Fanny Mendelssohn Festival Returns to Graphics Museum
- PISA, Italy – The Fanny Mendelssohn International Festival is set to commence its twelfth edition on Friday, May 9, at the Graphics Museum in Palazzo Lanfranchi, Pisa.
- The festival, known for its consistently sold-out concerts, is supported by the Tuscany Region, the Province of Pisa, and the Municipalities of Pisa, San Giuliano Terme, and Cascina.
- This year's concert will showcase flutist Tommaso Benciolini and guitarist Lorenzo Bernardi.
Fanny Mendelssohn International festival Returns to Pisa
PISA, Italy – The Fanny Mendelssohn International Festival is set to commence its twelfth edition on Friday, May 9, at the Graphics Museum in Palazzo Lanfranchi, Pisa. The University Museum System of the University of Pisa is hosting the event.
The festival, known for its consistently sold-out concerts, is supported by the Tuscany Region, the Province of Pisa, and the Municipalities of Pisa, San Giuliano Terme, and Cascina. Collaborations include Adsi – Association of Italian Historical Houses,Tuscany Section. Funding is provided by the Pisa Foundation and Unicoop Firenze – Valdisechio Versilia shareholders section.
Featured Performers: Benciolini and Bernardi
This year’s concert will showcase flutist Tommaso Benciolini and guitarist Lorenzo Bernardi.
Tommaso Benciolini: International Acclaim
Benciolini, an international concert artist, has performed in prestigious venues worldwide, including Tokyo’s Suntory Hall, the Philharmonie in Berlin, and Carnegie Hall in New York. He has collaborated with orchestras such as the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra and the Berliner Symphoniker.
In 2021, Sony Classical released Benciolini’s album dedicated to Antonio Vivaldi, featuring the Chamber Orchestra The Enthusiast. The album received positive reviews and airplay on Rai, Swiss National Radio, NHK, and classical Radio.
Lorenzo Bernardi: A Versatile Guitarist
Bernardi graduated from the FA Bonporti Conservatory in Trento and continued his studies with Emanuele Buono at the Luigi Canepa Conservatory of Sassari. He also studied at the Manuel Castillo Conservatory of Seville through a European Union scholarship.
Bernardi performs as a soloist and in chamber ensembles across Europe, South america, America, asia, and Australia. He has collaborated with artists such as guitarist Thu Le and mandolinist Carlo Aonzo.
In 2019, Bernardi released the album “Agustín Barrios Mangoré – at the Estilo Antiguo” for the Davinci label. He also recorded “Two Italians in Vienna” with violinist saverio Gabrielli,featuring music by Mauro Giuliani,Niccolò Paganini,and a world premiere recording of Louis Spohr’s grand duo.
Musical Program
The evening’s program will feature works by Rossini, Castelnuovo-Tedesco, and Piazzolla, creating a dialog between flute and guitar.
Additional Activities
Starting at 8 p.m., attendees can participate in a guided tour of the exhibition “Pass the Giro. Images and stories of bicycles,” which explores the history of bicycles through prints, drawings, photographs, and historical posters.
Following the concert, attendees are invited to a reception with refreshments provided by the Zanobini pastry shop.
Ticket Data
For information and tickets, contact the Fanny Mendelssohn musical association:
- Phone: +39 347 6371189 / +39 347 8509620
- email: associazionefanny@gmail.com
- Website: www.fannnyondelssohn.eu
fanny Mendelssohn International Festival in Pisa: Your Questions Answered
Are you interested in classical music? Planning a trip to Pisa? Curious about teh Fanny Mendelssohn International Festival? This Q&A-style guide provides everything you need to know, drawn directly from the event facts.
What is the Fanny Mendelssohn International Festival?
The Fanny Mendelssohn International Festival is a classical music festival held annually in Pisa, Italy. This year marks its twelfth edition.
Where and when is the festival taking place?
the twelfth edition of the festival will commence on Friday, May 9, at the Graphics Museum in Palazzo Lanfranchi, Pisa.
Who is hosting the festival?
The event is hosted by the University Museum System of the University of Pisa.
Who are the featured performers this year?
This year’s concert will showcase:
Tommaso Benciolini: Flutist
Lorenzo Bernardi: Guitarist
Who is Tommaso Benciolini?
Tommaso Benciolini is an international concert artist. He has performed in prestigious venues around the world like:
Tokyo’s Suntory Hall
The Philharmonie in Berlin
Carnegie Hall in New York
He has collaborated with prominent orchestras such as the Tokyo Philharmonic orchestra and the Berliner Symphoniker. In 2021, Sony Classical released his album dedicated to Antonio Vivaldi, featuring the chamber Orchestra The Enthusiast.
what about Lorenzo Bernardi?
Lorenzo Bernardi is a versatile guitarist. He holds degrees from the FA Bonporti Conservatory in Trento and the Luigi Canepa Conservatory of Sassari. He also studied at the Manuel Castillo Conservatory of Seville through a European Union scholarship. Bernardi performs as a soloist and in chamber ensembles internationally.
What kind of music will be performed at the festival?
The program will feature works by:
Rossini
Castelnuovo-Tedesco
Piazzolla
The performances will create a dialog between the flute (Benciolini) and the guitar (Bernardi).
Are there any additional activities besides the concert?
Yes! Attendees can participate in a guided tour of the exhibition ”Pass the Giro. Images and stories of bicycles,” starting at 8 p.m. The exhibition explores the history of bicycles through:
Prints
Drawings
Photographs
Historical posters
Following the concert, there will be a reception including refreshments, provided by the Zanobini pastry shop.
Who supports the fanny Mendelssohn International Festival?
The festival is supported by:
The Tuscany Region
The Province of Pisa
The Municipalities of Pisa, San Giuliano Terme, and Cascina
it also has collaborations with the Adsi – Association of Italian historical Houses, Tuscany Section. Funding is provided by the Pisa Foundation and Unicoop Firenze – Valdisechio Versilia shareholders section.
How can I get tickets and more information about the festival?
For information and tickets, contact the Fanny Mendelssohn musical association.
Here is the contact information:
Phone: +39 347 6371189 / +39 347 8509620
Email: associazionefanny@gmail.com
Website: www.fannnyondelssohn.eu