In Barletta, on the Adriatic coast of northern Puglia, an evening of jazz and cinema is taking shape. The Enrico Pieranunzi Trio brings the music of Ennio Morricone to the stage of the Teatro Curci, a meeting of two very Italian musical worlds.
When jazz meets the silver screen
Morricone's melodies are known far beyond Italy. Even people who have never seen the films can hum the themes.
Enrico Pieranunzi is among the best-known names in Italian jazz piano, famous for a lyrical, deeply melodic touch. In a piano trio, those tunes become open ground for conversation, improvisation and surprise.
Expect familiar themes reimagined rather than copied note for note. That is the appeal: the memory of the film stays, while the trio shapes something new in real time.
A theatre built for listening
The Teatro Curci is the cultural heart of Barletta's evening life. A traditional Italian theatre suits a piano trio well, because the acoustics and the hush of the audience matter as much as the notes.
Here the quietest passages can be heard clearly. Settle into your seat and let the room do part of the work.
- Delicate piano passages that need a silent, attentive room
- Moments of interplay when the three musicians answer each other
- Instantly recognisable melodies surfacing from improvised lines
- The pleasure of live music in a classic theatre setting
Make an evening of Barletta
Arrive early and stroll through the old town. The Castello Svevo and the cathedral anchor the historic centre, and the Colosso, the great bronze statue known locally as Eraclio, is a short walk away.
Barletta is also tied to the story of the Disfida di Barletta, a chapter of local history that gives the town real character. An unhurried walk at dusk is the best way to prepare for a concert.
After the last applause, look for a spot that stays open for a late aperitivo or a seafood dinner. Talking over the music is half the fun. The seafront is a pleasant place to walk off the evening.
Tips for a smooth evening
- Check the event's official page for the latest details before you go
- Arrive a little early to find your seat without rushing
- Silence your phone: this is music built on subtle dynamics
- Keep the next day light if you want to explore nearby towns on the coast
This concert suits couples looking for a refined night out, and groups of friends who share a love of film music or jazz. Whether you know Morricone from the Westerns or from tender love themes, the trio gives you a fresh way to hear him.
For a few hours in Barletta, the cinema comes alive without a screen.