Cortona Contemporary Music Festival

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Attendees of the 2006 Festival are saying:

"This festival has the potential to set new standards in forging the future of contemporary music. I was
     very fortunate to have my piece accepted and performed by professional musicians, hence the main
     reason for my being present at the open rehearsal and witnessing its premiere. The faculty members
     are up-and-coming top talents, eager to impart their vision and enthusiasm to the participants. It was
     a very inspiring week for me."
     ~ Anne, composer

"This festival was definitely marvelous. Not just the music. The relationships, communication, and
     collaboration between people... simply many, many things were superb. Especially the chance to
     premiere great contemporary chamber works..."
     ~ Ahmet, guitarist

"Wonderful people, beautiful scenery, excellent concerts... A week in contemporary music heaven.
     All in all, a stunning success!"
     ~ Lisa, flautist

"Thank you for a wonderful week! It was truly fabulous and inspiring."
     ~ Kathryn, pianist

"I had a great time at this festival. It was such a priviledge to be able to study new music in a beautiful
     place like Cortona."
     ~ Emily, flautist

"Thank you so very much for an excellent and very inspiring week... Looking forward to more!!"
     ~ Robert, guitarist

"Composers and performers work together to achieve a unity of purpose: Satisfying musical events
     to savor and treasure for a lifetime."
     ~ John, composer

Painting by Beato Angelico of Cortona (c. 1400-1455); The Annunciation, museum of Cortona