About Us
A Firenze based company
Our key Features
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Our Mission
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Our Goals
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Why Us?
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Firenze
The Tuscany's Jewel
For centuries, Florence has been the stage where the world’s most beautiful art found their voice. Florence Opera Show® offers a unique artistic experience, breaking down the barriers of the traditional stage to bring the power of Italy’s most brilliant voices directly to your table in an exclusive setting. Hosted by the Belcanto® ristorante, you will enjoy a menu designed exclusively for our guests. Each dish is a tribute to Tuscan tradition, crafted with regional ingredients and a mastery that rivals the excellence of Puccini or Verdi.
UNFORGETTABLE EVENING
Experience the modern Renaissance court in an intimate gathering where art is not only heard but also savored.
Come and be captivated! Come and toast! Come and experience Florence!
Serata Indimenticabile
Experience the modern Renaissance court in an intimate gathering where art is not only heard but also savored.
Come and be captivated! Come and toast! Come and experience Florence!
María Estela Pedraza
FOUNDER
Born in Mexico, is a dramatic soprano with a Master’s degree in Chamber Vocal Music from the Conservatory of Florence and extensive international training. Performs regularly as a soloist in concert repertoire ranging from German Lied to 20th-century composers such as Kurt Weill and Lili Boulanger.
Based in Italy, she collaborates with cultural institutions and has participated in productions linked to the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino. Alongside her performance career, she has been teaching vocal technique and modern singing since 2015, guiding students with a strong technical and expressive approach.
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Our Singers
Tommaso Alfaroli
contratenor
Born in Bulgaria, this countertenor and concertist completed his formal vocal training across the Accademia G. Verdi of Prato and the Conservatorio P. Mascagni of Livorno, subsequently specializing in early music and countertenor repertoire at the Conservatorio L. Cherubini of Florence. His technical foundation is reinforced by masterclasses with notable pedagogues and artists such as Fabio Armiliato, Susanna Rigacci, and Andrea Marcon, alongside advanced studies in theatrical character analysis using the Stanislavsky method and Gestalt therapy.
His artistic career features a diverse trajectory spanning operatic performance and contemporary staging across prominent Italian venues, including the Teatro Goldoni of Livorno, Teatro Verdi of Pisa, and the Guardiagrele Opera Festival.
His artistic excellence and historical performance practice have been recognized with honors such as the Special Prize “Miglior voce Luciano Neroni” and the Altamura/Caruso International Voice Competition award for excellence in 18th-century early music.
Currently, his professional focus is divided between concert performance, television appearances on Rai, and academic instruction, including a role as a contract professor at the Pegaso Telematic University. .
Isabella Messinese
soprano
Born in Prato, Italy, this multifaceted musician holds degrees in Musical Studies, Music Education, and as a répétiteur and assistant conductor from the “L. Cherubini” Conservatory of Music in Florence, graduating with top honors. His technical foundation is bolstered by piano specialization under masters such as Maurizio Pollini and Aldo Ciccolini, as well as advanced studies in orchestral conducting from the Escuela de Dirección de Orquesta y Banda in Spain, ensuring a comprehensive mastery of both performance and leadership.
His artistic career is distinguished by his role as the founding and artistic director of the “Vox Artis” choir and symphony orchestra, alongside a prolific output as a solo pianist and chamber musician. He is also an accomplished author, notably of the bestseller “The Song of Violetta” and several co-authored volumes on orchestral conducting, which have achieved significant commercial success and validate his deep analytical understanding of the operatic and symphonic repertoire.
With a professional trajectory that spans international concert stages and academic publication, he continues to lead high-level musical ensembles while contributing to the field through his research and teaching, characterized by a synthesis of rigorous classical training and modern artistic direction.
Letizia Cappellini
soprano
Born in Pisa, Italy, this soprano holds a degree in Operatic Singing with honors from the Luigi Boccherini Conservatory of Lucca. Her technical development is supported by advanced studies under Maestro Sherman Lowe and specialized masterclasses with legendary figures such as Katia Ricciarelli and Rolando Panerai, ensuring a versatile mastery of repertoire ranging from coloratura to lyric soprano roles.
Her artistic career is marked by performances at prestigious venues and festivals, including the Teatro del Giglio and the Amici del Loggione del Teatro alla Scala. She has portrayed key operatic roles such as Gilda in Rigoletto, Musetta in La Bohème, and Adina in L’elisir d’amore, while also excelling in sacred works by Mozart and Vivaldi. Her professional excellence has been recognized with multiple accolades, such as the “Ezio Ricci” Scholarship and the Critics’ Award at the “Primo Piano Live and Song” competition.
