Holidays and events in italy. All music festivals in italy

Without a huge number of the most diverse festivals. The inhabitants of the Apennine Peninsula know how to arrange holidays, enjoy life and have fun from the heart. Music, theater, dance, cinematographic, literary festivals ... In a word, for all tastes - both cultural and gastronomic (after all, there are even festivals of first courses or pizza in Italy).

In this part of the story about festivals in Italy, we will touch (only slightly) music festivals. This will help not only to get acquainted with their diversity, but, possibly, will allow planning a visit to some of them.

Sanremo: Italian Song Festival

Every year in late February - early March, a song festival is held at the theater in the city. Many famous performers of the Italian popular song have passed through this festival with a now 60-year history. Over the decades, the rules of the festival have changed, improving, but one thing has remained unchanged: the song proposed for the competition by Italian authors should be played for the first time. The winner of the 2011 festival was Roberto Vecchioni with the song “Call me love again” (Chiamami ancora amore).

Torre del Lago: Festival Puccini

This is the only festival in the world completely dedicated to Giacomo Puccini, which takes place in the town of Torre del Lago (province,), where the composer spent many years of his life. First organized in 1930, this festival now attracts every summer in late July - early August thousands of spectators from all over the world to enjoy such masterpieces as Madame Butterfly, Turandot, Tosca, Manon Lescaut, La Boheme. Puccini's operas are staged on the shores of Lake Massaciuccoli, on the stage of a large open theater with 3370 seats, which is located opposite the house-museum of the composer. The 2011 season will run from July 15 to August 27.

Citta di Castello: Festival delle Nazioni

In late August - early September, a festival takes place in the Umbrian town of Citta di Castello classical music... It was first held in 1968 as a chamber music festival. Since 1972, it has been decided to invite one of the European countries, and he himself acquired its current name "Festival of Nations". Daily concerts of the festival take place in the cozy atmosphere of churches, castles, courtyards, so viewers can not only appreciate the magnificent performance of works by Verdi, Rossini, Liszt, Scarlatti, Bach ... but also enjoy the appropriate atmosphere of the historic city center. This year the festival will run from 23 August to 4 September.

Guests of the "Festival of Nations" 2010 - Yuri Bashmet and Moscow Soloists. Photo flickr.com

Brescia and Bergamo: Festival pianistico internazionale di Brescia e Bergamo

V The Bolshoi Theater Brescia and the Teatro Donizetti Bergamo every year traditionally hosts a festival of classical piano music... This year, the 48th season of the festival opened on May 2 and will run until June 11. Pianists from many countries perform works by Schubert, Schumann, Bach, Shostakovich, Beethoven, Liszt, Tchaikovsky, Mozart and other composers.

: Jazz 11 (Umbria Jazz 11)

The first concert of this music festival took place on 23 August 1973. Since then, every summer this jazz festival has taken place in one of the cities of Umbria. This year, Umbria Jazz will be held from 8 to 17 July in Perugia. The concerts will be held simultaneously at several venues in the city, from noon to late evening. Among the invited distinguished guests this summer - Liza Minnelli, BB King, Carlos Santana, Prince. The festival will also feature numerous charity concerts(on the 4th November square, in the Carducci garden and in the historic center), which can be viewed by everyone free of charge.

One of the concerts of the Umbria Jazz festival. Photo prince.org

: Pescara Jazz Festival

International jazz festival held every year in Pescara (Abruzzo region). In the summer of 1969, it was the first summer jazz festival in Italy. Over time, it has developed into one of the leading European jazz festivals. This year it will be held from 15 to 20 July in open theater"Gabrielle d'Annunzio". Jazz lovers will perform: Cassandra Wilson, The Manhattan Transfer, Return to Forever IV, Cyrus Chestnut TRIO, Jazz of Lincoln Center Orchestra, Lou Reed & Band.

: Torrita Blues Festival

From 23 to 25 June, for the 23rd time, a blues festival will gather its fans in the small medieval town of Torrita di Siena (). This time among the participants - international musicians will be American guitarists Zac Harmon, Alving Younghblood Hart, Rick Estrin & The Nightcats, Gospel Choir, as well as Italian blues performers.

Lecce: Rock Festival "Italia Wave"

The Italia Wave Love Festival is a rock music festival born in 1987 with the original name "Arezzo Wave". In 2007, the name was changed to Italia Wave, and the festival itself was first held not in Arezzo, but in Florence. In the next three years, the venue was another Tuscan city -. This year 2011 the festival will move to (Puglia region) and will last from 14 to 17 July. Among the participants of this season are Kaiser Chiefs (Great Britain), Lou Reed (USA), Paolo Nutini (Great Britain), Jimmy Cliff (Jamaica), Verdena (Italy), Sud Sound System (Italy).

