Franco Mussida

The Profile

Italian guitarist and composer, founding member of Premiata Forneria Marconi (PFM). His solo work includes Racconti della tenda rossa (1991), blending jazz and world elements.

Founding member and longtime guitarist of PFM; founder of the CPM Music Institute (Milan, 1984); active as solo artist, educator and composer.

One review praises Mussida’s 1991 solo album Racconti della tenda rossa, highlighting its world‑jazz blend, rich instrumentation (flutes, tabla, winds) and serene, melodic atmosphere. Tracks like Voci, Orizzonti del Cuore, Radici di Terra and Caffè Concerto are noted. Publicly known: Mussida is an Italian guitarist and founding member of PFM.