A UNIQUE PARTNERSHIP Two Italian organizations have joined together to present this choral festival. Music Contact International The Mountain Community of Castelli Romani The Association of Musicians of the Castelli Romani e Prenestini is made up of towns from this region that Region was founded in 1996 as a way to bring together shares an objective of common cultural development. musicians from the region, both professional and non-professional. TH Members promote economically-productive activities in The association works toward two main objectives. First, they work 9 ANNUAL their communities that enhance their local resources and to promote culture through music, especially singing, while the conservation of local products, culture, and traditions. simultaneously trying to make music more accessible to locals. Their Therefore, they are also perfect hosts for sharing the local second goal is to support and maintain the artistic heritage of the music and traditions of the region with guest choirs. Castelli Romani region and deepen its connection and integration with the heritage of the city of Rome. Rome & Castelli Romani, ITALY FESTIVAL EXTENSIONS A two-night extension to Florence or Rome will add an exciting element to an already wonderful stay in Italy! MARCH 19-23, 2020
Two Nights in Rome Two Nights in Florence DAY ONE After breakfast, move to a centrally located DAY ONE Arrival in Florence. Enjoy lunch in the city center. hotel in Rome where the day is open for exploration and Embark on a locally guided walking tour to such historic sightseeing. Enjoy a more extensive visit to Ancient landmarks as the magnificent Duomo, the Baptistery with guilded Rome, the Colosseum, and the Forum. If you've not doors, and Ponte Vecchio shopping bridge. A group dinner can be yet toured the Vatican Museums, you must! arranged upon request. or DAY TWO Today, continue enjoying Rome with DAY TWO Following breakfast, the day is open to spend as you additional time at the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish wish in Florence. Perhaps, visit the Uffizi Gallery, which houses the Steps. Explore the stylish shops on Rome’s famous world’s finest collection of Italian Renaissance paintings. Via dei Condotti and perhaps the Villa Borghese Alternatively, visit the Galleria dell’Accademia, home to Gardens, where you will see some of Bernini’s most Michelangelo’s David. Peruse the leather markets, take in the views acclaimed sculptures alongside masterpieces by and eat your fill of gelato. Tonight, dine at a restaurant serving up Caravaggio, Titian, Raphael and more. In the evening, some of Italy’s delectable cuisine. a farewell dinner can be arranged.
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SELECTION OF PREVIOUS PARTICIPATING CHOIRS
• Los Angeles Episcopal Chorale, Los Angeles, CA, USA • Mosaic Harmony Choir, Oakton, Virginia, USA ST. PETERS BASILLICA • Pomfret School Choir, Pomfret, Connecticut, USA THE SPANISH STEPS • Wings of Song (Singers Marin Women's Chorus), Mill Valley, California, USA • Prince of Peace Ecumenical Touring Choir, COLOSSEUM Crofton, Maryland, USA LEARN MORE AT MUSIC-CONTACT.COM • Coro de Concierto de la Universidad de Puerto Rico a Ponce, Ponce, Puerto Rico • University of Northern Colorado Chamber Choir, Greeley, Colorado, USA • University of Wisconsin Stevens Point, Stevens Point, Wisconsin, USA • Centerpoint Choir (Centerpoint Community Church), Roseville, California, USA • Voces Fidelis Choir, Tokyo, Japan TOLL FREE 800-624-0166 • The Great Lakes' Touring Chorus, Toronto, Canada TEL 802-862-2200 • FAX 802-862-2251 • Panorama Choir (Oregon City High School), 119 South Winooski Avenue Burlington, Vermont 05401 USA Portland, Oregon, USA www.music-contact.com • [email protected] CLOSING PARADE CASTEL GANDOLFO TOLL FREE 800-624-0166 SUNDAY, MARCH 22 Closing Concert CONCERT 9 TH ANNUAL This morning, your choir is invited to sing for mass and worship at a local church. Choirs also may apply to sing for Holy Mass at St. Peter's Basilica*. After church, enjoy time for lunch in a lovely nearby town such as Castel Rome & Castelli Romani, ITALY Gandolfo, with its papal summer palace, quaint historic center, and traditional cafés. MARCH 19-23, 2020 This afternoon, the Closing Concert for the Festival of Peace takes place in a regional theater attended by all the festival choirs. Tonight, enjoy the farewell dinner party of the Festival of Peace.
