Onde – Free Concerts at the Museo Egizio
Free morning concerts in the Gallery of Kings at the Museo Egizio in Turin
About Onde
Music among the pharaohs: the Onde series
Onde is the free concert series at the Museo Egizio in Turin, hosted in the evocative Gallery of Kings, surrounded by the imposing statues of Egyptian sovereigns and the sculptures of the lioness goddess Sekhmet. One Sunday a month, the museum's most spectacular hall turns into an intimate auditorium where live music engages in a dialogue with thousands of years of history. In 2026, the series expands to become a staple of Turin's cultural calendar, with twelve morning concerts scheduled from January to December.
A diverse program, from Baroque to jazz
The core theme of Onde is the idea of sound as a wave traveling through time and space, capable of connecting distant eras and languages. The program is intentionally broad, spanning various genres:
- Baroque music and classical chamber repertoire;
- Jazz and improvisation;
- Contemporary music and minimalism;
- East-West fusions, featuring instruments such as the bansuri, Indian harmonium, and accordion;
- Flute and harp ensembles, saxophone quartets, percussion, and cello.
Each concert features different performers, ranging from young talents to established musicians, in a journey that celebrates both tradition and sonic exploration.
A collaboration between Turin's institutions
Onde was born from the collaboration between the Museo Egizio and three local musical entities: the Orchestra Filarmonica di Torino, the “Giuseppe Verdi” State Conservatory, and the Fondazione Merz. Each partner curates a portion of the program, bringing different sensibilities and repertoires to the Gallery of Kings: from the rigor of the Conservatory's classical tradition to the sonic experiments of the Fondazione Merz, and the symphonic breadth of the Orchestra Filarmonica.
Accessible culture in the heart of Turin
The hallmark of Onde is that it is free of charge: all concerts offer free admission upon reservation, aiming to bring the public closer to music and, simultaneously, to the museum's collections. During the morning performances, attendees are free to explore the Gallery of Sekhmet, enjoying an experience that blends listening with contemplation. The series confirms the Museo Egizio's role not only as a world-class archaeological institution but also as a vibrant space for music and culture in the city of Turin and the Piedmont region.
Onde — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of Onde brings twelve morning concerts to the Gallery of Kings at the Museo Egizio in Turin, one Sunday a month at 11:00 AM, from January to December.
Scheduled performances include: January 18, From Courts to Tango (Conservatorio “G. Verdi”, accordionist Ivan Homolskyi); February 22, Diacronia (Fondazione Merz, with Gianni Gebbia and Willy Merz); March 15, Metamorphosis (Orchestra Filarmonica di Torino, cello); and others such as Transparencies, Reflections of Enchantment, Two of a Mind, Fusions, Sax Appeal, and Inventions on December 13 with the Le Châtelier Quartet. All concerts are free with mandatory reservation.
Programme Onde 2026
2026 Concert Calendar (Sundays, 11:00 AM)
- January 18 – From Courts to Tango (Conservatorio “G. Verdi”) – Ivan Homolskyi, accordion
- February 22 – Diacronia (Fondazione Merz) – Gianni Gebbia, soprano sax and bansuri flutes; Willy Merz, Indian harmonium
- March 15 – Metamorphosis (Orchestra Filarmonica di Torino) – Matteo Fabi, cello
- April 19 – East, West & More
- May 24 – Percussions Transformer
- June 28 – Transparencies – flute and harp
- July 19 – Reflections of Enchantment – harp and flute
- August 23 – Two of a Mind – jazz
- September 20 – Fusions – cello and percussion
- October 18 – Sax Appeal – Conservatory Saxophone Quartet
- November 15 – A Stroll Through Europe – harp
- December 13 – Inventions – Le Châtelier Quartet
Highlights Onde 2026
- Twelve free concerts, one per month, throughout 2026
- Unique setting in the Gallery of Kings, among the statues of pharaohs and the goddess Sekhmet
- Diverse program: Baroque, jazz, contemporary, and East-West fusions
- Collaboration with Orchestra Filarmonica di Torino, Conservatorio “G. Verdi”, and Fondazione Merz
Prices Onde 2026
Practical information — Onde
Location
Museo Egizio, Gallery of Kings (Gallery of Sekhmet), Via Accademia delle Scienze 6, 10123 Turin (Piedmont).
When
One Sunday a month, from January to December 2026, at 11:00 AM.
Admission and reservation
Free concerts with mandatory reservation; spots are limited. Reservations are made month-by-month via the museum's online ticketing system. Concerts are standing-room only: there is no seating in the hall.
How to get there
The Museo Egizio is located in the historic center of Turin, just a short walk from Piazza Castello. It is easily accessible by metro (Porta Nuova stop) and numerous tram and bus lines. It is about a 10-minute walk from the Turin Porta Nuova train station.
Contact
Tel. +39 011 5617776 (Monday-Saturday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM) – [email protected]
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Where does it take place — Onde
Museo Egizio - Galleria dei Re
Via Accademia delle Scienze 6, 10123 Torino