UNDISCOVERED © Elio Pallard Choir, Culture & Cuisine March 16 – 27, 2019 with Hamilton College’s G. Roberts Kolb, the Marjorie and Robert W. McEwen Professor of Music & Lauralyn Kolb, Lecturer in Music (Voice)

© Megan Mallen © Markus Bernet Dear Hamilton Alumni, Parents, and Friends, I invite you to discover areas “off-the-beaten” path in northern Italy on this remarkable and exclusive Hamilton Global Adventure. Those of us who sing will rehearse twice and then perform three concerts and participate in two masses. The trip also featureswonderful guided excursions, including walks in historic villages with medieval houses and charming alleys, viewing magnificent art and architecture, and many exceptional culinary experiences. To top it off, our travels will take place amid spectacular landscapes, with two beautiful Italian lakes (Orta and Maggiore) and backdrops such as rolling hills of vineyards and the snow-capped Italian Alps. Our group will enjoy all excursions and included meals together, but you may choose to upgrade from comfortable, 3-star hotels to more luxurious 4-star hotels if you wish. Highlights of this unique trip are many, and include: Choir: • Two rehearsal sessions at ; • Concerts in the parish church of Stresa, the Sanctuary of Santa Maria Assunta, and the ancient monastery of ; © R. Todd Nielsen • Mass participation in the Royal Church of San Lorenzo () and the Parish Church of Pollenzo. Culture (nine excursions with art historian guides): • Hiking in a 16th-century religious “theme park” (a UNESCO World Heritage site); • Magnificent Renaissance and Baroque art (frescoes and sculptures) and architecture (cathedrals, churches, and castles); • Turin’s Holy Shroud; • Ancient Roman ruins in Turin and Pollenzo; • Guided tour of Turin’s Egyptian Museum (the world’s second most important Egyptian collection) and Turin’s sumptuous Royal Palace© R.© ToddRufus46 (another Nielsen UNESCO World Heritage site); • ’s Dominican convent with ’s Last Supper (a UNESCO World Heritage site). Cuisine (22 meals are included): • Welcome cocktail reception and dinner; • Sampling one of the area’s best gelatos, in Pella; • Turin’s famous bicerin (chocolate, coffee, and cream); • Lunch at a gourmet trattoria in Turin; • Wine tasting at the Wine Bank in Pollenzo; © R. Todd Nielsen • Gourmet dinner at Osteria Boccondivino, where the movement originated. My wife, Lauralyn Kolb, Lecturer in Music (Voice), and I look forward to leading this custom-designed Hamilton program. We hope you and your family will join us!

Sincerely,

G. Roberts (Rob) Kolb The Marjorie and Robert W. McEwen Professor of Music Hamilton College

P.S. For reservations and further information, please contact the Hamilton Global Adventures office (toll-free) at 888-344-5170 or [email protected].

Cover, Sacra di San Michele. Top, Parish Church of Pollenzo. Middle, Turin’s Egyptian Museum. Bottom, the church at the castle of Serralunga d’Alba © Rufus46 The charming lakeside village of Orta San Giulio, with the island of San Giulio in the foreground. © MM Itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, R=reception, D=dinner)

Saturday, March 16, 2019: Depart Home Sunday, March 17: Arrive in Milan | Transfer to hotel | Welcome reception Upon arrival at Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), you will be greeted for one of two group transfers (times TBD) to your hotel on the shores of Lake Orta. Take some time to relax after the flight, before your first rehearsal session and a welcome reception and dinner. Overnight at the 3-star Hotel La Bussola or the 4-star Hotel San Rocco for four nights. (R,D) Monday, March 18: Orta San Giulio walking tour | Pella | Island of San Giulio In the morning, enjoy an orientation walking tour through the charming alleys of Orta San Giulio and then explore Pella, on the opposite side of the Lake, to taste one of the best gelatos in the area. Return to Orta and, after lunch, take a short private boat ride (weather permitting) to the island of San Giulio, in the center of Lake Orta, for a rehearsal session in its Basilica, with its vibrant frescoes and other treasures. Dinner is on your own in Orta San Giulio this evening. (B,L) Tuesday, March 19: Stresa | Perform in the parish church After a morning at leisure, drive to the charming village of Stresa on the shores of beautiful Lake Maggiore. Enjoy lunch, time to discover the village, and then perform in the parish church of Stresa. Return to our hotel. Dinner is on your own in Orta San Giulio. (B,L)

