Italian Night: Sblendorio’s Tarantellas

Join local legend Christopher Sblendorio, who will transport you to the heart of Italy through his trio’s voyage (or “viaggio”) through traditional Italian folk music. From the infectious energy of Neapolitan songs, to spirited Sicilian and Calabrian Tarantellas, to the fiery Pizzica of Puglia – the Down County Social Club will be transformed into a pulsating street fair of traditions and passions.

An evening that bridges continents and cultures, bringing the essence of Italian villages and festive piazzas to Undermountain road. Eternal, buffoonish themes of love, longing, and the beautiful countryside shimmer in the classic crooning style. You dont want to miss this night of enchanting melodies where every note played is a brushstroke of Italy’s color-saturated musical landscape.

Christopher Sblendorio is a long-time class teacher in Waldorf schools: first in Massachusetts; and then in California. Story telling is the heart and soul of Waldorf education and Christopher is an extraordinary raconteur. His vibrant pictures of the life of this exemplary Medieval King of Italy make this era of history come alive. Christopher has taken four classes from grade one through grade eight and is now on his fifth class. He lives with his wife, Barbara, in California.