Director of the “A. Toscanini” Conservatory in Ribera, Mariangela Longo stands out for her efforts in promoting art music in Sicily’s inland areas and for her strong commitment to internationalizing educational offerings. A professor of Theory and Musical Analysis, she has conducted research on 20th-century compositional models and published digital teaching materials for theoretical-practical instruction. A firm believer in technology as a tool for cultural democratization, she has spearheaded the introduction of assisted composition labs and collaborative digital environments for students and teachers. In MUSIC4D, she coordinates the interface between rural areas and high-innovation educational platforms, reinforcing the role of small conservatories in national and European networks.