Claudio Merulo, a great organist and important composer of his time, was born in 1533 and died in 1604.

In 2004, Stefano Molardi recorded Merulo’s complete works for organ on the historic organ of Valvasone (PN), Italy.

Merulo’s oeuvre for organ is so important because it reflects the entire breadth of development which keyboard music underwent during the 16th century, a feat it accomplishes on an unprecedented level, lending it major importance for music history.

Stefano Molardi, a winner of major national and international organ competitions, is among the most promising artists of the younger generation. He has devoted himself intensively to the interpretation and musicological exploration of Ancient Music, and his recordings have won numerous awards.