Classical Companion

Christian Capocaccia

by Rouhollah Goudarzi

April 10, 2020

Christian Capocaccia, Syracuse Opera

Maestro Christian Capocaccia, Artistic Director of Syracuse Opera, has some wonderful works and memories to share with us.  From his childhood in Italy, to his first opportunity to conduct professionally, each work has a story.
Favorite Works Playlist

1. S. Bach
   1. Adagio, from the Toccata, Adagio e Fuga for Organ in C, BWV 564
   2. Lionel Rogg, organist
2. A. Mozart
   1. Piano Concerto No. 25, Mvt. 2
   2. Friedrich Gulda, pianist
3. Ludwig van Beethoven
   1. Symphony No. 2, 2^nd Movement
   2. Claudio Abbado, conductor; Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra
4. Franz Schubert
   1. Pieces for Piano D 946, No. 2
   2. Alfred Brendel, piano
5. Claude Debussy
   1. Sonata for Violin and Piano
   2. Isaac Stern, violin; Alexander Zakin, piano
6. Paolo Tosti
   1. A Vucchella
   2. José Carreras, tenor