The Orchestra Sinfonica 131 della Basilicata is set to perform a program titled “Europa e America a confronto” at the Teatro Stabile in Potenza. The concert, scheduled for Monday, July 13, 2026, at 8:00 p.m., will be conducted by Maestro Massimo Testa. The performance features works by E. Aguiar, G. Holst, and Leo Brouwer, including a rare presentation of Brouwer’s The Book of the Signs, a double concerto for two guitars and orchestra.
Program Details and Artistic Direction
Under the direction of Maestro Massimo Testa, the Orchestra Sinfonica 131 della Basilicata will explore the musical dialogue between European and American traditions. The repertoire centers on Leo Brouwer’s The Book of the Signs, a significant work for two guitars and orchestra. This composition is noted for its technical demands and is rarely performed in Italy or internationally. Joining the orchestra for the performance are soloists Giovanni Masi and Vincenzo Caiafa, who will provide the guitar instrumentation for the concerto.
Venue and Logistics
The concert will take place at the Teatro Stabile di Potenza, a primary cultural venue in the Basilicata region. The event is scheduled to begin at 8:00 p.m. on July 13, 2026.
About the Featured Composers
The Book of the Signs is a prominent example of his orchestral writing. E. Aguiar: The program includes selections from the composer, contributing to the thematic contrast between the two continents.
Key Information Summary
| Event | Europa e America a confronto |
|---|---|
| Date | July 13, 2026 |
| Time | 8:00 p.m. |
| Location | Teatro Stabile di Potenza |
| Conductor | Massimo Testa |
By including Brouwer’s double concerto, the ensemble provides an opportunity for regional audiences to experience a piece that is seldom staged in global concert halls.
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