Currently, her practice focuses on regular collaborations with prominent organizations like Italian Opera Siena and the Vernazza Opera Festival. Beyond the stage, she maintains an active role as a choir director and vocal coach, integrating her extensive performance experience with music education and outreach, consistently upholding the high technical and aesthetic standards of the Italian operatic tradition.
Lorenzo Fiorentini
Pianist
Born in Bagno a Ripoli, Italy, this versatile pianist and composer holds a Master’s Degree in Jazz Piano and a Bachelor’s Degree in Classical Piano with honors from the Luigi Cherubini Conservatory. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Musicology at the University of Rome Tor Vergata, his technical foundation is further strengthened by advanced studies in composition and conducting at the Scuola di Musica di Fiesole and Siena Jazz University, ensuring a professional command over diverse musical genres and academic research.
His artistic career is distinguished by collaborations with premier ensembles such as the Orchestra della Toscana and the Teatro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, as well as performances at international venues like Umbria Jazz, Expo Dubai, and the Auditorium Parco della Musica. Recognized for his creative excellence, he has been awarded First Prize at the Eddie Lang Jazz Festival and the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino Prize, demonstrating a proven ability to bridge the gap between performance, orchestral arrangement, and contemporary composition.
As a registered professional with SIAE and Nuovo IMAE, he balances his work as a soloist and ensemble pianist with a deep commitment to music education and digital production. His trajectory is defined by a synthesis of jazz improvisation, classical rigor, and cross-media expertise, maintaining a consistent focus on the technical quality and aesthetic innovation that characterize his role in the modern music scene.
Debora Vincenti
Soprano
Born in Florence, Italy, this soprano began her professional vocal training under the guidance of Fernanda Piccini and later specialized at the Accademia Musicale Alta Valdera. Her technical foundation is reinforced by advanced masterclasses with esteemed figures such as Laura Brioli and Maria Billeri, alongside extensive experience within premier choral institutions like the Teatro Goldoni of Livorno and the Ars Lyrica choir, ensuring a high level of mastery in the Italian operatic tradition and vocal performance standards.
Her artistic career is distinguished by a prolific trajectory as a soloist and chorus member in major venues, including the Puccini Festival in Torre del Lago and the Arena di Verona. Notable roles include Violetta in La Traviata and Suor Genovieffa in Suor Angelica, with performances at international landmarks such as the Musikverein in Vienna and Buckingham Palace. Her excellence has been recognized with the First Prize at the “Santa Gianna Beretta Molla” International Opera Competition, validating her technical precision and stage presence.
Currently, her practice focuses on collaborations with Italian Opera in Siena and the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino Foundation. With a career spanning over three decades and numerous international tours, she maintains an active presence in the global opera scene, consistently delivering high-quality performances that bridge the gap between historical choral expertise and contemporary solo artistry within the works of Verdi, Puccini, and Vivaldi.
Alessandro Ceccarini
musicologist
Born in Italy, this bass and musicologist completed formal diplomas in opera singing and musicology, supported by violin studies and masterclasses with esteemed professionals such as Stefano Vizioli, Giacomo Prestia, and Francesco Maria Sardelli.
His early stage debut at age twenty-three as Sparafucile in Rigoletto preceded an extensive operatic repertoire spanning works by Verdi, Puccini, Mozart, and Rossini, including roles such as Don Basilio, Zaccaria, Colline, and Ramfis.
His career is distinguished by performances at major international venues and festivals, including the Puccini Festival in Torre del Lago, Teatro Carlo Felice in Genoa, and Teatro San Carlo in Naples, alongside tours across Finland, Switzerland, Germany, and Azerbaijan.
Recognized through awards such as the Florence Opera Competition and the PrimoPianoLive National Opera Competition, he has also maintained an active presence as a sacred-music soloist in masterworks by Mozart, Rossini, Bach, and Handel.
Currently, his professional focus bridges stage performance with musicological research and cultural communication.
As an author and digital director, he leads the online community L’Opera Lirica dal Loggione, manages musicainopera.com, and published the Almanacco Pucciniano, which was honored with the “Verdi Letterati” Prize.
Matteo Benvenuti
tenor
Born in Italy, this tenor completed his vocal training across Milan, New York, and Florence, making his professional debut in 2013 as Roderigo in Verdi’s Otello at the Teatro Politeama Pratese. His career features extensive concert performances in Prague and Belgium, alongside prominent operatic roles such as Alfredo, Rinuccio, Don Ottavio, and Lucignolo in Valli’s contemporary opera, performed in venues like the Teatro Goldoni of Livorno and the Auditorium Caruso in Torre del Lago.