Wednesday, March 20: | Perform in the Sanctuary of Santa Maria Assunta Drive to the Sacro Monte di Varallo, a UNESCO World Heritage site th and fascinating 16 -century religious “theme park” in a striking natural Sanctuary of Santa Maria Assunta © R. Todd Nielsen reserve. At the bottom of the Sacro Monte is the church Lake Orta of Santa Maria delle Grazie, with Gaudenzio Ferrari’s Sacro Monte Pella frescoes. We will also visit the Pinacoteca, Varallo’s fine arts Stresa di Varallo Parish Church of Stresa museum with, among others, 17th-century paintings by local Caravaggesque artist Tanzio da Varallo. Perform in the Sanctuary of Santa Maria Assunta. (B,L,D) Sanctuary of Santa  Thursday, March 21: Turin walking tour | Maria Assunta Milan Egyptian Museum Orta San Airport (MXP) Milan 1 Head to Turin, capital of the region, and embark Sacra di San Giulio 4 on a journey through time during an orientation walking Michele Alpignano tour, including the city’s Roman ruins and stops at the Cathedral that conserves the Holy Shroud and at a historical San Michele café to taste the famous local bicerin, a delightful mix of Turin 2 chocolate, coffee, and cream. After lunch at a local gourmet Royal Church of trattoria, continue on with a visit to the striking Egyptian San Lorenzo ITALY Museum in the company of an Egyptologist. The museum houses the world’s second most important collection of Egyptian artifacts, after Cairo. Overnight at the 3-star Hotel Piedmont Genio or the 4-star Hotel Concord for two nights. (B,L,D) Pollenzo 3 Alba Friday, March 22: Royal Palace | Perform in the Royal Church of San Lorenzo Church of Head to the nearby UNESCO World Heritage site of the San Vittore Royal Palace, which was the main residence of the Savoy family, and see its amazing library, royal armory, and Castello stunning original furnishings. After some time at leisure and della Manta an independent lunch, participate in a mass at the Royal Church of San Lorenzo, underneath the marvelous cupola # of Hotel Nights Performance or Mass Participation by Guarino Guarini. Dinner is on your own in Turin this evening. (B) Saturday, March 23: Alpignano | Sacra di San Michele | Perform in San Michele Abbey | Pollenzo Head to Alpignano and visit Stamperia Tallone, a fine-press printer and publisher with one of Europe’s most important collections of ancient printing devices. After lunch at local restaurant, proceed to the spectacular Sacra di San Michele, the ruins of a 12th- to 15th-century monastery atop a rocky crag. One of the most important examples of , this monastery inspired ’s novel The Name of the Rose. Perform within the monastery’s ancient walls. Drive to Pollenzo, and gather for dinner this evening. Caffè Baratti & Milano in Turin © R. Todd Nielsen Overnight at the 3-star La Corte Albertina or the 4-star Albergo dell’Agenzia for three nights. (B,L,D) Sunday, March 24: Pollenzo | Wine Bank | Explore the attractive village of Pollenzo (ancient Roman ), a UNESCO World Heritage site, where Carlo Petrini (forefather of the Slow Food movement) founded the University of Gastronomic Sciences. Visit the Wine Bank, a unique project that preserves the historical memory of Italian wines, where we have a tasting workshop. In the afternoon, drive to Castello della Manta and view the stunning decoration of the Castle’s baronial hall and its chapel with remarkable late Medieval/Renaissance frescoes. Dinner is on your own in Pollenzo this evening. (B,L) Baronial hall in the Castello della Manta © R.Todd Nielsen Drive through some of the most beautiful vineyards and towns in the in the Italian region of Piedmont © Megan Mallen

