Three Hundred Years of Neapolitan Songs

For centuries, Napoli has been one of the world’s great musical cities, producing songs and melodies recognized across the globe. Experience these vibrant songs and melodies with the young Italo-Canadese musicians of Festa Popolare. This performance will take you through three centuries of popular Neapolitan music, played on authentic instruments and sung in the iconic dialect. Join us for an unforgettable journey through Napoli’s musical legacy, where tradition and passion come to life in every note.

Bios

Roberto DiPlacido

Multi-instrumentalist Roberto DiPlacido is dedicated to bringing the beautiful, often lesser-known folk music traditions of Italy to Toronto. DiPlacido sings in multiple languages and plays a variety of instruments from southern and central Italy, offering an authentic and rich musical experience.

Christopher Tufaro

Christopher Tufaro is a versatile musician, composer, and teacher with a broad career spanning classical, jazz, rock, and R&B/funk music. Tufaro brings a diverse range of musical expertise, specializing in piano performances, and offers a unique perspective that enriches every genre he explores.

Antonio Cocuzzo

Known for his ability to blend musical traditions, Antonio Cocuzzo is a Canadian guitarist, composer, arranger, and educator. His musicianship has been described as “always in service to the music at hand, displaying mastery in contributing the right notes at the right time” – (Dr. Kim Perlak, Berklee College of Music).

Who is it for?

All ages

Cash bar onsite

Tickets : $15-20

Neapolitan Songs – Festa Populare – Adults | $20
Neapolitan Songs – Festa Populare – Senior/Student | $15

How to get tickets?

Buy online

 

Date: Thursday February 27, 2025 | 7:30 – 9pm EST

Venue & Address

Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, North York, ON M6B 4E7, Canada

Wheelchair accessible

Paid Parking

Accessible by Public Transport