Orchestra della Toscana – Diego Ceretta & Kevin Spagnolo

About the Event

Italian atmospheres, classical brilliance, and romantic virtuosity converge in a captivating concert led by Diego Ceretta, the principal conductor of the ORT. This musical journey intertwines the works of four 19th‐century composers, crafting a dialogue of reflections between northern and southern Europe. The evening opens with Robert Schumann's 'Overture, Scherzo and Finale, Op. 52,' a spirited work marked by symphonic momentum, where each movement boasts its own unique character while contributing to an organic whole.

At the center of the program is Carl Maria von Weber's 'Concerto No. 2 in E‐flat Major for Clarinet and Orchestra, Op. 74,' epitomizing German instrumental romanticism: theatrical, brilliant, and filled with melodic flourishes and acrobatic passages. The piece is brought to life by Kevin Spagnolo, an acclaimed clarinetist on the world stage, celebrated for winning the Geneva competition and praised for his fluid technique and captivating musicality.

The program also includes Franz Schubert's Italian‐style Overture, a lively piece honoring opera buffa, alongside Felix Mendelssohn’s 'Italian' Symphony, inspired by his famed journey to Italy: bursting with sunlight, agility, rhythm, and vibrant color.