MusicAnticaMagliano Festival
The early music festival in the castle of Magliano in Toscana
About MusicAnticaMagliano
An early music festival in the heart of Maremma
Every summer, the village of Magliano in Toscana, in the province of Grosseto, hosts MusicAnticaMagliano, one of the most highly regarded early music festivals in southern Tuscany. Organized by the cultural association Le Muse del Nespolo under the artistic direction of maestro Guido Morini, the festival was established in 2015 and has since built a loyal following of enthusiasts, drawing listeners from across the region to this small Maremma town.
The music of the 17th and 18th centuries
The festival's central theme is the great repertoire of the Baroque and late Renaissance eras: from the trio sonatas of Corelli and Vivaldi to Neapolitan works, and from the composers of the Grand Ducal court to the influences connecting East and West. Each evening is built around a specific theme and entrusted to ensembles and soloists specializing in historically informed performance, playing on period instruments or faithful reproductions. It is a journey through different eras and genres, designed for both connoisseurs and those discovering this repertoire for the first time.
The Giardino del Torrione and the village of Magliano
The main venue for the concerts is the Giardino del Torrione, an intimate and charming space within the walls of Magliano in Toscana. In case of bad weather, the performances move to the Pieve di San Martino. The setting of the medieval village, with its walls, narrow alleys, and historic buildings, helps make every concert an experience that blends music, architecture, and the landscape of the Maremma.
A project that grows year by year
Alongside the main concerts, the festival also dedicates space to young performers through the MusicAnticaMagliano Young project, which features emerging talents in early music in dedicated evening performances. The event is supported by the Municipality of Magliano in Toscana, the Tuscany Region, the Ministry of Culture, and the Fondazione CR Firenze, confirming the cultural significance this summer event in the province of Grosseto has achieved in just a few years.
Why it is worth attending
- Early music concerts with world-class performers
- The intimate and cozy atmosphere of the Giardino del Torrione
- One of the most picturesque medieval villages in the Tuscan Maremma
- Free admission with donations to support the association
MusicAnticaMagliano — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of MusicAnticaMagliano consists of four concerts, all hosted in the Giardino del Torrione of Magliano in Toscana. The program spans different eras and geographies of early music: from the European musical capital of the 17th and 18th centuries to Neapolitan pages, from the dialogue between East and West to the repertoire of the Grand Duke's court. Directed by maestro Guido Morini for the Le Muse del Nespolo association, the festival confirms its role as a key summer destination for early music in the Maremma.
Programme MusicAnticaMagliano 2026
Sunday, July 19 — 9:15 PM
"Music for a while" — Giardino del Torrione. A concert dedicated to London's role as a European musical capital during the 17th and 18th centuries.
- Furio Zanasi, baritone
- Guido Morini, harpsichord
Sunday, July 26 — 9:15 PM
"Ex orientis lux" — Giardino del Torrione. Early music as a bridge between East and West.
- Theatrum Instrumentorum (vocals, vielle, oud, percussion)
Saturday, August 1 — 9:00 PM
"Storie di Napoli" — Giardino del Torrione. An evening from the MusicAnticaMagliano Young project dedicated to the Neapolitan school.
- MusicAnticaMagliano Young Project, featuring soprano Valentina Varriale and string ensemble, directed by Patrizia Varone
Saturday, August 8 — 9:15 PM
"Musica al tempo del Granduca" — Giardino del Torrione. Pietro Leopoldo and the musicians of his court.
- Laura Pontecorvo, transverse flute
- Cristina Vidoni, cello
- Guido Morini, harpsichord
- Mirio Tozzini, narrator
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How to get there
Magliano in Toscana is located in the province of Grosseto, in the Maremma region. By car, it can be reached from the SS1 Aurelia highway by taking the exit towards the inland area; the provincial capital, Grosseto, is about 28 km away. The nearest train station is in Grosseto, which is connected to the town by bus or taxi.
Concert Venue
Concerts are held at the Giardino del Torrione, located within the historic village. In case of bad weather, they will be moved to the Pieve di San Martino.
Admission
Admission is free, with donations encouraged to support the organizing association, Le Muse del Nespolo.
Information
Official website: musicanticamagliano.it — Phone: +39 349 524 1324.
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Where does it take place — MusicAnticaMagliano
Giardino del Torrione