Born in Salerno on December 18, 1964. From a young age, he participated in musical festivals and shows as a singer. At the age of 12, he began playing the guitar. Gifted with a strong sense of rhythm, he developed a passion for the drums, later deepening his studies in percussion. Around the age of 17, under the guidance of a master, he perfected his study of modern rhythmic guitar while also gaining experience in radio and clubs as a DJ and speaker.
Born in Salerno on April 26, 1966. At age 6, she began studying the piano, eventually graduating in music in 1989 with a Higher Diploma in Piano from the "G. Martucci" Conservatory in Salerno. Meanwhile, she pursued her passion for singing, and at the age of 10, she performed in her first musical show as a vocalist.
Their meeting in life also marked their official immersion into the world of music.
1987/8
In May 1987, Claudio and Diana began their professional career as part of the supporting musical group for Enzo Ghinazzi, aka PUPO. Claudio played percussion and provided backing vocals, while Diana played keyboards and performed as a vocalist. In September of the same year, they formed the duo "Note Mediterranee," performing together in exclusive clubs.
1990
Claudio and Diana grew rapidly together, leaving "Note Mediterranee" to find a more authentic expression of themselves. In January 1990, they performed for the 78th birthday celebrations of MAESTRO ROBERTO MUROLO, unaware that this experience would soon totally change their vision of music.
1992
In January, they performed at the Grand Hotel Spinale in Madonna di Campiglio (Trento) and later at the Grand Hotel Tamerici e Principe in Montecatini Terme. In the same year, Claudio and Diana launched their first tour in Germany, in Bad Boll. Radio appearances and great success marked a unique experience that would be repeated over the next two years with tours in Schwenningen and Sindelfingen.
1994-1997
During this period, they performed numerous shows in associations, clubs, and private circles, often sharing the stage with RITA FORTE, VITTORIO MARSIGLIA, and FRED BONGUSTO.
1998
Alongside their established Italian repertoire, they embraced a musical genre of which they would soon become great proponents: the Neapolitan classic. The couple found in their roots answers that miles of distance could not provide, beginning studies and research into the original Parthenopean repertoire that still drives them today. Claudio and Diana's "Posteggia Napoletana" quickly succeeded in exporting Neapolitan classics, presented in an extremely refined and sophisticated repertoire, to the most prestigious locations in Italy and abroad.
2005
They released their first official CD of original songs: “Il colore dei sogni” (The Color of Dreams).
2008
To mark their first 20 years of activity, they published a small book titled “Claudio e Diana, la musica nel cuore” (Music in the Heart) to share stories from their public and private lives. It was a moment to remember—between irony and simplicity—the adventures of a career that for them seemed to be just beginning.
2010
Following this publication, Claudio and Diana reached a turning point with new dreams and projects on the horizon. Since 2010, they have been frequent guests on radio and TV, including Rai programs like “Pomeriggio sul 2”, “Bontà Loro” with MAURIZIO COSTANZO, “La vita in diretta”, and “Tg2 Costume e Società”, as well as La7 with PINO STRABIOLI and GIANFRANCO VISSANI.
2011
Their first music video was released for the song “Vedrai vedrai” by LUIGI TENCO, featuring the esteemed pianist JOE AMORUSO, the historical musician of PINO DANIELE.
2012
Another collaboration in September 2012 represented the tip of an iceberg with deep roots in their cultural rediscovery of Neapolitan classics. On September 17, at a press conference in Salerno, Claudio and Diana presented the music video for “Canzone Appassiunata” by E. A. MARIO, enriched by the percussion of MAESTRO TONY ESPOSITO.
2013
In January 2013, they realized a long-held dream: the premiere of the show “Napoli Era Ora” (Naples, It was Time), a journey through tradition and culture from the 16th century to the present day. In June, the “Napoli Era Ora” CD was released, featuring collaborations with prestigious musicians including TONY ESPOSITO, JOE AMORUSO, ALDO VIGORITO, and FRANCESCO CITERA.