FRIENDSHIP CONCERT MONDAY, MARCH 23 Departure After breakfast, check out of the hotel and extend your stay in Italy or return home.
LAND PACKAGE INCLUDES Guided Tours & Special Events • Festival Opening Ceremony with concert by an Accommodations Italian choir Four nights in a high-quality hotel in Castelli Romani, • Panoramic sightseeing tour of Rome THE ROMAN FORUM double occupancy • Guided tour of the Castelli Romani region. Transportation • Entrance and guided tour of the Vatican Museums or the WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18 Departure Colosseum of Ancient Rome. A private, modern motor coach with a professional driver is Depart on an afternoon flight from North America bound for • Farewell Dinner Party for all guest choirs provided for all transportation as described in the itinerary. Rome, Italy. Online Payment System Meals • Each traveler can make individual trip payments online • Buffet breakfast served daily with a debit or credit card. • Italian dinner served nightly CASTELLI ROMANI • Group leaders receive weekly automated reports with THURSDAY, MARCH 19 Arrive in Italy Tour Rome Opening Ceremony Tour Manager traveler balances and due dates. Your Music Contact International Tour Manager will greet your choir at the airport. Gather your Full-time Music Contact International Tour Manager to Additional Materials accompany your group during your entire stay, from arrival first impressions of Rome during a guided panoramic tour of Rome. The combination of Roman • Customized handbook for each traveler, including a to departure. antiquities and Christian monuments make Rome endlessly fascinating. View the ancient Forum, detailed program and travel information. the Triumphal Arch, the massive Colosseum, the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain, and Piazza Performance Opportunities • Electrical adapters, Luggage tags, Passport holder Navona, home to the famous fountains by Bernini. • Friendship concert with an Italian host choir In the afternoon, check in to your hotel in the region on the hillside overlooking Castelli Romani • Participation in the Festival Concert Series in a beautiful LAND PACKAGE PRICE Rome. The Festival of Peace then gets started with the opening ceremony, followed by a church in Rome welcome dinner with other festival choirs. • Sing and worship at a local church or Mass at St. Peter's Based on a minimum of 30 paying travelers in double occupancy (requires successful application and supplemental fee) • Closing concert in a Castelli Romani theater $1,615.00 per person VILLA D’ESTE OPTIONAL ADD-ONS FRIDAY, MARCH 20 Roman Castles District CONCERT Complimentary Places $155.00 per person single supplement Two complimentary land packages for every 30 paying travelers Enjoy a guided visit to discover the lovely towns of Castelli Romani, the Roman Castles $34.00 Entrance & tour of Tivoli Gardens in single rooms. District. After free time for lunch, a tour of the beautiful Renaissance palace Villa d’Este can also be arranged. Traveler’s Resource Website FLIGHTS Tonight, your choir will perform a friendship concert in a local church or theater hosted Featuring: Itinerary, maps, recommended books, movies, Please contact us for airfare quotes from your nearest airport. by an ensemble from the Castelli Romani community. Enjoy a special night of singing, and more! sharing music and culture with new Italian friends.
LEARN MORE AT MUSIC-CONTACT.COM FESTIVAL CONCERT SERIES SATURDAY, MARCH 21 Rome: Vatican or Colosseum CONCERT Enjoy the day in Rome. In the morning, choose a guided tour of either the Vatican Museums or the Colosseum. Then explore more of Rome during free time COMPLIMENTARY DIRECTOR’S ORIENTATION PROGRAM this afternoon. November 7-10, 2019 This evening, the Festival Concert Series takes place in one of Rome's breathtaking View the venues, visit the hotels, see the sights and meet other directors. Includes historic churches. Ensembles perform selections from their own repertoire in a diverse complimentary air travel from New York to Rome, double occupancy accommodations, display of musical offerings enjoyed by a gracious public audience. and most meals. The weekend is an exciting opportunity to preview the components of the festival. A group dinner is arranged this evening to complement your performance schedule. CLOSING PARADE CASTEL GANDOLFO TOLL FREE 800-624-0166 SUNDAY, MARCH 22 Closing Concert CONCERT 9 TH ANNUAL This morning, your choir is invited to sing for mass and worship at a local church. Choirs also may apply to sing for Holy Mass at St. Peter's Basilica*. After church, enjoy time for lunch in a lovely nearby town such as Castel Rome & Castelli Romani, ITALY Gandolfo, with its papal summer palace, quaint historic center, and traditional cafés. MARCH 19-23, 2020 This afternoon, the Closing Concert for the Festival of Peace takes place in a regional theater attended by all the festival choirs. Tonight, enjoy the farewell dinner party of the Festival of Peace.
