The history of Naples in one afternoon: Opera, Neapolitan songs, and traditional flavours
Traditional Neapolitan songs and Opera, two of the city’s great loves, come together today for one sensational afternoon at the Vesuvio Roof Bar.
A picture postcard view of the volcano will welcome you to the exclusive rooftop of this nineteenth-century palazzo at the historic gates of the city. Sitting at your reserved table on this intimate terrace, let the voices of a passionate soprano and tenor lead you through Italy’s musical heritage, bringing to life the best arias and love duets of the operatic repertoire and the most iconic melodies of the Canzone Napoletana.
The breathtaking music, the fresh air and sweet Mediterranean sun wouldn’t be enough without the pleasures of the table: for a traditional aperitivo, you will savour fine Italian wine and taste the authentic cuisine of Naples, ranked as the world’s number one culinary capital. A final toast with the artists will crown this afternoon of art, conviviality, and heritage.
The great Goethe once wrote of Naples: “To be here is more than all.” Come experience how the city truly sings, tastes, and lives: you will find yourself feeling the same.
Duration: 60 min.
Venue: Terrazza Vesuvio - UNA Hotel • Piazza Garibaldi 9 - Napoli
Terrazza Vesuvio - UNA Hotel
- Porta Capuana (400 m)
- Porta Nolana (200 m)
- Castel Capuano (450)
- Napoli Sotterranea (1 km)
- Via San Gregorio Armeno and the Presepi (1 km)
- Cappella San Severo and Cristo Velato (1,5 km)
Program
Arias and love duets from Italian Opera and Neapolitan songs
Mattinata (Duetto), Ruggero Leoncavallo
E lucevan le stelle (Tosca), Giacomo Puccini
O mio babbino caro (Gianni Schicchi), Giacomo Puccini
La donna è mobile (Rigoletto), Giuseppe Verdi
‘O marenariello (Neapolitan song)
O soave fanciulla (Boheme), Giacomo Puccini
Quando men vo’ (Boheme), Giacomo Puccini
‘A vucchella (Neapolitan song)
Giusto ciel (L’assedio di Corinto), Gioacchino Rossini
Tu ca nun chiagne (Neapolitan song)
Vesti la giubba (I Pagliacci), Ruggero Leoncavallo
Libiamo nei lieti calici (La Traviata), Giuseppe Verdi
Artists:
Paola Alonzi, soprano
Antonino Ascrizzi, tenore
Mami Nakaruma, piano
Concert programme may be subject to change
What's included
- Entrance in to the Vesuvio Rooftop
- Reserved table in your name
- Opera concert in a private area of the roof reserved for our guests
- white / red wine or non-alcoholic drink
- Selezione di formaggi regionali con miele millefiori
- Montanara alla margherita e basilico
- Panzarotto napoletano con patate provola e pepe
- Introduction in English to the musical program
- Final toast with the singers
This was truly a lovely experience. Make this a part of your “to see and to do” list while you are in Rome.
A one of kind opportunity to live The Eternal City with all of our senses at once. Thank you!
The concerts were intimate experiences of talented musicians and singers, splendid music and the vibrant spaces of the churches where the concerts took place.
A superb way to spend an hour in this wonderful city
Intellectually fulfilling and fun. It may not seem very touristic, but it would take your visit to Rome to another level.
The concert would have been enough with just the knowledgeable tour of the church. Add beautiful baroque music to that and I was in heaven.
We felt almost transported back in time. An experience not to be missed.
Shouldn't be missed by anyone who likes music, especially early music!.
What a great way to have an experience in a Baroque Palazzo.
It was a unique experience! Interesting and moving.
We were charmed by the genuine enthusiasm of the performers and recommend to other Travellers
We warmly recommend anybody, visiting Rom, who loves painting art as well as music to participate to this sound and vision tour.
beautiful church, and music!
Great venue - beautiful singing - they really gave it all they had. Highly recommended. Great start to any evening in Rome.
Well worth the investment of time and money.
A definite highlight of our trip