ExConventoLive

A medieval convent for the sounds of the future

In the heart of Pordenone, overlooking Piazza della Motta, the Ex Convento di San Francesco is one of the most evocative spaces in the city: ancient naves, vaulted ceilings, and light that changes hour by hour. It is here that, for several years, ExConventoLive has come to life, the festival that has chosen to combine medieval stone with the most contemporary frequencies. The associations Convivialia and Sonic Pro have built a courageous proposal, far from mainstream programming, capable of capturing the best of European and international electronic research.

Electronic music, avant-garde, and contaminations

The common thread is experimentation. Throughout the evenings of the festival — many under the Scenasonica label — refined electronica, lo-fi, global bass, world music, noise, and psych-jazz alternate. This is not a festival for those seeking hits: it is an invitation to listen, to be challenged, to discover names that often anticipate tomorrow's trends. Among the guests who have graced the stage and those announced are artists such as Kara-Lis Coverdale, Sigillum S, Danalogue, Go Dugong, and Nadah El Shazly: a sonic geography that spans the United Kingdom, Italy, Slovenia, Egypt, and beyond.

Atmosphere and city context

ExConventoLive is not just a sequence of concerts, but a way of experiencing the space: the convent's acoustics, the curated lighting, and an attentive audience create an immersive, almost ritualistic experience. The festival is part of the broader Primavera a Pordenone (Spring in Pordenone) event and contributes to building the cultural identity of a city that will be the Italian Capital of Culture in 2027.

A bet supported by the territory

The project enjoys the support of the Municipality of Pordenone and the Region Friuli-Venezia Giulia, a sign of institutional attention towards a niche but high-profile proposal. For lovers of experimental music, ExConventoLive is an unmissable stop in the Italian northeast.