Classical Italy with Michigan Philharmonic
April 28 - May 7, 2027
You are invited! Please join me, Joan Walton, Executive Director of the Michigan Philharmonic, on a ten-day journey through Bella Italia. Tailor-made for lovers of classical music, art history, fine wine, mouth-watering food. Celebrate the lives and legacies of Verdi, Rossini, and Puccini as you walk in the very places where they lived, worked, and found inspiration. In addition, you’ll tour the acclaimed Stradivarius Museum and enjoy private concerts.
This exclusive Michigan Philharmonic classical journey offers a feast for the senses—an unforgettable celebration of the arts, in the heart of Bella Italia! Space is limited!
I hope to see you in Italy next spring!
Grazie,
Joan
A Culturally Rich Adventure
Trip Highlights
- Travel with fellow lovers of music, food, and culture from the Michigan Philharmonic
- Enjoy private concerts and recitals in Verdi’s birthplace and the Stradivarius Museum
- Walk in the footsteps of Verdi, Puccini, and Stradivarius
- Savor regional cuisine through curated tastings and local dining experiences
- Visit family-run producers for balsamic vinegar and regional specialties
- Explore the Tuscan countryside with wine tastings in Chianti
- Stroll through Lucca, home of Puccini
- Experience an art-filled day in Florence, including a private visit to the Uffizi Gallery
- Discover the historic mosaics of Ravenna
- Cruise the Borromean Islands on Lake Maggiore
- Enjoy guided walks through Bologna’s historic center and culinary markets
Memories that will last a lifetime...
