On March 23, 2025, in collaboration with the musical association Musikàmera, the Ensemble 400 will perform a special concert in the Sale Apollinee of La Fenice Opera House, honoring the 700th anniversary of Francesco Landini’s birth. This unique program pays tribute to one of the most celebrated composers of the Trecento and explores the rich tapestry of medieval music.
The concert features works by Francesco Landini, a master of the Italian Ars Nova, such as Here is Spring, Adiu adiu, The blond tresses, and This girl love, alongside stirring medieval compositions by other iconic figures:
- Magister Zacharias: Hunting to taste
- Bernard of Cluny: Apollinis eclipsatur, Zodiacum signis, In Omnem Terram
- Antonello da Caserta: Par maintes foys
- Magister Antonio Zachara da Teramo: Ciaramella me dolce ciaramella
- Anonymous gems like Quan ye Voy and Tristan’s Lament
Ensemble 400 is renowned for their vibrant interpretations of early music, featuring a flexible lineup led by Marcello Serafini, Giuliano Lucini, and Maria Notarianni, complemented by the evocative voice of Vera Marenco. For this performance, the ensemble will adapt to the repertoire with up to seven musicians, ensuring a historically informed yet artistically innovative experience.
This concert offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of medieval Europe, celebrating the poetic and musical genius of Francesco Landini and his contemporaries. Don’t miss this extraordinary event!
Website: www.teatrolafenice.it
Location: La Fenice Opera House, Venice
Schedule: March 23, 2025
