InCanto al Castello — Concert by the Umberto Eco Music High School Orchestra
Film scores and Italian songs in the courtyard of the Tagliolo Monferrato Castle
About InCanto al Castello
InCanto al Castello: Music in the Tagliolo Courtyard
In the heart of the Alto Monferrato, InCanto al Castello transforms the courtyard of the Tagliolo Monferrato Castle into an open-air concert hall. This initiative, part of the cultural program of the Municipality of Tagliolo Monferrato (Alessandria province, Piedmont), combines a passion for music with the charm of one of the best-preserved manors in the area, still inhabited today by the Pinelli Gentile marquises.
The Umberto Eco Music High School Orchestra
The star of the evening is the Orchestra of the Umberto Eco Music High School of Alessandria, an ensemble bringing together the region's young talents. It is led by Maestro Enrico Pesce, a pianist and composer who also created the arrangements specifically for this concert. The performance is a unique opportunity to experience the energy and enthusiasm of a youth orchestra in an exceptional setting.
A Program of Cinema and Italian Song
The concert's theme explores the dialogue between two worlds beloved by the public: on one hand, Oscar-winning film scores that defined cinematic history, and on the other, Italian songs from the 1960s—melodies etched into the collective memory of generations. It is a repertoire that is both popular and refined, sure to move music lovers and families alike.
A Historical Setting in Monferrato
The Tagliolo Castle overlooks the medieval village and boasts a history dating back to the 10th century. Attending a concert in its courtyard means immersing yourself in the landscape of hills and vineyards typical of the Monferrato region, a land of wine and tradition. In case of bad weather, the event will move indoors, ensuring the musical evening continues.
- Setting: The courtyard of the Tagliolo Monferrato Castle
- Youth Orchestra of the Music High School of Alessandria
- Conducted and arranged by Maestro Enrico Pesce
- Oscar-winning film scores and 1960s Italian songs
InCanto al Castello — edition 2026
On Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 5:00 PM, the courtyard of the Tagliolo Monferrato Castle hosted the InCanto al Castello event. The highlight was the young Orchestra of the Umberto Eco Music High School of Alessandria, led by Maestro Enrico Pesce, who also composed the arrangements.
The program alternated between famous Oscar-winning film scores and tracks from 1960s Italian music, offering the audience a musical journey between cinema and popular memory in the evocative setting of the Monferrato manor.
Programme InCanto al Castello 2026
Sunday, May 17, 2026
- 5:00 PM — Concert by the Orchestra of the Umberto Eco Music High School of Alessandria, conducted and arranged by Maestro Enrico Pesce, in the Castle courtyard (Municipal Hall in case of bad weather).
Repertoire: Oscar-winning film scores and 1960s Italian songs.
Highlights InCanto al Castello 2026
Practical information — InCanto al Castello
Location
Courtyard of the Tagliolo Monferrato Castle, Tagliolo Monferrato (AL), Piedmont. In case of bad weather, the event will take place in the Municipal Hall (Salone Comunale).
How to get there
By car from Ovada (a few kilometers away) or from Alessandria; the area is well-connected via the Ovada motorway exit (A26). The nearest train station is in Ovada, from which you can continue by car.
Information
Municipality of Tagliolo Monferrato, tel. +39 0143 89171. We recommend checking times and access procedures with the Municipality before the event.
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Where does it take place — InCanto al Castello
Castello di Tagliolo Monferrato