Gustavo Argandoña

Countertenor

Gustavo Argandoña is a Chilean countertenor currently based in Italy. He has quickly made a name for himself in the Baroque and operatic world and is recognized as a promising artist. In 2022, he won First Prize in the “Voci di Cristallo” category at the Giuseppe Di Stefano International Competition in Trapani, Italy.

Awards & Competitions:
• First Prize – “Voci di Cristallo” category, Giuseppe Di Stefano International Competition, Sicily, Italy (2022)
• Finalist – Ciudad de Trujillo International Singing Competition, Peru
• Semi-finalist – Traetta Opera Festival Competition, Bari, Italy
• Semi-finalist – Froville International Baroque Singing Competition, France

Performances & Repertoire:

Gustavo has an extensive repertoire and has performed in various prestigious events:

• Bach’s Johannes-Passion with Coro Bach di Milano, conducted by Ruben Jais
• Handel’s Rinaldo and Alcina at the Scatola Sonora International Festival in Alessandria
• Mozart Nacht und Tag Festival in Turin, performing arias from Ascanio in Alba and Mitridate
• Solo Recitals such as Il controtenore: una voce più unica che rara (Genoa) and Tra sospiri e furori d’amore(AstiLirica and Villa della Regina, Turin)
• Vivaldi’s Nisi Dominus and Bach Cantatas (BWV 106, 147, 29)

Upcoming Engagements (2025):
• Scarlatti’s Venere e Amore – Festival Brianza Classica
• Handel’s Il Trionfo del Tempo e del Disinganno – AstiLirica

Education & Masterclasses:
Gustavo is currently studying Baroque singing at the A. Vivaldi Conservatory in Alessandria, Italy, under the guidance of Mirko Guadagnini. He has also participated in several masterclasses with renowned Baroque singers, including Sonia Prina, Xavier Sabata, Christian Senn, and Manuela Custer.

Gustavo continues to be recognized as one of the leading countertenors of his generation, performing across Europe and captivating audiences with his exceptional voice and artistry.