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Neighborhoods of Florence, Italy: Exploring Quartiere di San Giovanni with Kate Bolton-Porciatti
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Kate Bolton-Porciatti is a professor of Italian cultural history and music at the Istituto Lorenzo de'Medici in Florence, where she teaches BA and MA courses in the humanities. She also lectures at the British Institute, Florence, and at the Chigiana Music Academy in Siena. Kate has published extensively as an academic and a journalist; she is a music critic for BBC Music and a travel writer for The Daily Telegraph, UK. Before moving to Italy permanently in 2005, she was a senior producer and broadcaster for BBC Arts & Classical Music in London and has won prestigious Jerusalem and Sony Awards for her programs. She did her M.Phil. thesis in Italy, exploring the musical culture of early Renaissance Florence.
This conversation is suitable for all ages.
90 minutes, including a 30 minute Q&A.
I have been to Florence several times and this discussion included all the basics of the Quartiere di San Giovanni. However, it also brought to light some less familiar sites worth seeing. It was an excellent review for those who have already been to the city and a top-notch if you're planning your first trip the Florence.
I have been to Florence several times and this discussion included all the basics of the Quartiere di San Giovanni. However, it also brought to light some less familiar sites worth seeing. It was an excellent review for those who have already been to the city and a top-notch if you're planning your first trip the Florence.
Very informative and enjoyable session on Florence with Kate Bolton-Porciatti
I felt as if I was on a personal tour. She presented the area in an historical as well as a current view. Very interesting. Whether planning a visit or just for enjoyment I highly recommend Kate.
I felt as if I was on a personal tour. She presented the area in an historical as well as a current view. Very interesting. Whether planning a visit or just for enjoyment I highly recommend Kate.