Artistic Directors, Brian Kittredge, and Larry Bach, invite you to join esteemed Composer-in-Residence and conductor, Michael Trotta in Florence, Italy in June 2024. In a gala performance featuring Trotta’s a cappella works, along with his “Te Deum” and “Requiem”, accompanied by orchestra, this total immersion experience of Trotta’s music will challenge and engage the hearts and minds of every participant and create profound memories to last a lifetime.
Florence, Italy
Florence’s museums, palaces, and churches house some of the greatest artistic treasures in the world. The most popular and important sites in Florence includes the Cathedral, the Baptistery, the Uffizi, the Bargello, and the Accademia. The churches of Santa Maria Novella and Santa Croce are veritable art galleries, and the library of San Lorenzo is a magnificent exhibition of Michelangelo’s architectural genius. Wander some of the oldest streets in the city until you reach the Arno River, cross the Ponte Vecchio, and experience the “newest” area of Florence, the Oltrarno. When you grow weary of museums and monuments, head outdoors. Spend a day at the Boboli Gardens or climb the hill to the church of San Miniato al Monte to experience an enchanting view of Florence.
June 6-10, 2024
Florence Choral Festival
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 – Thursday, June 6, 2024 – Departure USA
The journey to Italy begins by boarding an international flight to Florence.
Day 2 – Friday, June 7, 2024 – Arrival Florence
Upon arrival take a panoramic tour of Florence, time permitting. Dinner and overnight in Florence.
Day 3 – Saturday, June 8, 2024 – Florence Rehearsals & Sightseeing
Morning rehearsal followed by a guided sightseeing tour of Florence with guided visits to the Accademia and the Duomo. In the late afternoon you will have another rehearsal. Dinner on your own and overnight in Florence.
Day 4 – Sunday, June 9, 2024 – Gala Concert
Morning at leisure with an opportunity to explore Florence on your own. In the afternoon you will have a dress rehearsal with orchestra. Dinner followed by Gala concert at a historic church venue in Florence. Overnight in Florence.
Day 5 – Monday, June 10, 2024 – Depart Florence / Start Post Festival Tour Programs
Morning transfer to Florence airport for your return flight to the USA or start your post festival tour program.
Pre/Post Festival Tour Programs
Optional pre- and post-tours for groups of 20 and more passengers are available including additional individual performance opportunities for balanced ensembles. All of PI’s pre/ post tours are fully customized to each choir’s specific needs. Following are some examples:
Tour B – Extension to Rome
This program includes an extension to Rome, with visits to the Iconic Coliseum, and the Vatican Museums & St. Peter’s Basilica. Individual concert performance opportunities are available in Rome.
Tour C – Extension to Venice
Travel to Venice, stopping in Pisa on the way. Visits in Venice include St. Mark’s Cathedral, and The Doges Palace. Individual concert performance opportunities are available in Venice.
