Casa Rossini, Pesaro
Facts and practical information
The Conservatorio Statale di Musica "Gioachino Rossini" is a music conservatory in Pesaro, Italy. Founded in 1869 with a legacy from the composer Gioachino Rossini, the conservatory officially opened in 1882 with 67 students and was then known as the Liceo musicale Rossini. By 2010 it had an enrollment of approximately 850 students studying for higher diplomas in singing, instrumental performance, composition, musicology, choral conducting, jazz or electronic music. The conservatory also trains music teachers for secondary schools and holds regular master classes. Its seat is the 18th century Palazzo Olivieri–Machirelli on the Piazza Oliveri in Pesaro. Amongst its past Directors are the composers Carlo Pedrotti, Pietro Mascagni, Riccardo Zandonai and Franco Alfano. Mascagni's opera Zanetto had its world premiere at the conservatory in 1896. ()
Via Rossini 34Pesaro
Casa Rossini – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Civic Museum of Palazzo Mosca, Pesaro Cathedral, Ducal Palace of Pesaro, Church of Holy Mary of Grace.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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How to get to Casa Rossini by public transport?
Bus
- Stazione delle Corriere (10 min walk)
Train
- Pesaro (11 min walk)