clAmore per l'Opera

A tribute to opera in the heart of Cassino

clAmore per l'Opera is the opera festival that brings the magic of the stage to Cassino, in the province of Frosinone, every year. The concert is held in the evocative Church of San Giovanni Battista, whose vaults become the perfect acoustic chamber for the voices of the soloists and the choir for one night. The title, a wordplay blending the Italian words for «clamor» and «love», perfectly captures the spirit of the initiative: a resounding applause and sincere affection for the great operatic repertoire.

The San Giovanni Battista Choir and Maestro Venditti

The event is promoted by the San Giovanni Battista Choir of Cassino, a group from the San Benedetto Musical Association with nearly forty years of history, led by Maestro Fulvio Venditti. Alongside the choir, professional soloists and instrumentalists perform in a project that combines passionate amateur dedication with meticulous artistic detail. The event is supported by the Municipality of Cassino and local sponsors, such as the Banca Popolare del Cassinate.

A journey through the most famous pages of opera

The program is designed as a path through the history of opera, alternating between solo arias and grand choruses. Each edition features some of the most beloved pieces in the repertoire, from Mozart and Rossini to Verdi, Bizet, Offenbach, Wagner, and Mascagni. There are also moments where the full choir joins the soloists, delivering iconic pieces such as the Pilgrims' Chorus from Tannhäuser or the grand choral scenes of Verdi.

• Arias and choruses from the great Italian and European operatic tradition
• Live performances by soloists, choir, and instrumentalists
• A historic church in the center of Cassino as a backdrop
• Free admission and strong community participation

Cassino, the martyr city of lower Lazio

Cassino is one of the symbolic cities of southern Lazio: rebuilt after the devastation of World War II and dominated by the famous Abbey of Montecassino, it possesses a strong cultural and religious identity. In this context, clAmore per l'Opera has carved out a precious space in the spring calendar, offering enthusiasts and families a high-profile event capable of introducing even the uninitiated to the world of opera.

The evening, typically held in late spring, draws a packed church every year, with thunderous applause for the soloists and the choir: a testament to the musical vitality of a region that continues to cultivate a passion for operatic singing.