Rossini Concerts
The G. Rossini Symphony Orchestra at the Ventidio Basso Theatre in Ascoli Piceno
About Rossini Concerts
Great Symphony Arrives in Ascoli Piceno
With The Rossini Concerts, the G. Rossini Symphony Orchestra of Pesaro makes its debut in Ascoli Piceno, bringing great symphonic music to the stage of the prestigious Ventidio Basso Theatre, an 18th-century gem in the heart of the historic center. The series is part of the Pesaro ensemble's programming, one of the most representative in the Marche region, and marks the beginning of an Ascoli initiative desired in collaboration with the Municipality of Ascoli Piceno.
A Program Between the 19th and 20th Centuries
The program of the series alternates masterpieces of the romantic repertoire with symphonic frescoes of the 20th century. It ranges from the luminous writing of Felix Mendelssohn, with the famous Violin Concerto and the "Italian" Symphony, to the brilliant An American in Paris by George Gershwin and the refined Sinfonietta by Francis Poulenc. There is also a tribute to the great film score composer Riz Ortolani, on the centenary of his birth.
The Ventidio Basso Theatre
The musical heart of the city, the Ventidio Basso Theatre is one of the most beloved historic theaters in the Marche. Overlooking the scenic Piazza del Popolo, with its famous travertine paving, it hosts opera, symphony, and drama seasons that attract a loyal audience from all over the province of Ascoli Piceno and beyond.
An Accessible Proposal for Everyone
Among the strengths of the series is the pricing policy: the single ticket is only 10 euros, with a reduction to 5 euros for young people under 30 and members of the Friends of the G. Rossini Symphony Orchestra association. A choice that brings classical music closer to a wide audience, especially new generations, with the support of the Marche Region and the Ministry of Culture.
Why It's Worth It
- The debut in Ascoli Piceno of one of the best symphony orchestras in the Marche
- Internationally renowned soloists, such as the German violinist Antje Weithaas
- A repertoire that combines great classics and 20th-century works
- The historic setting of the Ventidio Basso Theatre
- Popularly priced tickets, also designed for younger audiences
Rossini Concerts — edition 2026
The inaugural edition in Ascoli Piceno of the G. Rossini Symphony Orchestra brought two highly anticipated concerts to the Ventidio Basso Theatre, demonstrating the growing connection between the Pesaro ensemble and the Ascoli audience. The debut, dedicated to Felix Mendelssohn, featured an internationally renowned soloist; the second event concluded the season with a program of 20th-century and cosmopolitan scope. The series was realized in collaboration with the Municipality of Ascoli Piceno, with the support of the Marche Region and the Ministry of Culture.
Programme Rossini Concerts 2026
Saturday, February 28, 2026 — 9:00 PM
Tribute to Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy
- Concerto for violin and orchestra in E minor, Op. 64
- Symphony No. 4 in A major, Op. 90 "Italian"
Solo violin and conductor: Antje Weithaas
Sunday, April 19, 2026 — 6:00 PM
An American in Paris — conductor Daniele Rossi
- Francis Poulenc — Sinfonietta
- George Gershwin — An American in Paris
- Noris Borgogelli — "For Your 100th", tribute to Riz Ortolani on the centenary of his birth
Highlights Rossini Concerts 2026
Prices Rossini Concerts 2026
Practical information — Rossini Concerts
Where
Ventidio Basso Theatre, Piazza del Popolo, 63100 Ascoli Piceno (AP), Marche.
How to get there
By train: Ascoli Piceno station, a few minutes from the historic center. By car: Ascoli Piceno exit of the Ascoli-Mare highway (A14 junction). The historic center is largely pedestrianized, with parking nearby (Torricella Parking, ex Gil).
Tickets
Single ticket 10 euros; reduced price 5 euros for under 30s and members of the Friends of the G. Rossini Symphony Orchestra. Presale at the Ventidio Basso Theatre ticket office (tel. 0736 298770) and online on Vivaticket.
Information
Official orchestra website: www.orchestrarossini.it.
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Where does it take place — Rossini Concerts
Teatro Ventidio Basso
Piazza del Popolo, 63100 Ascoli Piceno