by InTrieste
The Giuseppe Tartini Conservatory of Trieste has partnered with the Calicanto Association, a nonprofit organization that supports vulnerable youth through sports and music, to launch a new initiative aimed at fostering inclusivity through music education. The collaboration, formalized in an agreement presented on Tuesday, will bring together students from the conservatory and young musicians with disabilities to participate in joint performances and educational programs.
Under the project, called Musicalmente Insieme (“Musically Together”), the Conservatory will provide instruction and rehearsal space, while Calicanto will offer its expertise in inclusive teaching methods. A key component of the initiative is the Calicanto Band, a group of musicians with and without disabilities, founded 16 years ago by Maestro Fabio Clary and Calicanto President Elena Gianello.
“This partnership with the Conservatory is a milestone for us,” Gianello said at the event. “It recognizes the work of our young musicians, who, through dedication and passion, have become true artists.”
The initiative has received support from local officials, including Trieste’s deputy mayor, Serena Tonel, who emphasized its potential to enhance community integration. “This is more than just a collaboration,” she said. “It is a way to amplify the values of inclusion and shared growth.”
Sandro Torlontano, the Conservatory’s director, noted that the partnership aligns with the institution’s commitment to social engagement. “Creating a space where young people of all abilities can make music together will be a valuable experience for all involved,” he said.
The agreement marks a step toward expanding opportunities for young musicians in Trieste while reinforcing music’s role as a tool for social cohesion.
