3-17 Oct 2011. This annual contemporary music festival hits the scenes. In its 32nd edition, it is directed by composer Ada Gentile. As usual the festival showcases new music and as always comes to life with the collaboration of foreign academies and embassies in Rome. This year the programme has been drawn up with help of the Hungarian Academy, the American Academy, the Polish Institute, the Swiss Institute and the Israeli embassy in Rome. All events are free of charge.

10 Oct. Piano recital by Marco Ciccone. Music by Rosato, Polaczyk, Chopin and others (20.30). Polish Institute, Via V. Colonna 3.

13 Oct. Flute recital by Paolo Vignaroli with the participation of percussionist Alexandre Babel. Music by Perugini, Pelzel, Schuler and others (20.30). Swiss Institute, Via Ludovisi 48.

17 Oct. Recital by Amit Dolberg piano, and Domenico D