In the heart of the historic center of Brescia, the Talent Music Master Courses Academy offers a unique educational experience, set within the Renaissance cloister of the Church of San Giovanni Evangelista. Through university-level courses, masterclasses, concerts, and international competitions, young musicians from around the world refine their talents in a setting of extraordinary artistic and spiritual value.

From 29 May to 2 June 2025, Mantua welcomes the return of 'Trame Sonore', the international Festival that blends chamber music, art, and beauty. Five days, over 150 concerts in 30 historic venues, with 300 artists from around the world.

From 18 May to 8 June 2025, Vicenza will once again become an exceptional stage for the 34^th edition of the Settimane Musicali al Teatro Olimpico. This year’s theme, The Songs of the Earth, inaugurates a three-year narrative arc exploring the roots of music, its connection to nature, spirituality, and world cultures. VCR is the official media partner.

VCR Venice Classic Radio is the official media partner for Europe of the CEM Centre Européen de Musique and will participate in the international conference Music Now! Musica Nostra, scheduled for 29 and 30 April 2025 at the National Palace of Mafra in Portugal. The event is organized by CEM and Europa Nostra within the framework of the European Heritage Hub pilot project, co-funded by the European Union.

The Teatro La Fenice is set to host a musical event of extraordinary depth during Holy Week. On Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 April 2025, M° Ton Koopman will take the podium to lead the Orchestra and Chorus of Teatro La Fenice in a performance of the monumental St Matthew Passion BWV 244 by Johann Sebastian Bach - one of the most moving works in the sacred music repertoire, enriched by an exceptional vocal cast.

A unique project that transforms migrant boats into musical instruments. At Antiruggine, on Saturday, April 5 at 9:00 PM, Mario Brunello will play the Cello of the Sea, crafted in the lutherie workshop of the Opera prison. Alongside him, Arnoldo Mosca Mondadori will share an extraordinary artistic and social experience.