Monday, March 25: Alba walking tour | Perform in San Vittore, Pollenzo | Brà Drive to Alba, “the city of 100 towers.” It is the capital of the Langhe Region, and its historical center is rich in Roman and Gothic monuments. We will take an orientation walking tour, and the balance of the morning (and lunch) will be at leisure for you to explore Alba’s beautiful squares and pedestrian streets, lined with shops and cafés. In the afternoon we return to Pollenzo to participate in a mass at the Church of San Vittore. End the day with a gourmet dinner at Osteria Boccondivino, in Brà, where the Slow Food movement originated. (B,D)

Tuesday, March 26: Milan walking tour | Farewell dinner Pollenzo tower and the Church of San Vittore © Hans A Rosbach Drive this morning to Milan, and take an orientation walking tour that includes a stop at the iconic Gothic Cathedral and (pending confirmation) a viewing of Leonardo da Vinci’s celebrated Last Supper, located in the refectory of the 15th-century Dominican convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The afternoon (and lunch) is at leisure to explore independently. This evening we gather for our farewell dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at the 3-star B&B Hotel Milano Sant’Ambrogio or the 4-star Biancamaria Palace Hotel. (B,D)

Wednesday, March 27: Fly Home Transfer this morning to Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) for flights homeward. (B)

Milan Cathedral © Max_Ryazanov Hamilton College Faculty Leaders G. Roberts (Rob) Kolb is the Marjorie and Robert W. McEwen Professor of Music at Hamilton College. Director of choral music for 36 years, he now conducts the Hamilton College and Community Masterworks Chorale. Kolb also conducts the Catskill Choral Society and Tapestry, the All-Centuries Singers, and is past conductor of the Syracuse Vocal Ensemble and the Cayuga Vocal Ensemble. He is a contributing author to Up Front: Becoming the Complete Choral Conductor and Six Centuries of Choral Music. Kolb formerly held the Christian A. Johnson Excellence in Teaching Chair. He earned a master’s in choral conducting at California State University at Fullerton and a doctorate in choral music from the University of Illinois.

Lauralyn Kolb is lecturer in voice at Hamilton, and maintains a private studio at home and in New York City. She has appeared throughout the country in recital, oratorio, and operatic performances. Kolb also has taught at Colgate University, given master classes on both coasts, and served as the New York State governor for the National Association of Teachers of Singing. Her former students have been heard throughout the U.S. and Europe. Kolb earned a master’s at Smith College as a student of Adrienne Auerswald, and after she received her degree she continued to study with Auerswald and with the noted American soprano Helen Boatwright. What to Expect You must be able to walk long distances, unassisted, over uneven terrain and up and down steps. Participants who are not able to walk unassisted for extended periods (at least two miles a day) are kindly advised not to join this tour unless accompanied by a companion who will be available to assist you at all times. All participants are expected to be physically active and not be an impediment to others on excursions, to enjoy traveling as part of a group, and to be ready to experience cultural differences. If you have any questions about your ability to participate, we suggest that you visit your personal physician with this brochure in hand and discuss whether or not this program is appropriate for you. Choir performances are pending confirmation and depend on a minimum number of both singers and voice parts being enrolled. Music will be distributed to singing participants one month prior to departure, and each singer must have notes learned before the start of the tour. Hotels have been chosen for their location and generous comfort. Included meals are of a very high quality. Average March temperatures in this region range from 40°F to 60°F, so dress in layers and bring a rain parka, warm sweater/fleece, hat, and gloves. Complete pre-departure details will be sent to participants.

