Curated by Diapason Progetti Musicali APS

The guided tour of the Ocarina Museum in Budrio is the perfect cultural complement to the hands-on workshop, offering an in-depth experience for anyone wishing to discover the magic of this instrument. Designed to engage families and the wider community, the tour highlights the local historical heritage while passionately conveying the significance and evolution of the ocarina over time.

The visit unfolds as a journey through music and history, bringing the instrument’s origins to life through a highly interactive approach. Led by experts, the explanations avoid rigid theory in favor of an engaging method that sparks curiosity. A highlight of the one-hour tour is the live sound demonstration, providing a unique opportunity to appreciate the ocarina’s musical nuances and versatility—a simple yet extraordinary object capable of transforming clay into pure melody.

Curated by Succede Solo a Bologna

The Consortium Theatre of Budrio was founded in 1672 at the initiative of Paolo Sgargi, who had it built next to his home to respond to the strong passion of Budrio’s young people for theatre. Privately owned until 1802, it was later purchased by the Consorzio della Partecipanza of Budrio (from which the name “Consorziale” derives), which renovated it by adding three tiers of boxes supported by Doric columns, along with dressing rooms. The stage hosted comedies, tragedies, vocal and musical academies, and a wide variety of performances, including the famous Carnival balls.

After overcoming the challenges of World War I and undergoing a grand reconstruction in the 1920s, the theatre came under municipal management, becoming a prestigious stage for world-renowned icons such as Luciano Pavarotti, Carla Fracci, and Giorgio Gaber.

Today, with prose, operetta, dialect theatre, and concerts, the Consorziale continues to shape Budrio’s cultural life, blending historical charm with a high-quality contemporary program. Each season features a rich variety of events, including theatre productions, concerts, operettas, comedy, performances for children, and art exhibitions in the foyer.

Curated by Succede Solo a Bologna

The “Domenico Inzaghi” Civic Art Gallery in Budrio houses an extraordinary artistic treasure, featuring masterpieces by renowned artists such as Vitale da Bologna, Dosso Dossi, Lavinia Fontana, and Giuseppe Maria Crespi. The heart of this collection dates back to 1824, thanks to the visionary donation of Captain Domenico Inzaghi, who left the community a vast selection of Emilian paintings from the 14th to the 19th century, enriched by a valuable collection of drawings and prints, including the famous works of Dürer.

What gives this collection even greater significance is its deep connection to the local territory, highlighted by its location in the prestigious Palazzo della Partecipanza of Budrio. This building is not just a museum space but a living symbol of a centuries-old institution rooted in the city’s agrarian and social identity. In this shared space, where art coexists with the historic Teatro Consorziale, the gallery stands as an emblem of Budrio’s cultural life, born from private generosity and preserved through collective pride.

The tour is offered in two time slots: 10:00 AM and 11:30 AM.

A guided tour led by Cristian Paolini, for the Diapason Progetti Musicali Association. A chance to discover the beating heart of Budrio’s tradition.

The Ocarina Museum in Budrio is the only one in Italy that tells the story of this wonderful instrument, from its origins to new contemporary expressions, through the creations of its original makers (Giuseppe Donati, Cesare Vicinelli, Alberto Mezzetti).

Photographs and score complete a story that has been surprising and enchanting artists from all over the world since the 19th century.

This initiative is part of the broader “Saturday with the Ocarina” project, conceived and organized by the Diapason Progetti Musicali APS Association in collaboration with the Municipality of Budrio, which also includes a workshop for children.

Guided tour led by Succede Solo a Bologna

A unique opportunity to explore an exclusive and captivating place, a true hidden gem nestled in the heart of the Bolognese countryside.

HISTORY

The villa was constructed in Vedrana di Budrio at the end of the 17th century by Marquis Giuseppe Carlo Ratta, based on a design by Bertelli. The architecture reflects the Bolognese senatorial family’s desire for prestige, while also offering a functional structure. The central part of the villa symbolized the family’s status, while the side wings housed the kitchen, staff quarters, and storage areas for the agricultural estate’s operations.

The large cellar was used for wine production and the storage of barrels. In 1896, the villa and its surrounding farm were purchased by Annibale Certani, an agricultural engineer and the great-great-grandfather of the current owners.

In 1945, during World War II, the villa suffered severe damage. However, it was fully restored in 2017 by the Vittori Venenti family, including repairs from the damage caused by the 2012 earthquake.

Dating back to the 16th century, the villa was initially owned by the Cospi family and later inherited by the Ranuzzi Cospi family. In the 18th century, it underwent a radical transformation, emerging as an architectural masterpiece. At the heart of the complex stands the villa, featuring a frescoed loggia with three arches, flanked by two porticoed structures and two symmetrical buildings with elegant facades.

In the 17th century, it housed a renowned picture gallery with works by Guido Reni, and in the 18th century, it became a prominent cultural hub. Here, Count Prospero Ferdinando Ranuzzi founded the literary academy “I Notturni,” which was frequented by aristocrats and intellectuals. After changing hands several times, the villa was restored in the 1980s by Giovanni Tamburini, who returned it to its original grandeur.