From Sunday, December 29, 2024, to January 1, 2025, the historic La Fenice Opera House will host its New Year’s Eve Concerts, a beloved tradition that combines world-class music with festive elegance. Under the baton of esteemed conductor Daniel Harding, and with Alfonso Caiani as Chorus Master, the event features the exceptional Orchestra and Chorus of Teatro La Fenice. Joining the performances are two celebrated soloists: soprano Mariangela Sicilia and tenor Francesco Demuro.
The highlight of the series, the New Year’s Day Concert on Wednesday, January 1, 2025, will be broadcast live at 12:20 PM on Rai 1, bringing the magic of La Fenice to homes across Italy and beyond.
The rich program includes timeless masterpieces such as Beethoven’s powerful Symphony No. 5, Rossini’s lively Symphony from The Thieving Magpie, and beloved operatic arias like Puccini’s “Nessun dorma” from Turandot and Verdi’s “Libiam ne’ felici calici” from La Traviata. The program also features orchestral gems like Bizet’s Farandole from L’Arlésienne and Verdi’s stirring “Va, pensiero” from Nabucco.
This dazzling blend of symphonic brilliance, operatic passion, and festive cheer creates the perfect way to celebrate the New Year. Whether you attend in person or tune in to the broadcast, don’t miss this extraordinary musical journey to welcome 2025 and be part of this unforgettable celebration!
Website: www.teatrolafenice.it
Location: La Fenice Opera House, Venice
Schedule: December 29, 2024 – January 1, 2025
