The New Year's Concert of the Lorenzo Rinaldi Orchestra, an eagerly awaited and auspicious event, returns to Giffoni Valle Piana. Scheduled for Friday, January 3 at 18:30 p.m., the event will take place in the Sala Truffaut of the Cittadella del Cinema and is free to enter until seats are taken. The evening will be hosted by journalist Antonella Petitti.
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A Traditional Musical Appointment
For 28 years, the town of Monti Picentini has greeted the new year with a musical journey that ranges from the great classics to the film soundtracks that have marked history. The repertoire includes Waltz No. 2 by Dmitri Shostakovich, also known as the theme song of the Giffoni Film Festival, for which Lorenzo Rinaldi is the official orchestra.
The Importance of Musical Culture
According to the president of the Musical Association Complesso Strumentale Lorenzo Rinaldi, Carlo Sica, music is a universal tool for communication and expression. The Scuola Musicale Bandistica named after Francesco Ciaglia has seen significant growth, establishing itself as a point of reference for training in the Picentini area. Honorary president Tommaso Cuomo emphasizes how the concert represents an opportunity to show the public the progress of the students of the music school, attracting not only the local community but also many enthusiasts.
The Concert Program
The concert will be conducted by maestro Francesco Guida and will include works such as “Cuore Abruzzese” by G. Orsomando, “Valzer Brillante” by G. Verdi, “Nessun dorma” by G. Puccini, and “What A Wonderful World” by L. Armstrong, among other famous compositions.
The Musical Association Instrumental Ensemble “Lorenzo Rinaldi”
Founded in 1988, the association is a pillar of the Italian band tradition and the official orchestra of the Giffoni Film Festival. The artistic direction is entrusted to young maestros graduated from the Conservatory of Salerno. Registered with RUNTS, the association is involved in numerous cultural projects and tours abroad, promoting musical education through collaborations with local institutions.
Article published on 2 January 2025 - 13:14
