Cities of Art
Interesting itineraries all created ad hoc to impart exciting wonder of the Italian historic-artistic heritage, so rich with masterpieces by great painters, sculptors, goldsmith's, woodcarvers, architects.
Cities, all embellished with monuments, fountains, palaces, basilicas, churches, statues, museums, galleries and public squares (piazza).
Italy synonymy of art
The antique districts, breeding ground for regional artisans. The inhabitants, successors of ancient traditions. Their skill exercised in small workshops, the flavour of food, the very warm hospitality, all moments to be considered noteworthy of a break.
Pilgrimages
The visit to sources of faith; reflection in places of cult; meditate in monasteries or convents; pray on the tombs of the Saints; participate in liturgies celebrated in churches, basilicas, convents, abbeys; commemorate with suitable observances the Eucharist solemnized by the spiritual Father of the Pilgrimage.
Peregrination is time of prayer, it is evidence of faith.
The blessing of His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI goes along with all pilgrims on their way back home.
Concerts
Chorus performances chanting sacred music in magnificient churches denote devoutness and deep faith; sacred music is prayer and singing is an art which originates in the heart of all performers and touches the spirit of all the audience.
The voices of the choristers accompanied by vibrant organ notes, enchant the attending public for the musical sensitivety and the audience, always numerous, demonstrate their appreciation with outstanding ovation and thankfulness.
When singing becomes prayer. Choirs can also animate the daily liturgies by chanting sacred music. Parish priests are always happy to host choristers during the daily scheduled Masses.
Choirs are very welcome
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Important communication to choirs, to chorus directors and directresses
The Papal Basilica of St.Peter
in the Vatican
Singing in St. Peter's is one of the great ambitions of all Sacred Music Choirs and our company can assist all Chorus Directors and Directresses who wish to animate one of the public Liturgies taking place in the Basilica.
The Capitular (High) Mass is celebrated in the presence of the Cardinal Archpriest, the Archbishops, Bishops and Canons of the Vatican Chapter.
The High Mass is celebrated at 10.30 a.m. on Sundays and Feast days in Latin, according to the Roman Rite. Gregorian chant has first place.
The guest choir is expected to sing the Ordinary of Mass in alternation with the Musical Chapel of the Basilica (Julian Chapel):
- at the Entrance procession until the moment when the celebrant reaches the Altar. The Gregorian Introit is sung by the Julian Chapel.
- at the preparation of the gifts and relative offertory.
- at Communion, after the Gregorian antiphon has been sung.
- at the end of Mass, after the Blessing.
The Capitular Vespers are sung at 5.00 p.m. on Sundays and Feast days, Altar of the Chair. The evening church service is chanted in Latin.
In addition to the Sunday Capitular (High) Mass and Capitular Vespers, ten other Liturgies are celebrated at the Altar of the Chair during the week.
The Liturgical celebrations of the Vatican Basilica are scheduled as hereinafter listed:
| Day |
Monday to Friday |
| Celebrated |
in latin and in chant |
| Time |
at 5.00 p.m. |
| Day |
Saturday |
| Celebrated |
in Italian and in chant |
| Time |
at 5.00 p.m. |
| Day |
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Sunday |
| Celebrated |
Time |
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| in italian and in chant |
at 9.00 a.m. |
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| in latin and in chant |
at 10.30 a.m. |
(High Mass) |
| in italian and in chant |
at 12.15 p.m. |
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| in italian and in chant |
at 4.00 p.m. |
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| in latin and in chant |
at 5.00 p.m. |
(Vespers) |
| in italian and in chant |
at 5.30 p.m. |
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Norms for the participation of Choirs to the Capitular Mass are available
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Special opportunities
To the kind attention of headmasters,
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professors
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Educational Tours
For Universities and High Schools
As one may know, the science
of antiquities in Italy is a matter
of enormous proportions. Our hints,
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have been enlisted in order to
assist educators to plan itineraries,
made to fit with the educational
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Stay in the Palatine
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An Exclusive Sojourn for
2010-2011
(validity 11/01/2010 to 03/31/2011)
A dwelling in the
Palatine, the most central of
the seven hills of Rome,
on which the palace of
emperors stood.
Enjoy “KOLBE HOTEL ROME”
an elite house for
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News & Events
"A sensational event"
Rome, February 2011
If you wish to arrange an extraordinary trip to Italy for the “Beatification of Beloved Holy Father John Paul II”, taking place in Rome on May 1, 2011 please take advantage of the enclosed rock bottom offer.
We can still accommodate 3 groups of maximum 50 persons each, in the city center within the area of “Roma Antica”, or in demi-central zones denominated “Aurelio/Vatican, Nomentano”.
Hotel space is guaranteed on a “first come first-served basis”.
Thank you in anticipation for your kind attention and collaboration.
Antonio Luongo Rosanna Canulli
(General Manager) (Office Manager)
Contact us, we shall be honored to service you in the best of ways. We work with high quality, quickly and accurately.
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Stay in the Vatican Hill
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A Splendid Sojourn for 2010-2011
(validity 11/01/2010 to 03/31/2011)
A dwelling next to the Vatican City,
inclosing St. Peter’s Basilica, the
greatest of all churches of Christendom
Enjoy “STARHOTELS MICHELANGELO”
a pleasant home for
entertaining voyagers.
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