2014
In January, they presented the video “Terra mia” (My Land) at the Chamber of Deputies and La Sapienza University. Accompanying Diana on the piano was JOE AMORUSO. In May, they released “A città e Pullecenella”, filmed at the Pulcinella Museum in Acerra. Throughout the year, they were guests at the Ischia Film Festival, the World Music Festival in Castelsardo, and the Suor Orsola Benincasa University.
2015
In April, Claudio and Diana presented their new video “A pizza” in Battipaglia. An homage to local products and territory, the video features MAESTRO MASSIMILIANO ESSOLITO on mandolin and TONY PANICO on sax.
2016
A year full of major events: they were twice guests of MAURIZIO COSTANZO and DARIO SALVATORI on “Swing”, as well as the MAURIZIO COSTANZO SHOW and MICHELE CUCUZZA’S salon. They released “Amaro e o bene”, a video dedicated to ending violence against women. In November, they released “Lu cardillo” featuring the extraordinary collaboration of MAESTRO RINO ZURZOLO.
2017
In March, they became radio hosts for “Ritorno al futuro”, hosting guests like DODI BATTAGLIA, BEPPE VESSICCHIO, LORELLA CUCCARINI, and ENZO GRAGNANIELLO. The music video for “’O surdat ‘nnamurato” was directed by the director DUCCIO FORZANO. They celebrated 30 years of activity with a show in Salerno featuring MARZIA RONCACCI and TONY ESPOSITO. In December, they were guests at the Teatro San Carlo for the event “100 Alberi d’Autore”.
2018
Their biography “Ultimi romantici” (Last Romantics) was published, written by Luigi Coppola with a preface by TONY ESPOSITO. They were officially named ambassadors of Neapolitan classical culture. In August, they were invited by MONSIEUR PIERRE CARDIN to the Teatro San Carlo for the premiere of Dorian Gray.
2019
During the Sanremo Festival, they were guests at Casa Sanremo. In June, they were awarded the International “Princess Sighelgaita” Prize at the Arechi Castle for their artistic achievements.
2020
In February, they were guests at the Italian Embassy in Monaco, hosted by AMBASSADOR CRISTIANO GALLO.
2021
They launched the international tour “Ultimi romantici in the World”, receiving accolades in Brazil and Argentina as Ambassadors of Neapolitan Posteggia. In October, they received the “Premio Eccellenza Italiana” (Italian Excellence Award) in the Vatican State.
2022
They were recognized as “Ambassadors of Peace” in Pesaro and received the “Premio Candelaio” in Nola. They presented their new book “Si…ma il lavoro vero?” (Yes... but your real job?) with a preface by CATENA FIORELLO. They were interviewed on RDS by ANNA PETTINELLI and officially joined the staff of Casa Sanremo.
2023
Guests on Rai Italia and Casa Sanremo, they also appeared with GIGI MARZULLO on Rai Uno. They began the radio show “Era de Maggio” on RDS75. In September, they performed for MARIO BIONDI at the Excelsior Vittoria. In October, they received the International Award for Excellence in Culture in Rome.
2024
Guests on Tg2 Italia Europa, R101, and Uno Mattina on Rai 1. They were honored as “Salernitani DOC” by the PREFECT FRANCESCO ESPOSITO. They appeared on “I fatti vostri” on Rai 2 and performed at the State Archives of Naples.
2025
Guests on Rai 3’s “Eccellenze Italiane” hosted by SIMONA ARRIGONI and guests on Canale 9. They were awarded the International SERGIO CAMELLINI “Italian Excellence” Prize in Modena.
2026
In January, guests on the show Story Time. In February, guests on Rai Radio 1 and Rai Radio 2 with NUNZIA DE GIROLAMO and GIANLUCA SEMPRINI. They appeared with ANDREA DELOGU on “La Porta Magica.” During the Sanremo Festival, they performed at the prestigious Club Tenco and Casa Sanremo.