Oropa Music Festival

a humanitarian project for a new world

Founded by concert pianist and conductor Federico Gad Crema, the Oropa Music Festival is a week-long festival at the foothills of one of the most beautiful valleys in Europe, where world-renowned soloists perform alongside internationally-acclaimed conductors with the POP Orchestra, and in new exciting chamber music ensembles.

“The atmosphere is one of total equality and inclusivity: the music serves as a bridge between any and all of our differences, a language through which we can all listen and understand.” – Federico Gad Crema, Artistic Director

Home of the innovative Peace Orchestra Project, the Oropa Music Festival welcomed legendary artists such as Martha Argerich, Michelangelo Pistoletto, Marc-André Hamelin, Ricardo Castro, and the shiniest of rising stars including Aubree Oliverson, Giuseppe Mengoli, Alexandra Achillea Pouta, Luca Buratto, Aleksey Shadrin and many others.

“A stunning location, a magical ambience, and beautiful, soul-cleansing music: a humanitarian project for a new world.” – Federico Gad Crema, Artistic Director

Concerts

discover the magic of the Oropa Music Festival

A Grand Opening Concert, followed by exciting chamber music performances, culminating in a Grand Closing Gala.

Biella, Santuario di Oropa - Basilica Antica (11th September 2025, 21:00)

Lora Markova
– Violinist
Angelica Antonini
– Soprano
Coco Tomita
– Violinist
Miguel Elrich
– Violist
Felix Rosenboom
– Cellist

Lessona, Casa Sella allo Zoppo (12th September 2025, 18:30)

Lora Markova
– Violinist
Angelica Antonini
– Soprano
Coco Tomita
– Violinist
Miguel Elrich
– Violist
Felix Rosenboom
– Cellist
Pietro Genova Gaia
– Violinist

Vigliano Biellese, Villa Era (13th September 2025, 18:30)

Federico Gad Crema
– Pianist, Conductor & Artistic Director
Lora Markova
– Violinist
Coco Tomita
– Violinist
Miguel Elrich
– Violist
Felix Rosenboom
– Cellist
Francesco Tamburini
– Cellist
Luca Buratto
– Pianist
Pietro Genova Gaia
– Violinist

Biella, Palazzo La Marmora (14th September 2025, 18:30)

Federico Gad Crema
– Pianist, Conductor & Artistic Director
Lora Markova
– Violinist
Miguel Elrich
– Violist
Felix Rosenboom
– Cellist
Francesco Tamburini
– Cellist
Luca Buratto
– Pianist
Pietro Genova Gaia
– Violinist

A Grand Opening Concert, followed by exciting chamber music performances, culminating with a Grand Closing Gala.

Guest Artists

World-renowned soloists, internationally acclaimed conductors, and the shiniest of rising stars.

Pianist, Conductor & Artistic Director
Violinist
Violinist
Violist
Pianist
Violist
Peace Orchestra Project
Peace Orchestra Project

Peace Orchestra Project

who says classical music isn't POP?

The Peace Orchestra Project is an inclusive program based on the core values of social and religious integration that uses classical music as a vehicle for human development.

Founded by concert pianist and conductor Federico Gad Crema, the Orchestra serves as a catalyst for change in the world of music and in our society. It consists of accomplished young musicians from across the globe, including talents from specific disadvantaged communities, who come together for a transformative cultural experience.

The Peace Orchestra Project collaborates with some of the world’s most renowned artists, such as Martha Argerich, Marc-André Hamelin, Ricardo Castro, and Jean-Yves Thibaudet, alongside rising stars Aubree Oliverson, Giuseppe Mengoli, and Alexandra Achillea Pouta. Highly acclaimed by critics, the Orchestra performs in Europe’s most prestigious concert halls and festivals, including the Philharmonie de Paris, Auditorium Manzoni – Bologna Festival, ClassicAscona, and Teatro Galli.

Guest Faculty

A world-class Faculty in Residence, made of mentors and principal players from some of the most important and prestigious orchestras, will guide the young talented musicians of the Peace Orchestra Project.

Violist
Violinist
Violist
Violinist
Pianist, Conductor & Artistic Director
Cellist
Violist
Violist
Violinist
Conductor
Violinist
Pianist
Conductor & Concertmaster

Oropa Music Festival - OFF

OFF is a Prelude

Discover our special OFF-season events, unique and unforgettable experiences for the senses!

08th September 2023

Madrid

09th September 2023

Paris

10th September 2023

London

July 19-20th 2025

Italy – Rifugio Coda

July 26-27th 2025

Italy – Rifugio V. Sella

August 30th-31st 2025

Italy – Rifugio Rivetti

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Plan to get the most out of your visit with our tailored experiences, specifically designed around the Festival’s concerts.