The spotlight shines on the Teatro Grandinetti for an event that marks the heart of Calabrian culture: the inaugural concert of the 2025-2026 Academic Year for the “P.I. Tchaikovsky” State Conservatory of Music. This event is not merely a formal ceremony, but an artistic manifesto featuring international stars and local excellence.
Under the leadership of the Conservatory Director, Dr. M° Valentina Currenti, and President Dr. Colombo Carello, the evening promises a high-profile program. On stage, the Orchestra Filarmonica della Calabria, conducted by M° Cettina Nicolosi, will accompany the renowned pianist Shiran Wang, whose refined touch is highly anticipated. Completing the impressive ensemble are the voices of the Coro Universitario della Magna Graecia, prepared by Choir Master Luigi Vincenzo.
At the center of this artistic rebirth stands a pivotal figure for the institution: Maestro Francesco Fortunato. A composer, professor, and the pride of the Conservatory, Fortunato represents the unbreakable bond between academic tradition and contemporary creativity.
He is the mind behind the Conservatory’s Anthem, a work that transcends a simple score to become a symbol of identity for generations of musicians. In every note of his anthem, one can perceive the rigor of his training and his passion for an institution that saw him grow and now counts him among its most esteemed faculty members. His ability to translate the values of the “Tchaikovsky” into a universal language gives this inaugural concert a profound meaning: it celebrates not only the start of classes but the sense of belonging to a vibrant artistic community.
Tomorrow’s concert at 6:30 PM is more than just an event for specialists; it is a gift to the city of Lamezia Terme. In a historical moment where high-level musical education is fundamental for social growth, the Tchaikovsky Conservatory reaffirms its mission: to train talents who, like Maestro Fortunato, are capable of writing the melodies of the future.
