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Welcome to the APMExMEMECO Italy 2026 Conference!
Here you can register and update your Sched profile. A draft schedule will be available May 15th, when you’ll be able to explore sessions and build your agenda.

Questions? Visit our website or email [email protected].

Join us July 14–16 in Sulmona, Italy, as we share voices and shape the future of popular music, identity, and education.

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Tuesday, July 14
 

6:00pm CEST

Andrea Bocelli Foundation Masterclass Performers
Tuesday July 14, 2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm CEST

Tuesday July 14, 2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm CEST
Foyer Teatro M. Caniglia

9:30pm CEST

Gruppo Corale Folk Sirente
Tuesday July 14, 2026 9:30pm - 11:00pm CEST
Gruppo Corale Folk Sirente
The Gruppo Corale Folk Sirente is a traditional folk choir from the Abruzzo region of Italy, based in the historic village of Castelvecchio Subequo (L'Aquila). Comprising approximately 35 members, the ensemble is dedicated to preserving and promoting Abruzzo's rich musical heritage through performances of traditional songs and folk dances.
Their performances are accompanied by authentic regional instruments, including the fisarmonica (accordion), the organetto (diatonic button accordion, locally known as the ddu botte), and the tamburello (frame drum). Through vibrant music, dance, and traditional costumes, the group offers audiences an immersive celebration of Abruzzo's cultural identity, keeping centuries-old traditions alive for new generations.
Tuesday July 14, 2026 9:30pm - 11:00pm CEST
Piazza XX Settembre Piazza XX Settembre, Sulmona (AQ)
 
Wednesday, July 15
 

6:00pm CEST

Orchestra delle Arti Inclusive
Wednesday July 15, 2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm CEST
L'Orchestra delle Arti Inclusive was founded from an idea by Simone D'Angelo, President of ENDAS and City Councilor of Pescara. The ensemble consists of 30 musicians, including professional performers, adolescents, and young people with disabilities. It is conducted by Marco Vignali and coordinated by Simone Pavone. The orchestra has been active for over a year.

L'Orchestra delle Arti Inclusive  è nasce da un'idea di Simone D'Angelo, Presidente ENDAS e consigliere comunale di Pescara. È formata da 30 elementi tra professionisti, adolescenti e ragazzi con disabilità guidati dal direttore Marco Vignali e coordinati da Simone Pavone. È in attività da più di un anno.

Wednesday July 15, 2026 6:00pm - 7:00pm CEST
Foyer Teatro M. Caniglia

9:30pm CEST

ORBERT DAVIS SEPTET from Chicago Jazz Philharmonic
Wednesday July 15, 2026 9:30pm - 11:00pm CEST
ORBERT DAVIS SEPTET
from Chicago Jazz Philharmonic

Orbert Davis: Trumpet;
Bobbi Wilsyn: Voice;
Kevin King: Saxophones;
Zara Zaharieva: Violin;
Leandro Lopez Varady: Piano;
John Tate: Bass;
Ernie Adams: Drums.

Orbert Davis is one of the most distinguished trumpeters, composers, and conductors in the contemporary American jazz scene. An Emmy Award winner, he is the co-founder and Artistic Director of the Chicago Jazz Philharmonic, an internationally acclaimed symphonic jazz orchestra renowned for its innovative fusion of classical music and jazz.
Throughout his career, he has collaborated with legendary artists such as Stevie Wonder and Wynton Marsalis, while also composing film scores, producing acclaimed recordings, and leading impactful music education initiatives. His compositions and orchestral works have been performed at prestigious festivals and concert halls across the United States and internationally.

Chicago Jazz Philharmonic was founded in 2004 by Orbert Davis and Mark Ingram and is widely recognized as one of the most innovative orchestral ensembles in the United States. Comprising more than fifty musicians, the ensemble specializes in the Third Stream tradition, blending the expressive freedom of jazz with the rich textures and formal structures of symphonic music.
Over the years, the Chicago Jazz Philharmonic has received numerous national accolades, earning recognition for its groundbreaking artistic productions, international collaborations, and strong commitment to music education and community engagement. Its mission is to build bridges across musical genres, cultures, and communities through the universal language of music.
Wednesday July 15, 2026 9:30pm - 11:00pm CEST
Piazza XX Settembre Piazza XX Settembre, Sulmona (AQ)
 
Thursday, July 16
 

9:30pm CEST

Mistura Popolare
Thursday July 16, 2026 9:30pm - 11:00pm CEST
Mistura Popolare
Members
  • Michela Farinelli – vocals
  • Daniele Ferretti – guitar and vocals
  • Abramo Riti – piano and keyboards
  • Bruno Marcozzi – drums and percussion
Biography
Mistura Popolare is a musical ensemble that, for more than a decade, has been building bridges between cultures, traditions, and musical languages from around the world. Born from a desire to celebrate the meeting of diverse musical identities, the group offers an engaging journey through the vibrant sounds of Brazil, the rich tradition of Italian song, and the enduring heritage of Neapolitan music.
Through original arrangements, infectious rhythms, and a strong commitment to musical cross-pollination, the ensemble creates performances that combine artistic elegance with a spirit of collective participation. The distinctive sounds of bossa nova blend seamlessly with Mediterranean melodies and folk traditions, resulting in a repertoire filled with energy, emotion, and authenticity.
Each performance becomes a musical journey without borders, celebrating the encounter of peoples, traditions, and artistic perspectives. It is an immersive experience that honors the richness of cultural diversity through the universal language of music.
Thursday July 16, 2026 9:30pm - 11:00pm CEST
Piazza XX Settembre Piazza XX Settembre, Sulmona (AQ)
 
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