December 30, 2026
Concerts, Cinema, and Theaters, Culture
FreeOn Wednesday, December 30, the first of the two events of the historic festival, which celebrates the prestigious milestone of 25 editions through music, tradition and Christmas atmosphere.
Music and tradition take center stage once again at Christmas in Valdidentro with the 25th edition of the Choral Review, one of the most eagerly awaited and appreciated events in the holiday calendar, bringing the audience moments of emotion and sharing each year through the harmony of voices.
A particularly significant milestone, that of 25 editions, which bears witness to the continuity and value of an event that has grown over time, becoming an important point of reference for the community and for choral music enthusiasts. A journey built through meetings, collaborations and musical moments that have helped keep alive a tradition deeply tied to the culture of our mountains.
Once again this year, the Review will be divided into two evenings, scheduled for December 30 in Isolaccia and January 4 in Premadio, offering the audience two opportunities to immerse themselves in the evocative atmosphere of choral music during the Christmas holidays.
The first event at Isolaccia Church
The opening evening will take place on Wednesday, December 30, 2026 at the Parish Church of Isolaccia, which will provide the setting for a concert dedicated to music, tradition and emotion.
The event is organized and promoted in collaboration with the Coro Stelvio, conducted by Maestro Matteo Bertolina.
This will be followed by the main concert, with the participation of the Coro Nives di Premana, a prestigious choral ensemble from the province of Lecco, guest of the first evening of this 25th edition.
Coro Stelvio, the heart of the Review
Always a leading force and promoter of the event, the Coro Stelvio
, conducted by Maestro Matteo Bertolina, represents one of the most significant musical ensembles in Alta Valle. Through its passion for singing and its commitment to promoting choral traditions, the group has ensured the continuity of the Review, turning it over the years into a landmark event of the Christmas season.
As tradition dictates, it will be the Coro Stelvio that will open the evening of December 30, welcoming the audience before the guest choir’s performance.
Coro Nives of Premana: nearly seventy years of history and passion
Founded in 1957 in Premana, a small town in Valsassina with a strong musical tradition, Coro Nives was born from the passion for singing of a group of friends, growing over the years into a recognized name in the Alpine choral scene.
The ensemble, made up of male voices, has built its artistic identity starting from the classic S.A.T. repertoire, gradually enriching it with folk songs tied to the culture of Premana, original compositions, sacred music and contemporary pieces.
A path of growth shaped above all by Maestro Francesco Sacchi, who led the choir for over forty years, and continued since 2016 under the direction of Maestro Francesco Bussani.
Over the course of its long activity, Coro Nives has taken part in numerous reviews, festivals and competitions, performing in Italy and abroad, from Switzerland to Germany, from Belgium to the Czech Republic.
Among the most significant moments in its history is the 1997 Concert for Peace in Sarajevo Cathedral, an experience that shows how music can also become an extraordinary tool for encounter and solidarity.
Even today, this ensemble continues to preserve and renew the heritage of folk singing, combining fidelity to its roots with musical exploration and interpretative quality.
Twenty-five editions of music and tradition
The Choral Review of Valdidentro is much more than a simple musical event: it is an opportunity to come together, share the beauty of singing and rediscover a cultural heritage that unites mountain communities.
Reaching the 25th edition offers the chance to celebrate this journey and renew the bond between the Review, its audience and the many ensembles that over the years have helped enrich its history.
The meeting between Coro Stelvio and Coro Nives promises an evening full of evocative moments, in which the voices of the choir members will accompany the audience on a musical journey made of harmonies, memories and emotions.
The Review will continue on Monday, January 4, 2027 in Premadio, with the second event of the festival, to keep celebrating choral music in the spirit of the holidays.
Details
Free admission, no reservation required.
Next event > January 4, 2027 | Premadio Church
