With the boys and girls from the Backstage program

Behind every spotlight that turns on, there is an invisible world made of coordination, care, and heartbeats. It is here, within the walls of the Torri dell’Acqua, that the young participants of the Fondazione Entroterre ETS Backstage Project have learned to give shape to dreams: from the effort of technical organization to the magic of programming.

Today, that journey blossoms in Il respiro dell’ocarina – Lo spirito della musica, the final outcome that sees the participants move from “behind the scenes” into the spotlight. On stage, a duet of ocarinas and a solo voice will tell the story of a community coming together.

There is Greta’s emotion, who sought connection with others; Elisa’s passion, who has been playing the ocarina for seven years and now trembles slightly at her debut; and Pietro’s curiosity, who wanted to peek behind the secrets of the theatrical machine. Together with Imen and all the others, they invite the citizens of Budrio to join—a call to share an authentic moment of life, where every note is the breath of a new generation.

MUSICAL PROGRAM

Inno alla gioia
Magica Favola – Arisa
Always With Me – Joe Hisaishi
Gabriel’s Oboe – Ennio Morricone
Piazza Grande – Lucio Dalla

Curated byDiapason Progetti Musicali APS Association
with
the pupils of music courses: 1st Year, Intermedio and SenzatempO

the students of Public Schools:
IC16 Bologna OcarinOrchestra
Scuola di Musica “M. Mascagni” di Medicina
IC Statale di Taglio di Po, Ariano nel Polesine e Corbola – Plesso “E. Maestri”
IC Statale n. 1 Imola
eL’Isola dei Piccoli Passi APS Association

and the duet from Japan
Flowers of Hiroshima

The final performance of Ocarinando celebrates this unique instrument as a true bridge between cultures, capable of starting from the deep roots of Budrio and ideally embracing the entire planet. The sonic journey unfolds through a constant dialogue between different traditions: from Italian folk melodies to the repertoires of continental Europe, reaching as far as evocative international influences. In this context, the ocarina confirms itself as a universal voice, able to interpret with the same intensity Emilian liscio, European folk, and overseas sounds, demonstrating a versatility that transcends every geographical barrier.

The ocarina at the center of the ensemble

Alongside its international scope, great emphasis is placed on the educational value of the project. The ocarina ceases to be merely a traditional instrument and becomes the cornerstone of innovative learning paths, where ensemble music blends with continuous technical growth. The audience will be able to experience engaging performances in which students and teachers share the stage, giving life to an artistic exchange that combines the joy of play with the precision of execution. This closing event is not just a concert, but a testament to how musical learning can transform a historical tradition into a modern, vibrant, and accessible language for all.

Curated by Associazione Diapason Progetti Musicali APS

The Ocarinando project continues with its second phase, bringing the stage to life with the enthusiasm of over 200 young musicians. This key stage, organized by the Diapason Progetti Musicali APS Association, expands its reach to include not only the Budrio Educational Directorate but also the Primary and Lower Secondary Schools of the State Comprehensive Institute. The goal remains the same: to entrust the historical and artistic value of the ocarina to the new generation, making the students active participants in local culture.

The event unfolds in two engaging sessions.
The first session features a large group of over 100 students, combining the voices and instruments of the fourth- and fifth-grade students from Vedrana and Mezzolara Primary Schools with those from the secondary school.
The second session showcases 85 students from the Budrio Educational Directorate, from classes 4°D, 4°E, 5°D, and 5°E.

Together, these young musicians create a collective narrative across different age groups, demonstrating how the ocarina tradition remains a living language, capable of uniting the entire school district in a single, vibrant community project.

4th and 5th grade students from the Budrio School District
Curated by Diapason Progetti Musicali APS Association

The Ocarinando project, a cornerstone of local music education, will dedicate this first session entirely to the fourth- and fifth-grade classes of the Budrio Educational Directorate. Organized by the Diapason Progetti Musicali APS Association, the initiative aims to teach new generations the historical and artistic value of the ocarina, turning students into young ambassadors of the city’s tradition.

The event involves 143 students from the fourth and fifth grades, ready to pass on the historical and artistic significance of the city’s symbolic instrument.

1st Session (Performance: 10:00–10:45)
The first group includes 68 students from classes 4°A, 4°F, 5°B, and 5°C.

2nd Session (Performance: 12:00–12:45)
The second session involves 75 students from classes 4°B, 4°C, 5°A, and 5°F.

This event sets the tone for the official celebrations, marking the first step in integrating the school community into the city’s cultural identity and the Festival program.

The OCALAB project is a high-level educational and cultural initiative organized by the Diapason Progetti Musicali APS Association of Budrio, created to celebrate the ocarina as the beating heart of local tradition. Through a playful and hands-on approach, the workshop aims to make the city’s iconic instrument accessible to children aged 9 to 11.

