Experience the thirteenth edition of the Errichetta Festival from December 12th to 15th in Rome. This vibrant celebration of traditional music brings together musicians from around the world for four nights of music, dance, and informative seminars for musicians.
The festival, conceived and directed by the musicians of Errichetta Underground and produced by Officina delle Culture aps, is funded by the Fnsv of the Italian Ministry of Culture. This year, it is also supported by Ismeo – International Association of Studies on the Mediterranean and the Orient, the Polish Institute in Rome, the City of Riofreddo, the Città dell’Utopia, and the Georgian Embassy to the Holy See. The concerts will be held at the Teatro Garbatella in Rome from December 12th to 14th, and at the Chiesa di San Nicola in Riofreddo on Sunday, December 15th, with seminars on December 13th and 14th at the Città dell’Utopia.
Embracing tradition and innovation, the artistic project of the Errichetta Festival offers reimaginations of folk music to present original creations based on traditional sounds, instruments, and dances, fostering cultural exchanges. This year’s music and songs come from Georgia, Macedonia, Moldova, Poland, France, and Portugal, alongside the Roman tradition.
The Ensemble Borjomi, with performances on December 13th and 14th, will enchant audiences with the ancient art of Georgian polyphonic singing, recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. They will present two programs over two days, exploring the repertoire of various Georgian regions and showcasing vocal techniques and ancient polyphonic arrangements. An experience that combines ancestral revival with futuristic brilliance.
Renowned accordionist Jaros?aw Bester will present “Bester Plays Zorn” in an Italian premiere at this year’s festival, showcasing his innovative fusion of klezmer, jazz, classical, and avant-garde music.
The 2024 edition of the Errichetta Festival features a unique collaboration between Macedonian trumpeter Ser?uk Alimov and the Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra (Me.J.O.) of Rome, bridging the musical languages of jazz and Balkan Romani music.
Join us for a journey through the rich musical traditions of various cultures at the Errichetta Festival, where music transcends boundaries and creates a sense of community through joy and harmony.
