Oratorio Del Gonfalone: 'Pastor Fido, of nymphs and shepherds I go singing…'

About the Event

Dive into a world of pastoral beauty and timeless melodies at the Oratorio Del Gonfalone. Set in the heart of Rome, the Oratorio del Gonfalone is renowned for its intimate atmosphere and stunning acoustics, making it the perfect venue for this captivating performance. 'Pastor Fido', a classic Italian pastoral drama, weaves a tale of love, betrayal, and reconciliation among nymphs and shepherds. The enchanting music and lyrical storytelling bring this age‐old tale to life, transporting the audience to a bucolic world where nature and emotion intertwine.

Program:
Claudio Monteverdi and other composers of the 16th‐17th centuries: Music Giovan Battista Guarini: Text: Prose reduction of Pastor Fido
A performance‐concert combining narrative and music, inspired by the evening court of the Gonzaga. Giovan Battista Guarini's Pastor Fido, a late 16th‐century pastoral drama, is brought to life through Guarini's narrative voice and performances of madrigals by Monteverdi and contemporaries. The concert includes arias, duets and concerted madrigals, bringing to the stage the stories of nymphs and shepherds in a mythical Arcadia.