Folk Music of Puglia

Discover the rich and vibrant musical traditions of Puglia in an electrifying evening of music, dance, and storytelling with Festa Popolare. Festa Popolare invites audiences on a journey through the diverse landscapes and living traditions of Southern Italy. From the hypnotic pizziche of Salento and the rugged tarantelle of Gargano to the sophisticated violin and mandolin traditions of Puglia’s cities, this special evening reveals a side of Italian folk music rarely heard outside its homeland. Featuring authentic, hand-crafted instruments, traditional dance styles, and music shaped by years of study with the keepers of these traditions, the evening offers an unforgettable encounter with the sounds, rhythms, and spirit of Puglia. Whether you have roots in Southern Italy or are simply curious to discover something new, let Festa Popolare take you on a captivating cultural exploration of one of Italy’s most diverse and fascinating cultural traditions. Bio: Festa Popolare is a group of Italian Canadian musicians bringing the traditional music of southern Italy to Toronto. Led by multi-instrumentalist Roberto Di Placido, the project is the culmination of years spent between Canada and Italy, studying and living the diverse traditions of Sud Italia.