Musical notes on the Via Querinissima

The I.C. G. Zanella High School of Sandrigo has initiated a twinning program that links its third-year music class with other music institutions along the “Via Querinissima,” including Vadstena, King’s Lynn, Røst, and others. This project is designed to encourage cultural and musical exchange, helping students refine their skills and deepen their appreciation of European heritage through the shared language of music.

A key aspect of the initiative is the creation of a specially commissioned musical comic opera, providing a collaborative platform for students from different countries. The twinning unfolds in two annual phases: a performance by Sandrigo students abroad in May, followed by a return concert in Sandrigo during the Bacalà Festival in September. The program also includes joint musical endeavors, cultural excursions, language workshops, and digital travel diaries to foster engagement and discovery.

This initiative supports essential educational objectives, such as language enhancement, musical growth, and intercultural exchange. It offers students a valuable opportunity to connect with peers, acquire cross-disciplinary skills, and strengthen their sense of European identity.

This list is to be considered indicative and subject to possible future changes, based on the relationships between members and contextual priorities:

● 2025 Innsbrück (Austria)

● 2026 Lübeck (Germany)

● 2027 Stade (Germania)

● 2028 Bruges (Belgium)

● 2029 King’s Lynn (Inghilterra)

● 2030 Vadstena (Sweden)

● 2031 Bergen (Norway)

● 2032 Røst (Norway)

The project is officially supported by the Municipality of Sandrigo, Pro Loco Sandrigo, and the VQ Association.