Conservatorio students perform 'Affetti Sacri' concert in Santa Maria Maddalena

Students from the Conservatorio performed the 'Affetti Sacri' concert at Santa Maria Maddalena, exploring religious vocal and instrumental music from the 17th and 18th centuries. The program highlighted the diverse styles of the Baroque and Classical eras, translating deep human emotions such as devotion, grief, joy, and contemplation into music.

The performance featured students from the historical singing class led by Silvia Frigato, the organ and harpsichord class led by Giovanna Fornari, and the violin course led by Edoardo Zosi, with Alexandra Filatova serving as the piano accompanist.

Repertoire included works by Johann Sebastian Bach, such as the Cantata 'Ich habe genug, BWV 82', and Vivaldi’s 'Laudamus te'. The concert also featured compositions by Pergolesi, Haydn, Buxtehude, Zipoli, and Handel, showcasing a range of musical textures from mystical solo violin to majestic organ pieces.