For questions and reservations, please contact us:

888-344-5170 Toll: 603-904-4110 Fax: 603-756-2922 Email: [email protected] Website: hamilton.edu/alumni/learn/travel P.O. Box 938, 47 Main Street, Suite One, Walpole, NH 03608

Left, church at Sacra di San Michele. Right, minor basilica at the Sacro Monte di Varallo. Both © R. Todd Nielsen

© 2018 Eos. All rights reserved. Photos copyright Operator, commons.wikimedia.org, R.Todd Nielsen A view of the 4-star Albergo dell’Agenzia hotel complex in Pollenzo. Tour Prices (10 nights) Comfortable 3-Star Accommodations (per person) Double Occupancy (30 or more total participants).$3,445 Note: With 25-29 total participants...... add $200 You may choose to upgrade to 4-star hotels throughout the With 20-24 total participants ...... add $400 tour. The 3- and 4-star hotels are near each other at each *Single Occupancy (Limited availability) ...... add $515 location. All of the hotels provide generous comfort, but the 4-star rooms are larger and more elegant. Everyone will travel Upgrade to 4-Star Accommodations (per person) together and will dine together for six included lunches and Double Occupancy...... add $785 six included dinners. *Single Occupancy (Limited availability) ...... add $1,580

*Single occupancy rate will be charged when requested or required. With fewer than 20 total participants, a small group surcharge may be applied.

3-Star 4-Star Upgrade Accommodation Options

Lake Orta (4 nights) 3-Star Hotel La Bussola – standard & classic rooms (215 square feet) 4-Star Hotel San Rocco – classic lake view rooms (290 square feet)

Turin (2 nights) 3-Star Hotel Genio – standard rooms (220 square feet) 4-Star Hotel Concord – comfort rooms (240 square feet)

Pollenzo (3 nights) 3-Star La Corte Albertina – classic rooms (200 square feet) 4-Star Albergo dell’Agenzia – superior rooms (270 square feet)

Milan (1 night) 3-Star B&B Hotel Milano Sant’Ambrogio – double rooms (220 square feet) 4-Star Biancamaria Palace Hotel – deluxe rooms (240 square feet)

