On May 8, 2025, the 87th Festival del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino presents an extraordinary concert at the Teatro del Maggio, conducted by the esteemed Michele Mariotti . The program features a diverse selection of masterpieces from three musical eras. The evening begins with Mozart’s Symphony in G minor, K. 183, an emotionally charged and dramatic work that highlights the composer’s early mastery of orchestration. This is followed by Igor Stravinsky’s Jeu de cartes, a witty and rhythmically vibrant ballet inspired by the world of card games. The concert culminates with Francis Poulenc’s Gloria in G major, a radiant and expressive choral composition that blends sacred reverence with the composer’s unmistakable French elegance. With the powerful voices of the choir and a distinguished soprano soloist, this performance promises to be a truly captivating musical experience.