The Itinerary "Sounds and Visions of Caravaggio" includes a guided tour in Doria Pamphilj Palace, one of the most prestigious Ancient Art Galleries in Rome, and an enthralling live performance in the superb "Sala del Trono" (throne room). The musicians will perform playing the same instruments of Caravaggio age, which are also present in many paintings by the Artist.
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Galleria Doria Pamphilj, Via del Corso 305, Rome
Saturdays at 11:00
Guided visit with live baroque music in one of the most prestigious seats in Rome.
Through the universal language of Music, our itineraries disclose the great masterpieces by Michelangelo, Caravaggio, Bernini and many more artists that have made Rome a unique city in the world. An unforgettable experience, where knowledge becomes intense emotion. You will discover the history and the secrets of immortal works of art while listening to the greatest composers’ music performed using the original musical instruments of that time.
The Itineraries start with an introduction to the works of art of the site, followed by a musical performance, a time window that makes the audience delve into the works through sounds. Music is the nonverbal language par excellence. It is able to demolish linguistic barriers, cancel distances in space and time, stimulate emotions and imagination. It represents the voice of the work itself.
Sounds and Visions of Caravaggio
Experience a guided visit with live Baroque music in one of the most prestigious venues in Rome. This itinerary includes the great masterpieces by Caravaggio, Raphael, Titian, Bernini, Velazquez, and many more - artists that made Rome a unique city in the world. You will discover the history and the secrets of immortal works of art while listening to the music of some of the greatest composers, performed using the original musical instruments of that time.
Michelangelo Merisi, called "Caravaggio" (approx. 1572-1610), is the most representative artist of the Roman Baroque. Some of his most important paintings are exhibited at the Doria Pamphilj Palace, such as Maddalena penitente (The Penitent Magdalene) and Fuga in Egitto (The Flight into Egypt). The Gallery also hosts an impressively large collection of paintings, sculptures and art works by worldwide renowned artists such as Raphael, Titian, Bernini, Velazquez and many more.
Music from the itinerary "Sounds and Visions of Caravaggio" has been used in the short film "Visions of Caravaggio", winner of numerous national and international awards, and is available in a multilingual DVD.
Cancellation Policy
Once a confirmation code has been assigned to your reservation, we can refund the cost minus a service fee (reservation fee and online booking fee) for cancellations up to 1 week before the event. Cancellations less than one week before your booked event and no-shows are not refundable.