Lou Reed - participant of the "Italia Wave" festival - 2011. Photo: rockinroad.it

Ro: Gods of Metal

It is the largest heavy metal music festival in Italy. It was first held in 1997, and since then the venue has changed every year. This summer, Gods of Metal will take place in the city of Rho, 14 km from Milan, on 22 June. Participants include Judas Priest, Whitesnake, Mr. Big, Europe, Epica and others.

: Independent Days Festival

This is a festival alternative music, which originated in 1999 and brings together musicians and fans of punk, rock and indie styles. Held in the first week of September in Bologna at the Arena Parco Nord. I-Day Festival - 2011 will take place on September 3-4, performances by the bands Arctic Monkeys, Kasabian, White Lies, The Wombats, The Vaccines, The Offspring are expected.

: festival of ethnic music "Folkest"

Folkest is an annual ethno-cultural festival that has been held since 1979 in several communes of the Friuli Venezia Giulia region, as well as in Slovenia and Austria. Its goal is to popularize folk music of all countries, but above all - countries of Eastern Europe... This year, the festival opens on July 1 in Udine, then expands to other cities in the region, and ends on August 1 in Spilimbergo.

: Summer Festival (Lucca Summer Festival)

Since 1998, this music festival every July has hosted groups and individual performers in the ancient squares of Lucca (Tuscany) international scale... This summer, the festival will take place from 1 to 24 July, and its many guests will be able to attend concerts of such celebrities as Zucchero, Liza Minnely, Elton John, Joe Cocker, BB King, Amy Winehouse, James Blunt, Francesco Guccini, Burt Bacarak and Mario Biondi, Enrico Brignano, Arcade Fire, Jamiroquai, Ben Harper.

Liza Minnelli is a guest of the Lucca Summer Festival. Photo mymovies.it

Spoleto: Festival dei Due Mondi

Every year in June-July, Spoleto () hosts international festival music, theater, dance, poetry, films and other areas of art and culture. It was founded in 1958 by the composer Gian Carlo Menotti with the aim of bringing the two cultures closer together: American and European. This festival, combining classics and avant-garde, revolution and conformism, attracts thousands of tourists from all over the world every year. And the natural scenery of the medieval city gives this festival of art special charm... Eduardo de Filippo, Rudolf Nureyev, Ken Russell, Roman Polanski, Luciano Pavarotti and many other celebrities took part in the festival. This year the Spoleto festival awaits its guests from June 24 to July 10.

Festival of the Two Worlds in Spoleto. Photo wordpress.com

Ferrara: Street Festival (Il Ferrara Buskers Festival)

The street art festival in (region) each time attracts thousands of spectators from all over Italy, as well as from other countries. Born in 1987 with an idea to popularize the art of itinerant performers, it is now the world's largest celebration of street dancers and musicians. For several days, the ancient streets and squares of Ferrara are filled with the sound of the most unusual instruments, the most exotic performance, the most incredible costumes. This summer, the street art festival will take place from 19 to 28 August.

