Exhibitions, talks and conferences in name of 'Made in Italy'
DARWIN, Australia, Oct. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 450-seat conference room, a multimedia exhibition, talks, conferences and exhibitions for an immersive experience in Made in Italy through the country's excellence.
This is Villaggio Italia, the traveling expo that will open its doors Saturday in Darwin, Australia, where the Amerigo Vespucci docked Thursday as part of the 24th stop of its world tour.
The initiative, strongly supported by the Minister of Defense Guido Crosetto, combines the traditional training activity of the Navy's officer cadets and the promotion of Italy in the world.
During the three days of opening of the Village, meetings, debates and talks will be organized that will range from solidarity to research, passing through culture and cinema.
Every day the exhibition will also host a performance by the historic fanfare of the 8th Bersaglieri Regiment of the "Garibaldi" Brigade, which has already been a protagonist both in Darwin and in the city of Palmerstone, also in the Northern Territory.
Inside the Village it will be possible to immerse oneself in the beauty of Italy thanks to a multimedia exhibition that will present Italy through its craftsmanship, its culture, the faces, landscapes and panoramas that are symbols of the country.
As is the case in every world stage of the Vespucci Tour, the work "La David" by Jago will also be on display.
For visitors, who will have free access to the Darwin conference centre where the Village is located, there will also be the opportunity to visit the "Italia Geniale" (Genius Italy) exhibition created by the Ministry of Enterprise and Made in Italy and the Ministry of Defence in collaboration with the Adi Design Museum dedicated to Italian design.
During the opening days a conference is also scheduled on the "Spirito di Stella" initiative, the catamaran completely accessible to the disabled, which just like the Vespucci, has been touring the world since 1 July 2023.
The research work dedicated to marine ecosystems that the Vespucci ship is carrying out during its tour will be the focus of the workshop entitled "Vespucci meets the marine ecosystem" created together with the foreign ministry and the Italian embassy in Canberra.
The Villaggio Italia will offer visitors many contents dedicated to the protection of marine and coastal habitats, to "marine protected areas" on the protection of underwater environmental and artistic beauties, on the monitoring, prevention and fight against marine pollution.
As in the Los Angeles and Tokyo stages, the Ministry of Tourism and Enit will be protagonists with a series of events including the conference dedicated to the theme of "Return Tourism".
The inauguration of the Village is scheduled for Saturday at 10:30 (2 am in Italy) in the presence of the Deputy Minister of Enterprise and Made in Italy Valentino Valentini, the Ambassador to Australia Paolo Crudele, the President of Difesa Servizi Gioacchino Alfano and the Commander of the Vespucci, Captain Giuseppe Lai.
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Darwin welcomes Vespucci, Villaggio Italia opens Saturday announcement by ANSA in collaboration with Difesa Servizi
XIAMEN, China, Oct. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On September 30th, the 13th Gulangyu Piano Art Week commenced with great fanfare on the enchanting island of Gulangyu in Xiamen. It captivated global musical elites and piano enthusiasts alike, once again showcased the island's enduring allure and brilliance as the "Island of Pianos" and the "Island of Music."
Under the stars and moonlight, with piano melodies resonating throughout, the festival's opening night on September 30th was highlighted by a performance from Dang Thai Son, a Vietnamese-Canadian pianist and Gulangyu resident artist hailed as "Asia's first Chopin." He performed solo piano pieces including Adagio, BWV 564 and Images, Book I, followed by collaborative performances with his student Wang Zitong and the Fuzhou Strait Symphony Orchestra, delivering timeless concertos such as Concerto for Two Pianos, K.365 and Piano Concerto No. 2 in F minor, Op. 21. The opening concert set the tone for the week-long festivities with a flourish of extraordinary music. Each note played on the black-and-white keys pulsed with Gulangyu's unique rhythm and emotions, while Dang Thai Son's masterful artistry led the audience through a captivating musical journey, earning enthusiastic applause and acclaim. Additionally, French national honoree and fellow Gulangyu resident artist Michel Dalberto hosted a masterclass, sharing his insights with the public, further strengthening Gulangyu's bridge to the world of music and uniting music lovers across the globe.
As a key highlight of this year's Gulangyu Piano Art Week, the premium concerts not only feature Gulangyu resident artists Dang Thai Son and Michel Dalberto, but also welcome distinguished guests including Sofia Gulyak, the first female pianist to win First Prize and the Princess Mary Gold Medal in the history of the Leeds International Piano Competition, Andrei Pisarev, Russian Honored Artist and head of the piano department at Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory, Lin Shuobin, organ instructor at the Chinese University of Hong Kong and organ education series tutor at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre, and Caroline Robinson, organist and assistant choral conductor at Atlanta's Cathedral of St. Philip. These top-tier artists delivered exceptional performances that align with international standards, creating a world-class musical feast. In addition, seven high-level academic activities, combining experience and knowledge-sharing, invited music lovers and professionals from various fields to engage in the artistic journey together.
Moreover, diverse music events such as courtyard concerts, beach concerts, and piano classes offered citizens and visitors a glimpse into the boundless possibilities of music, enriching the cultural lives of the public. Throughout the event, publicly accessible pianos across the island, starlit markets, art film screenings, and interactive art installations were open to all, encouraging the public to explore Gulangyu on foot and experience the pure essence and power of music, fostering a deeper passion for music and contributing to the transmission and development of musical culture. On October 1st, all the pianos on the island played 《My Motherland and Me》 to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, with beautiful melodies commemorating this significant occasion.
The Gulangyu Piano Art Week, one of the most important piano art brands in China and the broader Asian region, continues to serve as a prestigious public music event, enhancing Gulangyu's reputation as a cultural hub. The music culture of Gulangyu blends the elegance of grand concert halls with the vibrancy of community life. From intimate family concerts to lively street performances, music has become an integral part of island life, attracting music enthusiasts and professionals from all over the world. This, in turn, injects a steady stream of vitality into the island and contributes to Xiamen's reputation as a "Cultural Center, City of Arts, and Island of Music."
As the 13th Gulangyu Piano Art Week sets sail, the World Cultural Heritage site of Gulangyu once again shines with a dazzling musical celebration, leveraging its unique cultural charm and deep musical heritage to contribute to the protection and preservation of world heritage, while opening a new chapter in global music culture. With the theme "Romantic World Heritage, Enjoy the Piano Island: OUR ISLAND, OUR PIANO," this year's piano art week is jointly organized by the Xiamen Municipal People's Government, the Fujian Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism, and the Fujian Federation of Literary and Art Circles. The event is hosted by the Xiamen Gulangyu-Wanshishan Scenic Area Management Committee, the Xiamen Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism, the Xiamen Federation of Literary and Art Circles, the Siming District People's Government, and Xiamen Media Group. The event was running from September 30 to October 6 and featured over 50 exciting events under eight key themes.
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The 13th Gulangyu Piano Art Week Grandly Opens