Participation is open to everyone and requires no prior musical experience, promoting an inclusive environment focused on the joy of discovering sound. Activities take place at the Budrio Municipal Auditorium, where the Association provides ocarinas on free loan to support learning and ensure an engaging experience.

Educational Workshop

The day is the last of seven meetings organised by the Diapason Progetti Musicali Association, as part of the “Saturday with the Ocarina” initiative, which, in collaboration with the Municipality of Budrio, is dedicated to promoting the musical heritage of the city among children.

The ocarina is an incredibly versatile, fun, and stimulating instrument, well-suited for educational purposes. This free workshop is aimed at students aged 8 to 11 and is designed to welcome both new participants and children already enrolled in the program.
Children can join the group at any time, following a modular curriculum that allows everyone to learn with ease.

Materials, including ocarinas, will be provided.
The workshop will be held in Italian.

The event

The ‘Ocarinando’ project of the association Diapason Progetti Musicali APS brings music into schools and this day is its worthy culmination. Experienced ocarinists, students and teachers will come together in various performances.

In questa mattina si esibiranno gli allievi del programma “Suoniamo l’ocarina”.

Promosso dall’Associazione Progetti Musicali APS, “Suoniamo l’ocarina” è un progetto di Educazione Musicale rivolto alle scuole primarie di Budrio, Mezzolara e Vedrana, offerto gratuitamente dal Comune di Budrio alle classi terze. I suoi obiettivi:

• To deepen the connection with this territory and in particular with music, story and culture of Budrio.
• To make teachers aware of the uniqueness of Budrio’s musical and cultural heritage, with a particular emphasis on the ocarina tradition;
• To enhance the musical knowledge of each student, enabling them to express themselves correctly using specific musical vocabulary.
• To bolster musical knowledge, starting with the direct experience of Budrio’s popular instrumental music.

The event

In this second part of the project created and coordinated by the Diapason Progetti Musicali Association, students from the Ochitamb program (children aged 8 to 11), SenzatempO (adult course), the young members of OcarinOrchestra (students from IC16 Bologna), and other students from local primary and secondary schools, will celebrate the culmination of their educational journey. They will be joined by two special guests from Japan, the duo Hiroshima Flowers.

It is an event that brings together different cultures and traditions, in which the ocarina becomes a catalyst for friendship and closeness.
The pieces performed celebrate the ocarina and its hometown, Budrio.

Musical programs

Fiori di Hiroshima
Chisato Nakahara AND ASAKA SHIRAI

• Amazing Grace
• A Very Distant Light
• Hiroshima – Peace Clock Tower
• The City of Cherry Blossoms in the Land of Evening Calm

pupils of the workshop “saturday with the OCARINA”
conducted by CRISTIAN PAOLINI

• I ricordi di Nonno Arsenio (Perini/Spaccazocchi) – with the Municipal Ocarina School
• In discoteca (Perini/Spaccazocchi)

Schools of the “Ocarinando” project

Students from the Mordano Secondary School (IC1 Imola)
CONDUCTED by Fulvio Carpanelli.

• Il bidello infuriato
• Un dolce pensiero
• Il banchetto nuziale
• Il principe solitario
• Variazioni
• Nel saloon

OcarinOrchestra

It is the large vocal and instrumental ensemble of IC16 Bologna, which combines and integrates the Ocarina with the instruments from the school’s music program, as well as others played by the students themselves. The result is a dynamic formation in which all performers both sing and play. The chosen repertoire—mainly ethnic music—is specifically rearranged for this unique group, allowing for ample opportunities for co-construction and improvisation with the girls and boys.
The conductor is Professor Elide Melchioni.

1. La tabacchiera – trad. Francia
2. Amore mio non piangere – trad. Mondine
3. Schoscholoza – trad South Africa
4. Ipharadisi – trad South Africa
5. Pata Pata – M. Makeba

OCHITAMB
conducted by Cristian Paolini and Emanuela Napolitano

• Let it be, by Lennon-McCartney
• Hey jude, by Lennon-McCartney
• Respect, by O. Redding

SENZATEMPO
conducted by Cristian Paolini

• Fratello sole sorella luna, by R. Ortolani
• Samarcanda, by R. Vecchioni

municipal school of OCARINA “V.GRIMALDI”
conducted by Cristian Paolini and Federica Taglioli

Years I, II and Intermedio + OEBU

• Lied 
• I ricordi di Nonno Arsenio, by Perini/Spaccazocchi

 Years II and Intermedio + OEBU 

• Vitti ‘na crozza, by Li Causi
• Tamburino (trad.)