Performance by street artists. Photo ansa.it

Italy is the cradle of unique, spectacular and exciting cultural events international scale.
In order to get vivid impressions and unforgettable emotions, there are many opportunities here. The selection of festivals for music lovers, taking place all year round, is especially large and unmatched.
If you walk on the "boot" from north to south, the first will be the "South Tyrol Jazz Festival" (Sudtirol Jazz festival) is a musical event organized in 1982 that brings world-renowned artists to perform on the stages of South Tyrol, moving a little further south to the province of Padova (Padova), namely, to Piazzola sul Brenta ), we enter the Camerini amphitheater, which is the exclusive venue for the Hydrogen Festival. The Langhe region of the Piemonte region hosts the Festival Collisioni and the Liguria region the Goa-Boa Festival, which have been combining commercial music with music in their programs since 1998 for a specific niche audience, inviting Italian and foreign celebrities... Teatro Ariston in Sanremo hosts the Rassegna Canzone d "Autore - Premio Tenco" musical event « flower city”Dedicated to Luigi Tenco.
Lots of musical events also takes place in Emilia Romagna. The Emilia Romagna Festival is a musical show that touches almost all the provinces of the region and offers concerts for different audiences in terms of taste and perception. The I-Day Festival, organized in 1999 in Bologna at the Arena Parco Nord, is attended by fans of alternative music, especially punk, rock and India.
Closer to the center of the country, Pesaro, the birthplace of Gioachino Rossini, hosts the annual Rossini Opera Festival ( Rossini Opera Festival).
The city of Lucca, in the Toscana region, as well as its province, has two different events, none of which are to be missed: this is the Lucca Summer Festival, set in the stunning setting of Piazza Napoleone. For 15 years now, the festival has been transforming this Tuscan town into the capital of the Italian and foreign music... And also the oldest in Italy "Puccini Festival", dedicated to Giacomo Puccini and the small town of Torre del Lago, where the composer lived for over thirty years.
In the heart of Italy, in the Umbria region, the Umbria Jazz festival has been held since 1973. This festival offers a variety of genres and famous names, and the Umbria Jazz Winter events are also very popular, which every year, in December and January, attracts passionate fans of jazz music and and people who are just curious.
No less famous is the Festival dei Due Mondi in Spoleto, a musical event that resonates throughout the world. And again in Umbria, this time in Gubbio, the Gubbio Summer Festival has been held for over twenty years, where internationally renowned musicians meet with young performers.
The Lazio region also offers a wide range of activities. In addition to the numerous proposals of the capital, in the province of Viterbo (Viterbo) for six years in a row, the "Opera Festival in Tuscia" ( Tuscia Operafestival).
In the south of the country, the undisputed king of summer music festivals is still the festival in Ravello, the pearl of the Amalfi coast. Ravello Festival - decoration cultural life in the Campania region, it is true to the tradition of two musical events that distinguishes it from other festivals - the traditional Concerto wagneriano and the wonderful Concerto all'alba.
Roccella Jonica, in the Calabria region, holds major festival jazz music "Roccella Jazz Festival", in the playbill of which world-famous names appear annually.
Teatro Petruzzelli in Bari - venue Jazz festival Bari "(Festival Bari in Jazz) with the participation of the most famous names in world jazz music.
Sicily is home to the Blues & Wine Soul Festival, a major ethno-musical event in Agrigento, which has become the largest ethno-musical event on an international scale. This is the only festival that has been able to create a phenomenal spectacle that combines The best music such genres as blues, soul and gospel.

She is known for her opera singers and works. If you love opera, try to attend at least one performance (buy tickets in advance). The opera season usually lasts from October to April, while in summer there are various outdoor performances.

The best opera houses in Italy and a couple of summer opera festivals:

Teatro alla Scala - Teatro Alla Scala

Address: Piazza Giuseppe Verdi, 10, 43011 Busseto Parma

Teatro Verdi di Pisa

Address: Piazza Beniamino Gigli, 7, 00187 Roma

Buy tickets online (Italian)

Arena di Verona - Arena di Verona

Although not a theater, Verona's amphitheater is a fantastic setting for opera performances. The season starts in June.

Address: Piazza Brà, 1, 37121 Verona

Buy tickets online

Festival Puccini - Festival Pucciniano

This opera festival is held in Torre del Lago Puccini (Torre del Lago Puccini) in Tuscany - the home of the famous opera composer Giacomo Puccini. Festival time: July-August.

Address: Via delle Torbiere, 55049 Viareggio Lucca

Buy tickets online (English, German or Italian)

Sferisterio - Macerata Opera Festival

The Spheriterio Opera Festival is held outdoors in the arena in the town of Macerata in the Marche region. Shows take place in July and August.

Address: Piazza Giuseppe Mazzini, 10, 62100 Macerata

Buy tickets online (English or Italian)

Festivals, carnivals, national and regional holidays take key location in Italian culture. To participate in them means to really feel Italy.

In the new 2017, we wish everyone to fall in love with wonderful Italy, and read the list of the best reasons for traveling below. All the best festivals in Italy 2017 in this post!

1. Carnival in Venice

Every year, on the eve of Lent, a whole series of carnivals takes place in Italy, the most famous of which is, of course. This year it will take place from 11 to 28 February.

During the carnival, performances, historical processions and contests are held daily, the main among which is the competition for the best mask.

2. Carnevale di Viareggio, Tuscany

The city of Viareggio in Tuscany is famous for its no less colorful carnival procession. The procession takes place along the seashore; its main decoration is considered to be huge papier-mâché dolls. Participants traditionally wear costumes and masks. Tourists are also expected to wear a mask!

3. Carnival and "Battle of the Oranges" in Ivrea, Turin

Boasts the most amazing carnival tradition - the Battle of the Oranges! The townspeople themselves participate in the battle, who are divided into teams. Throwing oranges at spectators and tourists is not allowed, but, if desired, anyone can join the team. To participate, he will be given an orange hat, and then he can join the battle! The carnival is held from 11 to 28 February and the battle takes place on the last Sunday, Monday and Tuesday of the carnival.

4. Venice Biennale, 13 May - 26 November

The most famous art festival, the Venice Biennale, is held every two years in Venice. The theme of the 2017 Biennale is “Viva arte viva”, which means “Long live art!”. The Venice Biennale is a unique opportunity to enjoy art and get to know one of the most enchanting cities in Italy at the same time.

