The 12th edition of the Bellagio and Lake Como Festival brings a rich programme of concerts to the historic villas and prestigious venues of the Lake Como area. Since 2011, the Festival has been entertaining audiences with unforgettable musical evenings in some of the region’s most beautiful settings.
The connection between music and local heritage has become a key element of the Festival. Following the pandemic, the organisers have worked to bring new energy to an area renowned for its quality of life, cultural heritage, natural beauty and unique atmosphere.
Organised by the TEMA Musical Association and the Municipality of Bellagio, the Festival celebrates the legacy of important figures who have contributed to Italy’s artistic heritage and international cultural scene.
In addition to concerts, the Association promotes educational activities throughout the Festival, including music courses and advanced masterclasses.
In 2023, the Festival will take place from June 23 to August 11.
Bellagio and Lake Como Festival 2023 Programme
Friday, June 23, at 9:00 PM – Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni, Bellagio: Monika Lukacs, soprano.
Saturday, June 24, at 9:00 PM – Ghisallo Museum, Como: Luca Avanzi, oboe.
Sunday, June 25, at 5:30 PM – Church of Sant’Abbondio, Como: Luca Avanzi, oboe.
Friday, June 30, at 9:00 PM – Villa Manzoni, Lecco: another performance by Luca Avanzi on the oboe.
Saturday, July 1, at 9:00 PM – Basilica of San Giacomo, Bellagio: Lorna Windsor, soprano.
Sunday, July 2, at 5:30 PM – Church of Saints Cosmas and Damian, Rezzago (Como): another performance by Lorna Windsor, soprano.
Friday, July 7, at 9:00 PM – Church of Saints Materno and Ambrogio, Bellagio: Birgit Nolte, flute.
Saturday, July 8, at 5:30 PM – Como Civic Art Gallery: Birgit Nolte, flute.
Sunday, July 9 – Church of Santo Stefano, Menaggio (Como): another performance by Birgit Nolte.
Wednesday, July 12, at 9:00 PM – Villa Lario Park, Mandello del Lario: Ilaria Torciani, soprano, and Luciano Grassi, tenor.
Friday, July 14, at 9:00 PM – Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni, Bellagio: Fabrizio Paoletti, saxophone.
Saturday, July 15, at 5:30 PM – Como Civic Art Gallery: another performance by Fabrizio Paoletti.
Sunday, July 16 – Piazzale Martiri delle Foibe, Menaggio: Gaetano Di Bacco, saxophone.
Wednesday, July 19, at 9:00 PM – Licinium Open-Air Theatre, Erba (Como): Monika Lukacs, soprano.
Thursday, July 20, at 9:00 PM – Church of San Giovanni, Bellagio: Roberto Mazzoni and Aureliano Battarra, who will also perform on Saturday, July 22, at 5:30 PM, at the Como Civic Art Gallery.
Thursday, July 27, at 9:00 PM – Church of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Bellagio: Edita Randova, mezzo-soprano, and Alessandro Mauriello, cello.
Friday, July 28, at 9:00 PM – Villa Camozzi, Grandola ed Uniti (Como): another performance by Alessandro Mauriello and Edita Randova.
Saturday, July 29, at 9:00 PM – Church of San Giorgio, Varenna: Piercarlo Sacco on violin and Luca Maggioni on viola.
Sunday, July 30 – Church of the Conversion of Saint Paul, Zelbio (Como): a performance by Ilaria Torciani and Luciano Grassi.
Wednesday, August 9 – Church of Saints Vito and Modesto, Civate (Lecco): Roberto Mazzoni and Aureliano Battarra.
Thursday, August 10 – Piazza Mazzini, Bellagio: a special concert celebrating Europe, performed by the Bellagio and Lake Como Orchestra.
The Festival will conclude with “The Barber of Seville“, performed by the soloists and choir of the Bellagio and Lake Como Orchestra, under the direction of Fabio Buoncore.
How to Attend the Bellagio and Lake Como Festival
To attend the concerts, tickets must be purchased through the official Festival website.
Information and Contacts
For the latest information and updates about the Festival, visit the official Bellagio Festival Facebook page.
Cover image: Bellagio Festival Facebook.
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