Sergio Rendine’s Symphonies Nos. 1 and 2 ‘Andorrana’ both owe their existence to the encouragement of conductor Marzio Conti who, as an admirer and frequent performer of the Italian composer’s music, persuaded him to broach this traditional orchestral form. The First Symphony was commissioned by the Orchestra Sinfonica di San Remo, while the Second Symphony was commissioned by the State Government of Andorra for ONCA, the National State Classical Orchestra, as a musical work representing the Principality’s natural environment, culture and traditions.