5. Feast of Saint Ranieri in Pisa

The holiday begins on June 16, on the eve of St. Ranieri's day, and is associated with an unusual but very beautiful tradition called Luminara. The banks of the Arno River are decorated with lights, and thousands of lanterns are lowered into the water. On June 17, the Regatta di San Ranieri starts - a sailing race in which teams from the city districts participate.

6. June - August: Verona Opera Festival

Arena di Verona is the third largest antique amphitheater, built at the beginning of our era. Every summer the most best concerts- from pop music to jazz and classical. Take care of your tickets in advance!

7. Eurochocolate in Perugia

A week all about chocolate? In Perugia it is possible! Eurochocolate is a famous chocolate festival where you can taste it in the most different types, from chocolate truffles and liqueurs to hot chocolate. Needless to say, here you can buy the most delicious gifts, as well as taste chocolate masterpieces for free!

8. October: Festival of Olive Oil and Harvest in Bari, Puglia

October and November in Italy are dedicated to “harvest” festivals that present the best regional produce. From the truffle festival in Piedmont to the chestnut fair in Tuscany, autumn will delight all gourmets.

One of the popular festivals takes place in the commune of Sannicandro di Bari, in the province of Bari. During the week, locals present the finest regional produce, from olive oil to fresh focaccia rolls. The festival is accompanied by culinary courses and tastings. Local residents have been honoring this tradition for more than 30 years, and it will give tourists an unforgettable experience!

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Many tourists, when planning their trip to Italy, take into account the upcoming festivals and concerts in the country, which could be dropped by. The land of wine and sun regularly holds such events, year after year attracting not only local residents, but also connoisseurs of music coming from all over the world. We prepared ten most famous and in our opinion interesting music festivals in Italy.

This festival - real find as for young talents and music professionals. Numerous concerts are held at different venues, both open and closed. A surprising feature of Stresa is the choice of venues for outdoor performances, such as a church, garden, castle and theater. By the way, in 2014 the festival runs until September 6th.

• Dates 2015: September (dates to be confirmed) - Find a hotel in Stresa
• Official website of the festival: www.stresafestival.eu

Opera Festival in Verona (Verona Opera)

One of the most ambitious events that take place in, by the way, the third largest in Italy. This place has repeatedly become a stage for large-scale performances. Every September, this festival is attended not only by residents of Italy, but also from many other countries.

• Dates in 2015: from June 19 to September 3
• Festival official website: www.arena.it

Festival di Puccini in Tuscany

Giacomo Puccini is a renowned Italian composer who is world renowned for a number of his outstanding operas. He once lived near the lake in the huge villa "Torre del Lago". Nowadays, a festival named after the composer is held near this very place.

• Dates 2015: July 24 to August 29 - Find a hotel in Torre del Lago Puccini
• Festival official website: www.puccinifestival.it

Rome Opera House (Teatro dell'opera)

Numerous performances by opera stars take place in one of the ancient sites cities - in (Terme di Caracalla), which cannot but create a special atmosphere.

• Dates in 2014: September 25th to October 31st - Find a Hotel in Rome
• Festival official website: www.operaroma.it

Umbria Jazz Festival

This colorful festival, which takes place annually in Perugia, is one of the most famous in Italy. He attracts the attention of the stars of the popular musical direction who are happy to come to give a couple of concerts as part of the festival in Umbria. Often, the general fun pours out of the stage onto the streets of the city, forcing everyone to dance jazz.

• Dates 2015: July ( exact dates to be specified)
• The official website of the festival: www.umbriajazz.com

Ravello Concert Society

The Ravello Classical Music Festival annually invites all connoisseurs of this genre. Concerts take place on several stages indoors and outdoors, from where everyone can enjoy stunning scenery in addition to beautiful melodies.

• Dates in 2015: from April 3 to October 30 -
• The official website of the festival: www.ravelloarts.org

Pesaro Rossini Festival

Gioacchino Antonio Rossini Opera Festival dedicated to memory great and talented Italian composer is one of the most significant and popular not only in Italy, but all over the world. Not only creations are often heard here contemporary composers, but also the familiar notes of the masters of the past.

• Dates in 2015: August (exact dates to be confirmed) -
• Official website of the festival: www.rossinioperafestival.it

Festival in Florence "Musical May" (Maggio Musicale Fiorentino)

The founder of this festival is considered to be Vittorio Gui, who wanted to once again draw public attention to the forgotten masterpieces. operatic art... It should be noted that this particular Italian festival attracts the most a large number of visitors from other countries.

• Dates in 2014-2015: according to the schedule of concerts on the site -