An International Opera Phenomena: The Maggio Musicale Fiorentino

Started in’33, the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino has become known as one of the first musical festivals in Italy that was founded by Vittorio Gui, an Italian conductor and composer. In’37, the opera festival became a biennial event. After’37, it became and annual event. However, this was not the case during the Second World War. Continue reading