods. Students will find in him a dedicated teacher who is both methodical and inspiring—an ideal guide for those seeking to develop technical skills while cultivating a deeper connection to this timeless instrument.
Dr. Manicardi is available for private lessons through the International Lyre Society and welcomes learners from all backgrounds and levels of experience.
Dr. Nicolò Manicardi
Musician | Ancient Greek Lyre Specialist | PhD in Translational Medicine
Dr. Nicolò Manicardi is a dedicated musician and scholar with a unique background that bridges the worlds of science, classical music, and ancient Greek culture. Born in La Spezia, Italy, in 1988, he began his musical journey at the age of seven with classical piano training. Over the years, his passion for music deepened, particularly in the works of classical composers and the philosophical roots of musical expression.
While pursuing a rigorous academic path in the sciences, Dr. Manicardi completed a degree in Pharmacy and earned a Ph.D. in Translational Medicine in Barcelona. However, despite his success in research, his heart was drawn back to the arts—and particularly to the study and performance of ancient Greek music.
Driven by a lifelong fascination with Greek philosophy, poetry, and musical heritage, he began his formal training in the seven-stringed ancient Greek lyre under the mentorship of Dr. Nikolaos Xanthoulis. In December 2023, he was awarded the Diploma in Ancient Greek Lyre Performance from the Municipal Conservatory of Nikaia (Athens), marking a significant step in his musical evolution.
Now based in Barcelona, Dr. Manicardi continues to broaden his musical perspective by studying flamenco guitar under Maestro Rafael Cañizares, seeking to connect ancient traditions with modern expression.
With a holistic approach to learning and a deep respect for the revival of ancient Greek music, Dr. Manicardi is an active member of the International Lyre Society and offers insightful instruction for students eager to explore this timeless instrument.
As he often says:
“I love learning music. It’s the most sincere way I connect with the world.”