Call 888-344-5170 or email us at [email protected] for reservations and information. Vineyards throughout Piedmont are renowned for their quality. © R.Todd Nielsen PRICES INCLUDE: • Leadership of Hamilton music faculty Rob and Lauralyn Kolb Prices Do Not Include: Airfare from/to home; individual transfers; passport and visa fees; all airport fees and departure taxes; cost of personal, • tour manager An expert, English-speaking throughout trip cancellation, and baggage insurance; transportation of excess baggage; • Professional art historian guides for the nine included meals other than those listed in the itinerary; personal tips; items of cultural excursions a personal nature, such as laundry; beverages except as noted at left; taxi, telephone, and fax charges; optional excursions or deviations from • 10 nights’ hotel accommodations with one bottle of water per scheduled tour; and other items not listed as included. person in the rooms daily, including porterage and all city taxes Payments: A deposit of $750 per person is required to reserve your space • 22 meals: 10 buffet breakfasts, 6 lunches and 6 dinners (3 on the tour and is payable by Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or courses). Lunches and dinners include water/soft drinks, check made payable to “EOS-Passenger Account-HAM Italy-Choir3/19.” local beer/house wine, and coffee/tea Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure and must be by personal check only; credit cards are not accepted for final payment. By submitting • Welcome cocktail reception with finger foods your deposit you are bound by the terms and conditions delineated • Special events include a gelato tasting, a bicerin (coffee / throughout this brochure or elsewhere published. chocolate / cream beverage) tasting, and a wine tasting Passenger Cancellation Fees: All requests by passengers for cancellations workshop at the Wine Bank in Pollenzo must be received in writing. Cancellations received at least 120 days prior to departure are refunded less an administrative fee of $250 per person. • Group arrival and departure transfers between Milan Cancellations received between 119 and 90 days prior to departure are Malpensa airport and your selected hotels refunded less an administrative fee of $500 per person. Cancellations re- • All road transportation in a luxury SETRA bus, featuring a ceived between 89-60 days prior to departure are subject to a cancellation panoramic roof, WiFi, bathroom, espresso machine, TV, and fee of 50% of the total tour cost. Cancellations received 59 days or less prior to departure are subject to a cancellation fee of 100% of the total bottled water available at all times tour cost. You are strongly encouraged to obtain trip cancellation insurance • Private ferry boat to/from the Island of San Giulio (an application will be sent with confirmation of receipt of your deposit). • All gratuities for the tour manager, local guides, hotel staff, Note: Rates are based on tariffs and exchange rates in effect at the time of and waiters for all included meals, plus a church donation for printing and are subject to change prior to departure. Substantial changes all rehearsals and concerts in tariffs, exchange rates, and the price of fuel, services and labor may • Entrance fees as per program, and all VAT and local taxes increase the cost of arrangements significantly, and we reserve the right to alter our prices. • Comprehensive pre-departure information, including a Prices, leaders, and itinerary are subject to change. Choir performances suggested reading guide, travel guide, and packing list are pending confirmation and depend on a minimum number of both singers and voice parts being enrolled. Prices quoted are based on group participation and no refunds will be made for any part of the program in Flights & Transfers which you choose not to participate. It is understood that refunds cannot Airfare from/to home is not included. Group transfers at Milan be made to passengers who do not complete the tour for whatever reason. Malpensa Airport (MXP) are included (times TBD): two on the day of arrival and two on the day of departure. Your flight itinerary must be provided to our office prior to the tour. Once you have received your final payment invoice, you should book your flights. If you Due to space limitations, this is abbreviated information. Complete terms and conditions can are considering booking non-refundable airline tickets before this be found on the final pages of this document. time, please contact our office first. We do not accept any liability for cancellation penalties related to domestic or international airline tickets.

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Undiscovered Italy: Choir, Culture & Cuisine March 16-27, 2019 with Hamilton College’s G. Roberts Kolb, the Marjorie and Robert W. McEwen Professor of Music GLOBAL ADVENTURES & Lauralyn Kolb, Lecturer in Music (Voice)

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Email(s) |  I/We have read the ‘What to Expect’ section and am/are physically able to participate fully on the program. CHOIR PARTICIPATION: Do one or both of you intend to sing? Yes (one)  Yes (both) Please indicate your voice part: Participant 1:  Soprano  Alto  Tenor  Bass | Participant 2:  Soprano  Alto  Tenor  Bass ACCOMMODATIONS:  I/We wish to upgrade to the 4-star hotels throughout.

 Double (one bed)  Twin (two beds)  Single  I will be sharing with:  Share-please assign a roommate (not guaranteed) I am a  Non-smoker  Smoker  Please share my contact information with potential roommate(s).

RESERVATIONS & PAYMENT: A deposit of $750 per person is required to confirm a reservation. Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure. You will receive an invoice for final payment. Please note that credit cards are not accepted for final payment. All prices and payments are in US dollars.

DEPOSIT TYPE (PLEASE CHECK ONE):  Check payable to: EOS Passenger Account–HAM-Italy-Choir3/19  Visa  Master Card  American Express CC# Exp. Date 3- or 4-Digit Code Name on Card Please complete this reservation form, sign the release statement below, enclose your deposit, and “submit” by email, mail, or fax to: Hamilton Global Adventures - P.O. Box 938, Walpole, NH 03608-0938 Fax: 603-756-2922 • Email: [email protected] By signing this form, you are acknowledging that you have read and agree to all Terms & Conditions delineated throughout. If submitting this form electronically, please check the following box:  I understand that checking this box constitutes a legal signature confirming that I acknowledge and agree to the Terms & Conditions.

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