The life and works of Italy’s most famous composer and conductor, Ennio Morricone, serve as the central theme of “Ho visto la musica,” a show scheduled for December 7 and 8 at the Teatro Sociale in Bergamo. The narrative, narrated by actor Lorenzo Flaherty, traces the artistic journey and personal life of the Roman artist, a leading figure in the music world and composer of soundtracks that have left an indelible mark on the history of cinema. The script, drawn from Morricone’s own words, traces the Maestro’s career and the reflections that have accompanied his work. The show traces the key milestones of the composer’s career with all the intellectual honesty that has always distinguished him—from his doubts about his role to his relationship with the success he achieved through cinema, right up to his deep connection with music.
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Live music plays a key role in the show, accompanying the narration. Taking turns at the piano are Andrea Morricone (photo), son of Ennio and a composer and conductor; Fabio D’Onofrio, a film composer; and Matteo Carlo Marossi, a pianist and composer studying at the “Giuseppe Verdi” Conservatory in Milan. Their performances capture the diverse moods of Morricone’s compositions, ranging from the most delicate and melodic pieces to the most intense ones, bringing back to the stage some of the sounds that have defined his career. The 80-minute show (produced by the Nero Foundation) is organized by O.R.HO Eventi and sponsored by the San Paolo Private School in Bergamo, the initiative’s sponsor. The school places inclusivity and attention to the needs of each student at the center of its educational approach, supporting their personal growth and fostering their interests and talents, including in the arts and sports.