His artistic trajectory is marked by collaborations with esteemed conductors and stage directors in major productions, including the Messenger in Aida at the Teatro Antico in Taormina, Pong in the world premiere at the Teatro della Pergola, and the Swan in Carmina Burana at the Teatro Conciliazione in Rome.
Currently, he maintains an active presence on the international stage, performing across a diverse repertoire that spans traditional masterworks like Madama Butterfly, Tosca, and Nabucco.
Debora Vincenti
Soprano
Born in Florence, Italy, this soprano began her professional vocal training under the guidance of Fernanda Piccini and later specialized at the Accademia Musicale Alta Valdera. Her technical foundation is reinforced by advanced masterclasses with esteemed figures such as Laura Brioli and Maria Billeri, alongside extensive experience within premier choral institutions like the Teatro Goldoni of Livorno and the Ars Lyrica choir, ensuring a high level of mastery in the Italian operatic tradition and vocal performance standards.
Her artistic career is distinguished by a prolific trajectory as a soloist and chorus member in major venues, including the Puccini Festival in Torre del Lago and the Arena di Verona. Notable roles include Violetta in La Traviata and Suor Genovieffa in Suor Angelica, with performances at international landmarks such as the Musikverein in Vienna and Buckingham Palace. Her excellence has been recognized with the First Prize at the “Santa Gianna Beretta Molla” International Opera Competition, validating her technical precision and stage presence.
Currently, her practice focuses on collaborations with Italian Opera in Siena and the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino Foundation. With a career spanning over three decades and numerous international tours, she maintains an active presence in the global opera scene, consistently delivering high-quality performances that bridge the gap between historical choral expertise and contemporary solo artistry within the works of Verdi, Puccini, and Vivaldi.
Gabriele Bonci
Pianist
Born in Italy, this pianist and organist holds a formal background in musical studies initiated at the “A. Passaglia” Music High School in Lucca. He graduated with honors from the “L. Boccherini” Conservatory under the guidance of Giorgio Fazzi, subsequently expanding his technical foundation through specialized organ studies at the “G. Puccini” Conservatory in La Spezia. His training is further distinguished by numerous masterclasses with renowned masters such as Roberto Prosseda and Ludger Lohmann, and his selection for the multidisciplinary artistic program “Daedalus” in Florence, ensuring a high level of mastery in both keyboard performance and musicological research.
His artistic career has been defined by his role as the titular organist of the Pescia Cathedral and significant contributions to the broadcast industry as a musical consultant for RAI5 programs, including “Pietrasanta in concerto” and “Ut Musica.” Throughout his professional trajectory, he has maintained a consistent concert schedule as both a pianist and organist for various national institutions. His commitment to cultural diffusion is also demonstrated through his monthly musicological lectures at the Fondazione POMA Liberatutti, showcasing a proven ability to bridge high-level performance with academic insight.
Currently, his practice focuses on the intersection of performance and scholarship as a doctoral candidate in musical historiography and philology at the “L. Boccherini” Conservatory. His ongoing work spans concert tours and institutional collaborations, consistently prioritizing the technical quality and historical rigor that characterize his multifaceted portfolio within the classical music scene.
Alessandro Ceccarini
musicologist
Born in Italy, this bass and musicologist completed formal diplomas in opera singing and musicology, supported by violin studies and masterclasses with esteemed professionals such as Stefano Vizioli, Giacomo Prestia, and Francesco Maria Sardelli.
His early stage debut at age twenty-three as Sparafucile in Rigoletto preceded an extensive operatic repertoire spanning works by Verdi, Puccini, Mozart, and Rossini, including roles such as Don Basilio, Zaccaria, Colline, and Ramfis.
His career is distinguished by performances at major international venues and festivals, including the Puccini Festival in Torre del Lago, Teatro Carlo Felice in Genoa, and Teatro San Carlo in Naples, alongside tours across Finland, Switzerland, Germany, and Azerbaijan.
Recognized through awards such as the Florence Opera Competition and the PrimoPianoLive National Opera Competition, he has also maintained an active presence as a sacred-music soloist in masterworks by Mozart, Rossini, Bach, and Handel.
Currently, his professional focus bridges stage performance with musicological research and cultural communication.
As an author and digital director, he leads the online community L’Opera Lirica dal Loggione, manages musicainopera.com, and published the Almanacco Pucciniano, which was honored with the “Verdi Letterati” Prize.
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