About us

Created in New York in 2017 and founded in Genoa in 2018, the UMAS Foundation is a point of reference in the cultural and educational landscape: lectures, art exhibitions, concerts and education projects for schools.

With a constant commitment to promoting culture and education, the UMAS Foundation organises events ranging from lectures to art exhibitions, from concerts to education projects for schools.

One of its distinctive traits is its ability to engage the public with interactive, inspiring experiences: events are curated in every detail, attract participants of all ages and host high-profile speakers and artists.

Education projects are another strength. Workshops and courses for children and young people make a significant contribution to their education and personal growth: a hands-on approach and individual attention help them develop skills and passions that can stay with them for life.

Events and education projects not only enrich the community, they offer unique opportunities to learn and grow.

Our story

2017
New York
The idea is born
The UMAS Foundation – Union of Music, Art and Science is created in New York.
2018
Genoa
The Foundation
The Foundation is established in Genoa, its registered office.
Sicily
Santa Maria di Licodia
Branch of Sicily
The Sicilian branch opens, with the Amadeus Music School and the Hub Recording Studio.
Today
Italy · Europe · Africa
An international network
An official Trinity College London centre, the partnership with the Catania Philharmonic Orchestra and Casa da Música Benguela.

Mission and vision

Mission

Vision

Goals

01
Cultural events
Planning and producing art events, concerts and exhibitions that showcase local and international talent in an inspiring cultural setting.
02
Education projects
Creating innovative education programmes that bring art, music and science into schools and communities, promoting hands-on, interdisciplinary learning.
03
Accessibility and inclusion
Making events and programmes accessible to all ages and socio-economic backgrounds, with reduced fees or free initiatives.
04
Partnerships and networks
Building partnerships with cultural institutions, schools and organisations to amplify the impact of our programmes and create a network supporting cultural growth.
05
Sustainability
Adopting sustainable practices in our events and programmes, raising awareness of environmental responsibility in art and science.
06
Evaluation and improvement
Measuring the impact of our work on the community and using feedback to keep improving our events and education projects.

Team

Board

Riccardo Privitera
President
Violist, with Master's degrees from the “Paganini” Conservatory in Genoa and the Maastricht Conservatory. Associate Principal Viola of the Catania Philharmonic Orchestra and Trinity College London Teacher Ambassador.
Riccardo Privitera
President
Zlatolin Donchev
Vice President
Asmaa Waguih
Secretary
Reuters photojournalist.
Asmaa Waguih
Secretary
Nader Nagui
Treasurer

Team

Filippo La Malfa
Artistic Director
Pianist: piano, keyboards and harmony. One of the founders of the Amadeus Music School.
Filippo La Malfa
Artistic Director
Viviana Tempera
Project Manager
Pianist. One of the founders of the Amadeus Music School.
Viviana Tempera
Project Manager
Sebastiano Accordino
Project Manager
Trumpeter and trumpet teacher at the Amadeus Music School.
Sebastiano Accordino
Project Manager
Ahmed Ezz
Tech Project Manager