De betovering van de liergitaar: een reis door de salons van de 19e eeuw. Concert door Domenico Lafasciano

The Enchantment of the Lyre-Guitar: A Journey Through 19th-Century Salons

Concert by Domenico Lafasciano with lyre-guitar and historical costume

Tuesday, April 8, 2025 – 8:00 PM

Keizersgracht 564, Amsterdam

A unique musical journey into the elegance of 19th-century European salons through the refined sounds of the lyre-guitar, a rare instrument inspired by the lyre of Ancient Greece. Played by noblewomen and musicians of the time, it accompanied famous singers like Joseph Dominique Fabry-Garat and Johann Michael Vogl, a close friend of Franz Schubert.

The instrument featured in the concert, built in 1806 in Paris by luthier Henry Lejeune, is part of Maestro Domenico Lafasciano’s private collection. With its twelve gut strings, it represents a key transition between the baroque guitar and the modern six-string guitar.

To recreate the authentic atmosphere of the time, Maestro Lafasciano���an internationally renowned guitarist—will perform in historical costume, presenting works by composers who shaped Parisian salons: Charles de Marescot, Charles Doisy, Ferdinando Carulli, Leonhard Von Call, Filippo Gragnani

A rare opportunity to experience the music and magic of the 19th century!

Free admission – Reservation required.