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THE RENOWNED University, SSMA, and the Academia Chigiana are located in the heart of the town. The Instituto-SSMA, is an internationally famous renaissance "palazzo" and is the base for SSMA. From August 13 - 16, Siena turns to feasting and celebrating. It is in Siena that the age-old Palio is continued in the mad dash racing around the Piazza del Campo. Original native costumes and local flags; a festival of great color and pageantry which attracts people from all over the world impacts a profound and valuable historical and cultural experience on participants. Music Director - SSMA |
SIENA is an elegant medieval city in the mountains of North Central Italy, approximately 30 miles south of Florence, in the heart of Tuscany, birthplace of The Renaissance. Both are considered among the most important arts endowed cities of the world. THE COMMUNITY of Siena, in the winter serves over 75,000 people; in the summer, it is transformed into a vibrant and prestigious cultural capital, inviting talented teachers, professionals and students from all over the world to enjoy a common growth experience.
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