The Embassy of Italy in Singapore is pleased to inaugurate a year of cultural initiatives celebrating the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Italy and Singapore with a special concert by renowned Italian pianist and composer Alessandro Martire. His original and evocative music, accompanied by the talented string ensemble Flavours Quartet, will captivate the audience in an evening of culture, art, and friendship between our two nations. This event promises an emotional journey through melody and tradition, where the magic of music serves as a symbol of a timeless bond.
The concert is organized in collaboration with Temenggong Artists-In-Residence, with the Singapore Botanic Gardens as venue partner.
The pianist
Alessandro Martire is a young talented, and renowned Italian pianist and composer who masterfully blends contemporary classical music with pop and minimalism. Born in 1992 in Como, he discovered his passion for the piano at the age of 11 and composed his first concertos by the age of 15.
Alessandro studied at Berklee College of Music in Boston in 2012; he earned a degree in International Relations from the University of Milan in 2016.
Alessandro is celebrated for his innovative projects, including the Floating Waves Concert and the Ice Waves Experience on the frozen Lake Staz in St. Moritz, Switzerland, in 2021. He founded the Lake Endless Joy Festival in Como, collaborated with National Geographic, and was honoured with the Nations Artistic Award in 2021 by the association EvenTao. He was chosen to unveil the emblem for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympic Games with his composition Aria.
In 2023, Mr. Martire performed his composition The Future of Nature at Expo City Dubai for COP28, the 28th annual UN climate conference.
Mr. Martire founded in 2015 the philanthropic non-profit organisation Infinity Sound.
Flavours Quartet
Flavours Quartet is a passionate and fun-loving string ensemble dedicated to bringing a variety of musical “flavours” to the stage.
As both music educators and performers, the quartet has been actively involved in various local ensembles and symphony orchestras, having played with orchestras like NUS Symphony Orchestra (NUSSO) and Orchestra of the Music Makers (OMM)
Formed through their shared love for classical music, the quartet aims to spread the joy of chamber music by performing pieces that span diverse styles, eras and emotions. Through their performances, they hope to connect with audiences and inspire deeper appreciation for the art of string quartet music.
Welcome to bring your own beverages and food!
Free Admission
