Ripainlirica — International Lyrical Singing Competition Cappuccilli Prize
The international lyrical competition in the hometown of baritone Piero Cappuccilli
About Ripainlirica
Lyrical Singing in Ripabottoni
Ripainlirica is the International Lyrical Singing Competition "Cappuccilli Prize" held annually in early August in Ripabottoni (CB). The festival was established in 2018 as a tribute to the great Verdi baritone Piero Cappuccilli, one of the most celebrated interpreters of the 20th century and a friend of Luciano Pavarotti, whose family origins are linked to this village in Basso Molise.
Auditions and Final Evening
The competition attracts young opera singers from all over the world, who perform over several days of auditions before a qualified jury. The highlight is the final evening, with the award ceremony for the winners, hosted in the evocative setting of Palazzo Cappuccilli. The artistic direction is curated in collaboration with the Piero Cappuccilli Foundation.
A Village for a Great Voice
Ripainlirica has transformed Ripabottoni into a small but recognized stage for opera music, capable of combining the valorization of the Molise territory with the promotion of young bel canto talents, in the name of one of the most beloved Verdi voices of all time.
Ripainlirica — edition 2026
In 2026 too, Ripabottoni (CB) will host Ripainlirica, the International Lyrical Singing Competition Cappuccilli Prize, expected in early August. The format with multiple audition days and the final evening at Palazzo Cappuccilli is confirmed, open to young opera singers from around the world.
Programme Ripainlirica 2026
Precise dates, regulations, and the 2026 jury will be published by the organization (Associazione Ripainlirica and Fondazione Piero Cappuccilli) in the preceding months. Based on recent editions, the structure includes:
- First days of August — competitor auditions before the jury
- Final evening at Palazzo Cappuccilli — performances by finalists and award ceremony
The detailed musical program and the names of the finalists will be announced closer to the event.
Highlights Ripainlirica 2026
The final evening at Palazzo Cappuccilli, with young bel canto talents competing for the Cappuccilli Prize.
Prices Ripainlirica 2026
Practical information — Ripainlirica
How to get there
Ripabottoni (CB) is reached by car; about 35 km from Campobasso. The evenings are held at Palazzo Cappuccilli.
When
First days of August (in recent editions, approximately August 1-4).
Admission
The final evening is generally open to the public; information available from the organization.
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Where does it take place — Ripainlirica
Palazzo Cappuccilli