The students of the Ocarinando Project take the stage to showcase the fruits of their training. From adult classes to young learners, a single melody unites generations. The opening performance will be by the Melos Bene Ocarina Quartet.

A concert that blends the tradition of the ocarina with the rhythms of jazz. Special guest: Federico Califano with his saxophone.

The second performance of the Ocarinando Project featuring the students of the courses "Ciceroni in Musica" and "Suoniamo l'Ocarina"

A special guided tour of the Ocarina Museum of Budrio, enriched by musical interludes featuring the ocarina, with students from the "Ciceroni ai Musei" project.

A new venue for the Festival's opening concert, featuring the group that carries on the century-old tradition of the ocarina.

Eight groups from across the globe take turns performing in the beautiful "Sala Ottagonale" inside the Torri dell'Acqua in Budrio: a preview where Italy meets the Far East.

From China to Korea and the United States, the sound of the ocarina has captivated and inspired countless musicians and ensembles. In this special evening at the Consortium Theater, we have the privilege of listening to some of the world’s finest artists, who have brought the profound poetry of the Budriese instrument to life with remarkable variety.

Ocarithon, second day: soloists and ensembles from around the world, united by their shared passion for the ocarina.

A workshop led by musician and instrument maker Robert Hickman, offering participants the opportunity to explore Irish sound through the ocarina.

The best Saturday night! With DJ-Set and ocarinas!

A stroll through Budrio with the ocarina, discovering its origins and the places from which it took flight to conquer the world.

In this unique workshop, Kurt Posch will share his passion for crafting ocarinas—"a fascinating and intriguing instrument"—with the audience.

Ocarinists of today and tomorrow come together on a single stage: a youth orchestra of 40 members, starting at the age of 13, passionately embracing the art of their Masters.

Simone Grassi and Francesco Coiro present the results of their research on the history and global spread of the ocarina: an adventurous and compelling story, written by two true sons of Budrio.

Pastor Ed. Mezzetti, accompanied by ocarinists from the 'Vincenzino Grimaldi' Ocarina School, shares a story that highlights the importance of heritage, blending generations, land, and history.

A workshop led by musician and instrument maker Robert Hickman, offering participants the opportunity to explore Irish sound through the ocarina.

The perfect finale for the 2024 Ocarina Festival. Emiliano Bernagozzi's pupils, The GOB Soloists and one of the best ocarina orchestra in the East: the CTS Ocarina Orchestra.

A contemporary reworking by Maurizio Garuti of the original work by Giulio Cesare Croce: a musical fairy tale in which the musical tradition of the 16th and 17th centuries is combined with the versatility of the ocarina, giving shape to a historically informed show, coloured by the sound of one of the most skilful crossover ensembles on the European scene, over which the performance of the multi-talented matador ELIO rises.

The result is a show in which you will be swept up, moved by Bertoldo's misadventures and laugh - at him and with him - at the irony with which he deals with them.

The students of the Ocarinando Project bring the results of their educational journey to the stage. From adult classes to the youngest students, a single melody that resonates from generation to generation.

A panel discussion moderated by Professor Pierfrancesco Pacoda, with a rich representation of the area, to highlight the impact of the traditional culture of a place on our present.

Second day of the Ocarinando project, with the students of Ochitamb, SenzatempO, the pupils of IC16 Bologna, and the duo from Japan, Fiori di Hiroshima.

A contemporary reworking by Maurizio Garuti of the original work by Giulio Cesare Croce: a musical fairy tale in which the musical tradition of the 16th and 17th centuries is combined with the versatility of the ocarina, giving shape to a historically informed show, coloured by the sound of one of the most skilful crossover ensembles on the European scene, over which the performance of the multi-talented matador ELIO rises.

The result is a show in which you will be swept up, moved by Bertoldo's misadventures and laugh - at him and with him - at the irony with which he deals with them.

The iconic magnificent concert with musicians from all over the world, united by the powerful symbol of the ocarina. Budrio, a gateway to the whole world.

The free workshop for children aged 8-11, organized by the Diapason Association, in collaboration with the Municipality of Budrio

The perfect Saturday night at the Torri dell'Acqua! Featuring beat maker Godblesscomputers and the ocarinas of Fabio Galliani.

Cristian Paolini will guide us on a visit to the Ocarina Museum in Budrio to discover the history of this unique instrument.

We bring back Robert Hickman's popular workshop exploring the amazing possibilities of the ocarina in Irish music. Exercises, demonstrations and experiments: fun for all.

A workshop on the history and construction of the chord psaltery, led by Luca Panetti with the assistance of Asaka Shirai. Participants will explore the functioning, tuning and maintenance of the instrument, while also experimenting with different repertoires on various zither models.

A guided visit of Villa Certani Vittori Venenti, a 17th century jewel in the Bolognese countryside.

The Gala evening of the Festival, featuring two important local musical institutions: the experience of the Gruppo Ocarinistico Budriese and the surprising heterogeneity of the BenTiVoglio Youth Orchestra.

Learn to play the ocarina from scratch in this workshop with Robert Hickman!

A guided visit, led by Succede solo a Bologna, to the 17th century Villa Ranuzzi Cospi in Bagnarola di Budrio, known as the Accademia dei Notturni. A place steeped in history and art, which has earned it the lasting title of "Little Bolognese Versailles."

During the conference 'The Ocarina in South America, past and present', Argentinian musician Eduardo Ghelli will talk about the spread of the ocarina in South America, its history and its role in the musical tradition.

On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the Italian Liberation, the Modena City Ramblers bring their "Appunti Resistenti" tour to Budrio!