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Stresa Music Festival

Stresa Music Festival – The Settimane Musicali di Stresa
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CONCERTS & OTHER EVENTS

A unique festival:
The Settimane Musicali di Stresa Festival was inaugurated in 1962 and is part of the European Festivals Association. Nestled in the enchanting setting of Lake Maggiore, the Stresa Festival stands as a pinnacle of artistic excellence. It blends the charm of classical, jazz, and contemporary music with the stunning backdrop of Northern Italy’s natural beauty. Each summer, from July to September, the festival transforms the picturesque towns around the lake into vibrant stages for world-class performances.

Program and talent:
The Stresa Music Festival is renowned for its eclectic program, which showcases both acclaimed international artists and emerging talents. Attendees are treated to a rich array of concerts, ranging from orchestral masterpieces and operatic grandeur to intimate jazz sessions and innovative contemporary performances. Whether held in the historical venues of Stresa, the quaint streets of Gignese, or the majestic Orta San Giulio, each concert uniquely celebrates music and culture.

Not-to-miss-experience:
Beyond the music, the festival is an immersive experience that invites guests to connect with the region’s cultural heritage, offering concerts and a gateway to explore Lake Maggiore’s lush landscapes, culinary delights, and serene waters. The Stresa Festival is not just an event; it’s a journey into the heart of music, set in one of Italy’s most picturesque locales—a truly unforgettable experience that resonates long after the final note.

Locations:
The events take place in various venues, including the Hermitage Santa Caterina del Sasso, the auditorium “La Fabbrica” in Villadossola, the Visconteo Castle in Vogogna, the Borromeo Castle in Angera, Villa Ponti in Arona, The Chiesa Madonna di Campagna and Villa San Remigio in Verbania, the Chiesa Vecchia in Belgirate and the Basilica San Giulio in Orta.

Pictures courtesy of the Stresa Music Festival.

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2025

 

July 17, 2025
Irish Traditional Music, concert
9:30 PM – Isola Bella

July 18, 2025
The Fantastic Five, concert
9:00 PM – Isola Madre

July 19, 2025
Ana Carla Maza – Caribe World Tour, concert
9:00 PM – Stresa

July 23, 2025
Radici, concert
9:00 PM – Isola Bella

July 25, 2025
Passion, concert
9:00 PM – Isola Bella

July 26, 2025
Suite for a Lake, concert
9:00 PM – Stresa

July 30, 2025
Delicatoni, concert
9:00 PM – Isola dei Pescatori

July 31, 2025
Paesaggi Sonori, concert
9:00 PM – Isola dei Pescatori

August 1, 2025
Semplicemente Frida in Tour, concert
9:00 PM – Isola dei Pescatori

August 3, 2025
Concerto degli Amici del Festival, concert
9:00 PM – Gignese

August 19, 2025
Bach I Brandeburghesi, concert
8:00 PM – Stresa

August 20, 2025
Head Heart, concert
8:00 PM – Angera

August 21, 2025
Bach Solo Suite I, concert
8:30 PM – Leggiuno

August 22, 2025
Bach Solo Suite II, concert
8:30 PM – Leggiuno

August 23, 2025
Stabat Mater, concert
8:00 PM – Stresa

August 26, 2025
Impressions Parisiennes, concert
8:00 PM – Stresa

August 27, 2025
Tabula Rasa, concert
8:00 PM – Stresa

August 28, 2025
Solo Marimba, concert
8:30 PM – Isola Bella

August 30, 2025
Over the Rainbow, concert
8:00 PM – Stresa

August 31, 2025
Folk Songs, concert
8:00 PM – Carpugnino

September 2, 2025
Don Giovanni, opera
7:30 PM – Isola dei Pescatori

September 3, 2025
Don Giovanni, opera
7:30 PM – Isola dei Pescatori

September 4, 2025
Le Violoniste du Diable, concert
8:00 PM – Arona

September 5, 2025
Perpetuum, concert
8:00 PM – Lesa

September 6, 2025
London Symphony, concert
8:00 PM – Stresa