Conservatorio di Como announces four finalists for new name

The Conservatorio di Como has announced four finalists for its new official name, inviting the general public to participate in the selection process. Following a preliminary review of approximately seventy proposals from the academic community, the four candidates are: “Giuseppe Verdi”, “Luciano Berio”, “Franz Liszt”, and “Conservatorio di Como”.

Each option represents a different institutional vision. The “Giuseppe Verdi” proposal maintains the historical connection to artistic excellence, while “Luciano Berio” emphasizes contemporary research and musical experimentation. The “Franz Liszt” option offers a European perspective rooted in Romanticism, and the “Conservatorio di Como” name focuses on simplicity and direct association with the city.

Voting is open to the public via the Conservatory’s official website until October 31. The winning name will be officially announced during an inaugural concert on November 8 at Palazzo Terragni.