Evening Of Italian Classical Music Nov. 1 At Saint Mary Mother Of God Church

MIDDLETOWN, NJ — Saint Mary Mother of God church hosts “From Italy with Love," an evening of Italian classical music, Nov. 1.

This is a concert of internationally acclaimed musicians and rising stars from Italy’s Conservatorio di Musica Umberto Giordano and the Apulia Piano Brass Ensemble.

Held in the sacred and resonant space of Saint Mary Mother of God Church, this evening promises to be more than a concert — it is a celebration of beauty, faith and the bond music creates across nations. Audiences will be transported through stirring classical works and new compositions that blend virtuosity, heart and the rich traditions of Italian artistry.

Featured soloists include Giovanni Calabrese, Michael Bulychev-Okser, Giuseppe De Marco, Cosimo Gigliola, and Malena Towers, alongside Cosimo Spinelli and the members of the Apulia Piano Brass Ensemble — Salvatore Pirelli, Antonio Antenucci, Luca Leone, Michele Sportiello, Federico A. Filippo, Sarah Motolese and Aurora Manca. The ensemble will perform original works by composer Antonio Falcone, whose compositions capture the spirit of Italy’s vibrant musical heritage.

• "From Italy with Love"
• At Saint Mary, Mother of God Church, 19 Cherry Tree Farm Road, Middletown
• 7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 1
• Prices are: $25 general admission, $35 VIP seating, $60 Meet & Greet with artists and pizza, sparkling wine toast following the performance.

Presented in collaboration with Erasmus+, Musicarte Festival & Competition and the Associazione di Alta Cultura Musicale “W. A. Mozart,” this concert continues a beloved tradition of cultural exchange and artistic excellence.