La Notte dei Serpenti

La Notte dei Serpenti, the musical ritual of Abruzzo in Pescara

La Notte dei Serpenti is one of the largest musical events of the Abruzzo summer: a true major concert with free admission held at the Stadio del Mare in Pescara, in the heart of the Adriatic city. Conceived and directed by Maestro Enrico Melozzi, a composer, conductor, and cellist from Teramo, the event was born with the aim of rediscovering and reinterpreting the musical and folk heritage of Abruzzo, bringing it to a national stage.

A bridge between tradition and modernity

The heart of the show is the fusion of traditional Abruzzese songs, the grand orchestra conducted by Melozzi, and contemporary sounds. Ancient melodies, choirs, folk dances, and modern arrangements intertwine in a single, grand collective narrative. The event's imagery is deeply rooted in the region's culture: the cult of Saint Dominic and the figure of the Goddess Angizia, with the snake as an ancestral and spiritual symbol, evoke the famous tradition of the snake handlers of Cocullo and the archaic soul of the Marsica and Abruzzo lands.

An event of national reach

Over the years, La Notte dei Serpenti has featured great names of Italian music alongside local artists, drawing tens of thousands of spectators to the Stadio del Mare. The show is recorded live and broadcast in prime time on Rai networks, becoming an exceptional showcase for Abruzzo, its locations, and its traditions. The event is supported by the Abruzzo Region, in collaboration with the municipalities of Pescara and Teramo, and involves local choirs and choral associations.

Pescara and Teramo as protagonists

While the Stadio del Mare in Pescara serves as the stage, the preparation of the event also involves the city of Teramo, which hosts rehearsals open to the public in the weeks leading up to the concert. La Notte dei Serpenti is thus much more than a concert: it is a cultural journey that unites two cities and the entire region around the rediscovery of their musical identity.