FRIENDSHIP CONCERT MONDAY, MARCH 23 Departure After breakfast, check out of the hotel and extend your stay in Italy or return home.
LAND PACKAGE INCLUDES Guided Tours & Special Events • Festival Opening Ceremony with concert by an Accommodations Italian choir Four nights in a high-quality hotel in Castelli Romani, • Panoramic sightseeing tour of Rome THE ROMAN FORUM double occupancy • Guided tour of the Castelli Romani region. Transportation • Entrance and guided tour of the Vatican Museums or the WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18 Departure Colosseum of Ancient Rome. A private, modern motor coach with a professional driver is Depart on an afternoon flight from North America bound for • Farewell Dinner Party for all guest choirs provided for all transportation as described in the itinerary. Rome, Italy. Online Payment System Meals • Each traveler can make individual trip payments online • Buffet breakfast served daily with a debit or credit card. • Italian dinner served nightly CASTELLI ROMANI • Group leaders receive weekly automated reports with THURSDAY, MARCH 19 Arrive in Italy Tour Rome Opening Ceremony Tour Manager traveler balances and due dates. Your Music Contact International Tour Manager will greet your choir at the airport. Gather your Full-time Music Contact International Tour Manager to Additional Materials accompany your group during your entire stay, from arrival first impressions of Rome during a guided panoramic tour of Rome. The combination of Roman • Customized handbook for each traveler, including a to departure. antiquities and Christian monuments make Rome endlessly fascinating. View the ancient Forum, detailed program and travel information. the Triumphal Arch, the massive Colosseum, the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain, and Piazza Performance Opportunities • Electrical adapters, Luggage tags, Passport holder Navona, home to the famous fountains by Bernini. • Friendship concert with an Italian host choir In the afternoon, check in to your hotel in the region on the hillside overlooking Castelli Romani • Participation in the Festival Concert Series in a beautiful LAND PACKAGE PRICE Rome. The Festival of Peace then gets started with the opening ceremony, followed by a church in Rome welcome dinner with other festival choirs. • Sing and worship at a local church or Mass at St. Peter's Based on a minimum of 30 paying travelers in double occupancy (requires successful application and supplemental fee) • Closing concert in a Castelli Romani theater $1,615.00 per person VILLA D’ESTE OPTIONAL ADD-ONS FRIDAY, MARCH 20 Roman Castles District CONCERT Complimentary Places $155.00 per person single supplement Two complimentary land packages for every 30 paying travelers Enjoy a guided visit to discover the lovely towns of Castelli Romani, the Roman Castles $34.00 Entrance & tour of Tivoli Gardens in single rooms. District. After free time for lunch, a tour of the beautiful Renaissance palace Villa d’Este can also be arranged. Traveler’s Resource Website FLIGHTS Tonight, your choir will perform a friendship concert in a local church or theater hosted Featuring: Itinerary, maps, recommended books, movies, Please contact us for airfare quotes from your nearest airport. by an ensemble from the Castelli Romani community. Enjoy a special night of singing, and more! sharing music and culture with new Italian friends.
