Kingdom of the Two Sicilies: the secret garden of Casa Pennisi in Acireale

We continue our journey in search of the most beautiful Italian gardens that not only boast botanical heritages of historical and natural interest, but also offer natural terraces with breathtaking views of the sea.

In Sicily, we find the Garden historian of Pennisi House to offer vegetal backdrops enhanced by sea views. Located in the heart of Acirealeis one of the few gardens that have resisted building speculation. It is a secret garden that opens its doors by reservation only and hosts every year in August "Villa Pennisi in Music"international summer school in which all aspects of training live performance professionals are addressed. Illustrious guests such as the Italian royal family and Wagner have stayed in the walls of Casa Pennisi.

If you, too, want to experience the charm of a glorious historical past, choose to stay here by renting the flat in its unit or by staying in one of the three splendid suites of which it is composed. For you the privilege of exclusively experiencing this enchanting eden a stone's throw from the Gulf of Catania.

An international summer school in which all aspects of training live performance professionals are addressed. The meeting place of Music and Architecture. A festival where EVERYTHING plays.

The creation of an event live of classical music in the open air is addressed in all its forms: from the creation of the stage machinery, to the lighting of the performers, to the preparation of the artists who will give life to the performances. In the premises and above all in the splendid garden of Villa Pennisi, classes on architecture, self-construction and acoustics are held, digital fabrication and advanced music courses. Together, teachers and students address all aspects of solving critical issues in their respective fields: planning, construction, design, lighting, musical acoustics, breathing and relaxation techniques, musical and artistic preparation. Musicians and architects, acoustics engineers and lighting designers work together to build the final event, overcoming the traditional teacher/student barrier, sharing the entire creative process, from preparation during the lessons to the Festival concerts.

Site: Villa Pennisi in Music