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Teatro Comunale
This hall is the main venue for opera in Florence, and was originally built as an open-air amphitheatre, opened in 1862. Shortly aftwerward, this venue became the focus of the city’s cultural life. The theatre was modernized in 1961 after being closed for refurbishment for three years. It reopened as a smaller hall, seating 2,000 instead of 6,000, and boasting an acoustically improved elliptical auditorium, a large orchestra pit and two semicircular galleries in addtion to a row of box seats. The theatre also contains the Piccolo Teatro, which is a small modern hall seating about 600. The Teatro Comunale has been partially destroyed twice, by bombs during World War II and by a flood in 1966, yet both times has been rebuilt into an even more beautiful and practical concert space. For many Florentines it symbolizes the strength of the city’s artistic culture.
The Teatro Comunale is also the home of Florence’s main orchestra, L’Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino. It has also been the location of the famous annual music festival, Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, since 1937. The operas put on here tend to be lavish and popular spectacles, with a highly renowned costume and stage design staff. Many of the most important musicians and conductors of their time have performed here, such as Maria Callas who made her debut here, as well as Paul Hindemith, Bela Bartok, Igor Stravinsky, Karlheinz Stockhausen and Luciano Berio. The opera season in Florence begins in September.
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Corso Italia 16
50123
Florence
Tel: +39 (0)935 564767
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Santa Maria de’Ricci
This small, charming church is a popular concert venue, and also contains a number of beautiful paintings. Concerts are often put on almost daily, by well-known groups as well as emerging local artists, and most performances are free. The church is home to a lovely organ, and organ concerts are some of the most common events. Many concerts here are given by candlelight, making them an intimate and atmospheric experience. During the month of August, there are hour-long performances every evening at 9 pm, usually of well-known pieces.
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Via del Corso
50122
Florence
Tel: +39 (0)55 215044
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Church of Orsanmichele
This ancient church was designed by the architect Arnolfo di Cambio in 1209, and was originally used as a marketplace. It became a church many years later, and was then decorated with many Gothic embellishments inside and out. The well-known Florentine Chamber Orchestra performs a regular concert series here, usually in the fall. Throughout the rest of the year, a wide variety of concerts are given, mostly by local musicians. Tickets are available from the box office or at the door an hour before the concert begins.
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Via Calzaiuoli
50123
Florence
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Teatro Verdi
This theatre is most well-known for its performances of opera and ballet, though orchestra and chamber music concerts take place here as well. The Sunday afternoon shows are particularly popular, and run during the Jan - April season. The Teatro Verdi is home to the Orchestra della Toscana (www.orchestradellatoscana.it), and they perform here regularly during the months of Dec - May. There are also occasional theatrical performances at this venue.
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Via Ghibellina 99-101
50122
Florence
Tel: +39 (0)55 212320
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Dolce Zucchero
This is one of the prime locations to hear live jazz and pop music bands in Florence. It is a recent addition to the city’s nightlife scene and has proved immensely popular with people of all ages. The hall is attractive, with high ceilings and a small dance floor. Most groups are Italian, though several American bands perform here as well.
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Via dei Pandolfini 36 - 38r
50100
Florence
Tel: +39 (0)55 2477894
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The Jazz Club
This is a wonderful place to hear top-notch jazz, and has a devoted audience of regulars. Friday and Saturday nights are the times of live concerts, and the groups play sets far into the night. The atmosphere is warm and informal, and visitors can chat and socialize during the performances.
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Via Nuova dei Caccini 3
Florence
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