The 73rd edition of the Ravello Festival, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Amalfi Coast, promises to be a celebration of musical excellence from July 6 to August 25, 2025. This year's lineup features an array of world-renowned orchestras and soloists, including the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia, and the Filarmonica della Scala. Under the artistic direction of Lucio Gregoretti, the festival aims to honor the rich tradition of one of Italy's oldest music festivals, offering audiences an unforgettable experience amidst the historic gardens of Villa Rufolo.
Opening the festival on July 6 is Jérémie Rhorer and his orchestra Le Cercle de l'Harmonie, presenting an exclusive performance for Italy. The program includes Wagner's prelude from Parsifal and the overture from Tannhäuser, followed by Hector Berlioz's Symphonie fantastique. This selection pays homage to Berlioz, a composer deeply connected to Ravello, and celebrates the spirit of French Romanticism.
Highlights of the festival include the return of the beloved Uniting Voices Chicago, a renowned American children's choir, on July 11. The following weekend features two orchestras and conductors of international fame: the Orchestra dell'Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia with its new musical director Daniel Harding on July 12, and the Mahler Chamber Orchestra with piano superstar Yuja Wang on July 13. These performances underscore the festival's commitment to showcasing diverse musical styles and fostering cultural exchange.
With 15 concerts scheduled, the Ravello Festival 2025 is poised to be a landmark event in the international music calendar. Supported by the Campania Region and organized by the Ravello Foundation, the festival continues to blend the beauty of its setting with the highest standards of musical artistry. As Alessio Vlad, president of the Foundation, notes, the goal is to ensure a level of quality that honors both the location and the festival's storied tradition, offering a beacon of cultural harmony in challenging times.
Italian financial police in Catanzaro have executed a definitive confiscation order for assets valued at over €1.6 million from an individual connected to the Accorinti crime clan of Briatico. The seizure includes a land parcel with an overlying building and ownership shares in a local...
Rimini has achieved a historic milestone by entering the top ten of Italy's most environmentally sustainable cities for the first time, securing eighth place in the 32nd edition of the Urban Ecosystem report by Legambiente and Ambiente Italia, published by Il Sole 24 Ore. The Romagna capital...
Significant advances in the treatment of triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), one of the most aggressive forms of breast cancer, were highlighted at the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) congress. New data from Phase 3 clinical trials demonstrate that antibody-drug conjugates...
Angelina Jolie made a striking appearance at the Festa del Cinema di Roma, walking the red carpet for the premiere of her new film 'Couture,' which she both stars in and co-produces. The actress chose a dramatic black backless gown that showcased her extensive back tattoos, including a...
Archaeological research at the ancient Roman city of Pompei has revealed new evidence suggesting elite residents constructed private towers as symbols of power and wealth before the city's destruction in 79 AD. A collaborative study between the Pompei Archaeological Park and Berlin's Humboldt...
