Riccardo Frizza live in Savonlinna

Experience Riccardo Frizza live on July 29th

Riccardo Frizza, an Italian conductor renowned for his interpretations of Italian opera – particularly Verdi, Puccini, and Donizetti – and his meticulous attention to orchestral detail, will perform at Olavinlinna Castle in Savonlinna, Finland on July 29, 2026. Frizza’s conducting style is often described as possessing both dramatic flair and a refined sensitivity to vocal nuance. He frequently champions lesser-known works alongside established repertoire.

Olavinlinna Castle, constructed in the late 15th century by Sir Knight Erik Trolle of Sweden, originally served as a bulwark against Russian expansion towards Scandinavia. Strategically located on an island in Lake Saimaa, it remains one of the best-preserved medieval castles in Scandinavia. Throughout its history, it has functioned as a fortress, a prison, and a summer residence for Finnish governors.

Since 1912, Olavinlinna has been internationally recognized as a unique opera festival venue. The castle’s courtyard transforms into an open-air theatre during the Savonlinna Opera Festival each summer, offering an atmospheric setting for operatic performances due to its exceptional acoustics and historical significance.