Our Mission

Welcome to the

Lunigiana International Music Festival!

Based on an idea of local musicians, Andrea Rossi, Tuscany Opera Ensemble Conductor and trombonist, and Chantal Balestri, former president of the World Piano Teachers Association (NY section) and concert pianist, the Lunigiana International Music Festival was born in 2018 with its inaugural season which took place in the medieval town of Fivizzano in beautiful Tuscany.

The Festival has two main missions:

Mission

The First

The first mission is to provide young talented musicians from all around the world with one of a kind opportunity to be inspired by today world-renowned musicians and music pedagogues and to gain further knowledge on the music industry and how to develop a career in it. 

We aim to involve young musicians from every corner in the world, no matter of geographical and financial barriers.

 

Mission

The Second

The second mission is to act as a point of reference in the cultural life in Lunigiana.

The Lunigiana is an amazing region in North Tuscany, and we are so eager to show you the beauty around us. Please check our dedicate section!

Welcome to the VIII edition of the Lunigiana International Music Festival!

SAVE THE DATES: JULY 17-27, 2025!

Applications for 2025 are officially open! Please proceed to your favorite program on the tab “How to apply” and then proceed through our Acceptd page. This year we have the following programs:

  • Piano programs (Piano & Piano 4 hands)
  • Strings program (Violin, Viola, Cello)
  • Winds Program (Flute, Horn)
  • Voice Program
  • Chamber Music Programs (chamber music with Piano, with Strings, with Winds)
  • Baroque Music Program
  • Contemporary Music Program (for musicians and composers)

 

In the meantime, if you need any clarification, please contact us at info@lunigianamusicfestival.com

Thank you and see you in Lunigiana!