Hans Werner Henze live in Avellino

Experience Hans Werner Henze live on September 11th

On September 11, 2026, the Conservatorio Di Musica D. Cimarosa in Avellino, Italy will host a concert dedicated to the works of Hans Werner Henze. Henze (1926-2012) was a German composer known for a highly individual style blending serialism, tonality, and influences from non-Western musical traditions. His compositions often exhibit dramatic intensity and a lyrical quality, frequently exploring themes of political and social commentary alongside personal introspection. He wrote extensively for opera, symphony orchestra, chamber ensembles, and vocal music.

The Conservatorio Di Musica D. Cimarosa itself boasts a history rooted in the late 19th century. Founded in 1888 as a school of music affiliated with the Teatro Comunale di Avellino, it was formally established as a conservatory in 1903 under the name Regio Conservatorio di Musica. It underwent several name changes reflecting Italy’s political shifts before settling on its current title in honor of Domenico Cimarosa, an 18th-century composer born in Avellino celebrated for his operatic works like *Il matrimonio segreto*.