Siena: intimate Opera concert and tour in Piazza del Campo

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Step back in time and experience the magic of 17th-century Italian opera in the breathtaking setting of Palazzo Chigi Zondadari, one of Siena's most prestigious historical venues, immersing yourself in the opulent world of Baroque music and art. As you explore the exquisitely preserved rooms of this Roman-Baroque masterpiece, expert guides will unveil the rich history and artistic treasures of the palace. Moving from chamber to chamber, you'll be treated to intimate live performances featuring a talented soprano accompanied by the baroque guitar, an authentic period instrument, performing a curated selection of works by renowned composers such as Monteverdi and Frescobaldi. The evening culminates in a special concert held in the grand ballroom, where you'll have the opportunity to raise a toast with the artists, savoring a glass of exquisite wine from the Chigi Zondadari family's cellars. Don't miss your opportunity for an evening to relive and make history!

 

The ticket includes:

- Private and exclusive entrance to the Palazzo Chigi Zondadari

- Guided tour (english) of the palace 

- Opera music played in the halls of the Palace with the original instruments of the period 

- Ensemble: soprano, baroque guitar

- Final concert performed in the Sala da ballo (the great Ballroom)

- A glass of wine for the final toast with the artists

- Musical presentation (english)

Program and cast

Admission time: 14:30

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Palazzo Chigi Zondadari

IN THE CITY CENTER, A NEW SPACE TO PROMOTE ART AND CULTURE

With its numerous activities Palazzo Chigi Zondadari desires to honor its history and the hosting city’s, since time immemorial cradle of art, culture, events and traditions of unique and inimitable charm.

The Palazzo is found in the heart of Siena, facing the splendid Piazza del Campo. Getting to Palazzo Chigi Zondadari walking along the main roads of the city means traveling in reverse through history reaching medieval times, times when Siena shone in Europe.

 

Siena has always been a city of art, culture and traditions; its symbolic places being a glaring example, such as the Duomo, Palazzo Pubblico, or the Sienese painting school which bloomed between 1200 and 1300 producing absolute masterpieces thanks to the mastery of artists the likes of Duccio of Boninsegna, Simone Martini or Ambrogio Lorenzetti. Culture has found in Siena University a landmark for the training of generations of young artists starting 1240, whilst Piazza del Campo has been welcoming the incredible Palio performance for centuries, one of the most fascinating and exciting events in the world.

 

Through centuries of history the Palazzo has been a testament to the growth of this artistic, cultural heritage, and today aspires to be its protagonist more than ever, a building located in the center of the city, in turn becoming center of impetus and cultural experiences conceived to make Siena even more beautiful and precious.

 

BUILDING

A structure shouldering three centuries of history reclaiming its role as a protagonist of the city’s social life, able to form connections and meaningful experiences, between the past, the immediate, and the future.

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