LEARN MORE AT MUSIC-CONTACT.COM FESTIVAL CONCERT SERIES SATURDAY, MARCH 21 Rome: Vatican or Colosseum CONCERT Enjoy the day in Rome. In the morning, choose a guided tour of either the Vatican Museums or the Colosseum. Then explore more of Rome during free time COMPLIMENTARY DIRECTOR’S ORIENTATION PROGRAM this afternoon. November 7-10, 2019 This evening, the Festival Concert Series takes place in one of Rome's breathtaking View the venues, visit the hotels, see the sights and meet other directors. Includes historic churches. Ensembles perform selections from their own repertoire in a diverse complimentary air travel from New York to Rome, double occupancy accommodations, display of musical offerings enjoyed by a gracious public audience. and most meals. The weekend is an exciting opportunity to preview the components of the festival. A group dinner is arranged this evening to complement your performance schedule. A UNIQUE PARTNERSHIP Two Italian organizations have joined together to present this choral festival. Music Contact International The Mountain Community of Castelli Romani The Association of Musicians of the Castelli Romani e Prenestini is made up of towns from this region that Region was founded in 1996 as a way to bring together shares an objective of common cultural development. musicians from the region, both professional and non-professional. TH Members promote economically-productive activities in The association works toward two main objectives. First, they work 9 ANNUAL their communities that enhance their local resources and to promote culture through music, especially singing, while the conservation of local products, culture, and traditions. simultaneously trying to make music more accessible to locals. Their Therefore, they are also perfect hosts for sharing the local second goal is to support and maintain the artistic heritage of the music and traditions of the region with guest choirs. Castelli Romani region and deepen its connection and integration with the heritage of the city of Rome. Rome & Castelli Romani, ITALY FESTIVAL EXTENSIONS A two-night extension to Florence or Rome will add an exciting element to an already wonderful stay in Italy! MARCH 19-23, 2020
Two Nights in Rome Two Nights in Florence DAY ONE After breakfast, move to a centrally located DAY ONE Arrival in Florence. Enjoy lunch in the city center. hotel in Rome where the day is open for exploration and Embark on a locally guided walking tour to such historic sightseeing. Enjoy a more extensive visit to Ancient landmarks as the magnificent Duomo, the Baptistery with guilded Rome, the Colosseum, and the Forum. If you've not doors, and Ponte Vecchio shopping bridge. A group dinner can be yet toured the Vatican Museums, you must! arranged upon request. or DAY TWO Today, continue enjoying Rome with DAY TWO Following breakfast, the day is open to spend as you additional time at the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish wish in Florence. Perhaps, visit the Uffizi Gallery, which houses the Steps. Explore the stylish shops on Rome’s famous world’s finest collection of Italian Renaissance paintings. Via dei Condotti and perhaps the Villa Borghese Alternatively, visit the Galleria dell’Accademia, home to Gardens, where you will see some of Bernini’s most Michelangelo’s David. Peruse the leather markets, take in the views acclaimed sculptures alongside masterpieces by and eat your fill of gelato. Tonight, dine at a restaurant serving up Caravaggio, Titian, Raphael and more. In the evening, some of Italy’s delectable cuisine. a farewell dinner can be arranged.
PLEASE INQUIRE FOR FURTHER DETAILS
SELECTION OF PREVIOUS PARTICIPATING CHOIRS
• Los Angeles Episcopal Chorale, Los Angeles, CA, USA • Mosaic Harmony Choir, Oakton, Virginia, USA ST. PETERS BASILLICA • Pomfret School Choir, Pomfret, Connecticut, USA THE SPANISH STEPS • Wings of Song (Singers Marin Women's Chorus), Mill Valley, California, USA • Prince of Peace Ecumenical Touring Choir, COLOSSEUM Crofton, Maryland, USA LEARN MORE AT MUSIC-CONTACT.COM • Coro de Concierto de la Universidad de Puerto Rico a Ponce, Ponce, Puerto Rico • University of Northern Colorado Chamber Choir, Greeley, Colorado, USA • University of Wisconsin Stevens Point, Stevens Point, Wisconsin, USA • Centerpoint Choir (Centerpoint Community Church), Roseville, California, USA • Voces Fidelis Choir, Tokyo, Japan TOLL FREE 800-624-0166 • The Great Lakes' Touring Chorus, Toronto, Canada TEL 802-862-2200 • FAX 802-862-2251 • Panorama Choir (Oregon City High School), 119 South Winooski Avenue Burlington, Vermont 05401 USA Portland, Oregon, USA www.music-contact.com • [email protected]