On May 30, 2025, the 87th Festival del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino presents Berio – Folk Songs, an enchanting concert led by conductor Cornelius Meister . The evening opens with Carl Maria von Weber’s overture to Der Freischütz, a dramatic and evocative work that sets the stage with its mysterious and folkloric atmosphere. The centerpiece of the program is Luciano Berio’s Folk Songs, a captivating cycle of traditional melodies from different cultures, reimagined with Berio’s distinctive modern touch. This fusion of folk traditions and contemporary orchestration creates a unique and deeply moving musical experience. The concert concludes with Robert Schumann’s Symphony No. 4 in D minor, Op. 120, a masterpiece of Romantic expressivity, filled with lyrical beauty and dramatic intensity. This special evening promises a journey through diverse musical landscapes, blending folklore, innovation, and symphonic grandeur.