Intermedio + OEBU

• Pavana (trad.)
• Variazioni sul Canone di Pachelbel

OCARINA ENSEMBLE BUDRIO (OEBU)

• Barbiere di Siviglia: Cavatina di Figaro, Rossini
• Valzer Brillante, Verdi-Rota
• Va’ pensiero, Verdi

The event

The “Ocarinando” project, created by the Diapason Progetti Musicali Association, fosters musical education in schools, and tonight’s program serves as the perfect culmination of that effort. Professional musicians, students, and teachers will alternate in five performances.

The opening performance will be by the Melos Bene Ocarina Quartet, a remarkable ensemble from South Korea, only four years old but already well-known in Italy for their original and creative repertoire.

Following them will be students from the Diapason Progetti Musicali Association schools.

The Diapason Progetti Musicali Association is one of the leading institutions in Budrio’s music scene, offering educational programs such as “Ochitamb” (for tweens and teens), “SenzatempO” (for adults), and the group from the “Vincenzino Grimaldi” Ocarina School (for children aged 8-12).

Next, the OcarinOrchestra, the vocal and instrumental ensemble from IC16 Bologna, will take the stage. In this performance, the ocarina blends seamlessly with other instruments—both those learned in school, such as guitars, violins, keyboards, and clarinets, as well as other instruments played independently by the students. The result is a remarkable ensemble where every performer sings and plays a specially crafted repertoire inspired by ethnic music.

To conclude, students from the “Il Temporale” Music School in Bentivoglio and the Mascagni Music School in Medicina will bring the concert to a close.

MUSIC PROGRAMS

“Ochitamb” Group
Hit the Road Jack (P. Mayfield)
Cicale (A. Testa, T. De Vita, S. Testi, F. Miseria)
Lemon Tree (P. Freundenthaler)
Respect (O. Redding).

“SenzatempO” Group
Vois Sur Ton Chemin (B. Coulais)
The Addams Family (V. Mizzy)
Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head (B. Bacharach).

“Vincenzino Grimaldi” Ocarina School
I YEAR
“I tamburi di Bobo” (L- Perini)

I YEAR AND I ADVANCED YEAR
Baloons (trad.)
Lied (F. J. Haydn)

I ADVACED YEAR
Minuetto (J. Ph. Rameau)
Oh susanna (trad.)
Fratello Sole e sorella Luna (Brother Sun, Sister Moon) (R.Ortolani)

INTERMEDIATE GROUP
Pavane d’Angleterre (sec. XVI)
Baionetta in canna (trad.)
Vitti ‘na crozza (F. Li Causi)

OcarinOrchestra – directed by Professor Elide Melchioni
La tabacchiera – trad. France
Pastorale – trad. middle Italy
Amore mio non piangere – trad. Mondine
Ebola
Pizzica di San Paolo – trad. Lecce
Pata Pata – M. Makeba

IL TEMPORALE Music Schoo in Bentivoglio – directed by Emiliano Bernagozzi
I love ocarina (V. Billi)
Magia in musica (R. Vinciguerra)
Giovanni’s March (E. Bernagozzi)
Il piccolo bersagliere (R. Vinciguerra)

Mascagni Music School in Medicina
Canto della coccinella
Sogno di Ifra
Danza del gatto

The event

On this special day, the students of the “Ciceroni in Musica” and “Suoniamo l’Ocarina” celebrate the completion of their educational journey with two outstanding concerts.

Ciceroni in Musica

“Ciceroni ai musei” is a long-standing project at the IC of Budrio, coordinated by teachers Pinardi and Barbagallo, which for many years has involved students leading guided tours and performing music for visitors.

Suoniamo l’ocarina

“Suoniamo l’ocarina” is a free musical education project offered by the Municipality of Budrio for primary school of Budrio, Mezzolara and Vedrana. Its objectives are:

• To make teachers aware of the uniqueness of Budrio’s musical and cultural heritage, with a particular emphasis on the ocarina tradition;
• To enhance the musical knowledge of each student, enabling them to express themselves correctly using specific musical vocabulary.
• To bolster musical knowledge, starting with the direct experience of Budrio’s popular instrumental music.
• To deepen the connection with this territory and in particular with music, story and culture of Budrio.

10 A.M.

“Ciceroni in musica”
With an accurate selection of Renaissance and traditional songs.

“Suoniamo l’Ocarina”
3^D and 3^E classes of the Budrio School Institute, the 3^ of Mezzolara and the 3^ of Vedrana.
Music program:

• Il Nostro Blues (Our Blues)
• Zio Gaetano in Discoteca (Uncle Gaetano in the Disco)
• Girotondo (Ring a Ring o’ Roses)
• Nonno Arsenio (Grandpa Arsenio)
• Ponte Levatoio (Drawbridge)
• Il Bidello infuriato (The angry janitor)
• Gli uccellini (The little birds)
  

11.30 A.M.

“Suoniamo l’Ocarina”
3^A, 3^B, 3^C and 3^F classes of the Budrio’s School.
Same repertoire.