MUSIC
Enjoy a trip immersed in music, inspired by Euterpe, the Muse of flute-playing. Her name means 'well-pleasing' in ancient Greek, derived from 'to please (terpo)'.
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TARAS' TIPS:
“Explore the connections between mythology and ancient Greek and Roman civilisation with the music of the Baroque and Romantic periods in Europe, giving rise to opera and the masterpieces of Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert. Read and learn all about the stories behind the music in the inspirational settings of Rome or London.”
Discover the history behind Mozart's classically-inspired operas, such as Apollo and Hyacynthus, Il Sogno di Scipione or Lucio Silla, before attending a performance during your trip, at an opera house of your choice.
ITALY
The Amphitheatre of Verona
SCROLL THROUGH SOME OF EUTERPE'S SUGGESTIONS
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Classically Inspired Themes in Opera
The origins of opera in the 17th century are closely intertwined with classical inspirations, mostly from the fascinating stories of Greco-Roman mythology. Explore these origins as you enjoy this regal art-form in the world capitals of opera, including Rome, Milan, Vienna, Berlin, Paris and London.
SAMPLE ITINERARY
INSPIRED BY EUTERPE
Begin your exploration of opera by travelling to Naples and visiting Teatro di San Carlo. Then take advantage of your time in the area by heading to the plethora of sites that date back to Greek and Roman times, from Pompeii and Herculaneum to Vesuvius and the Flavian amphitheater.
CLASSICALLY INSPIRED THEMES IN OPERA
6 Nights
STOP ONE
Delve into the History of Opera
Travel to Naples to begin your exploration into the history of opera with a performance at the Teatro San Carlo. Whilst you're there, why not visit historical Greek and Roman sites such as Pompeii and Herculaneum?
STOP THREE
Visiting Roman Amphitheaters
STOP TWO
Visit Naples...
or Rome?
Spend another day in the Bay of Naples (which boasts two of the three largest amphitheatres in the world), or move on to the eternal city of Rome, offering a spectacular ancient setting to operatic performances at the Baths of Caracalla.
STOP FOUR
Experiencing life in
Verona
Verona provides the spectacular setting of an open-aired, Roman amphitheatre, and choosing this option allows you to split your time with Venice or Milan.
Verona is renowned for its charm, food and wine and Milan for La Scala, the Duomo and for being one of the fashion capitals of the world.
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