Cinematic Night In Florence
Constituting a truly magical journey through some of the best soundtracks and incidental music in cinema, Cinematic Night in Florence includes timeless melodies, powerful orchestrations and some of the most evocative music of the 20th and 21st centuries. The venue for this varied musical event is the historic Oratorio di Santa Maria Vergine della Croce al Tempio, situated in the heart of Florence. Providing a captivating and intimate atmosphere for a live music concert of film scores, the delightful setting is further improved by the talented musicians who bring such beloved soundtracks to life with every performance.
Audience goers should note that the programme for Cinematic Night in Florence is subject to change, with different pieces selected for most concerts. This means that the music is fresh, with audiences being able to enjoy a musically varied experience at each performance. From the nostalgic and often sentimental charm of Cinema Paradiso, one of Ennio Morricone's most-admired film scores, to the heartfelt melodic patterns of Yann Tiersen's wonderful music for Amélie, which won the World Soundtrack Award for Best Original Score of the Year in 2001, Cinematic Night in Florence has music for everyone.
The concert often features the majestic music of The Lion King, the classic Disney film, as well as music drawn from other animated movie traditions, such as the Japanese film production company, Studio Ghibli. The latter is often associated with the incomparable style of Joe Hisaishi who has won numerous Japanese Academy Awards for Best Music. Selected music from enchanting films such as My Neighbour Totoro and Spirited Away will sometimes feature on the programme.
The epic soundscapes of Hans Zimmer, the US-based German composer, also often feature. Extracts taken from films like Gladiator and Inception are sometimes performed among other pieces by the much-lauded film music writer. There again, the legendary compositions of John Williams are often played, too, including, on occasion, the sorrowful theme from Schindler's List. Ludovico Einaudi is another featured composer, known for his contemporary elegance and sonic contributions to films such as A Space Odyssey and The Intouchables.
Each chosen piece on the given programme for the evening performance will transport you to a different place and time. This journey is not only within the world of film and memory but also one that reflects on the life of the listener. At Cinematic Night in Florence, you can allow the music to guide you across continents and emotions, so that the magic of cinema is brought to life in an unforgettable live performance experience.