Italy is the inspiration for some of Tschaikowskys most famous melodies. This volume of the NAXOS MUSICAL JOURNEY first tranports you to Verona, the city of Shakespears lovers Romeo & Juliet, as evoked in Tschaikowskys romantic Fantasy Overture. Visit the dramatic ruins of the Arena, then on to Florence & thrill to the sight of the legendary Duomo or visit the famed Uffizi & Pitti palaces with their art masterworks; wander through the Villa Bonciani, where Tschaikowsky actually lived. In Naples, see the great sculptures of the Archaeological Museum or experience the spectacular view of Vesuvius, across the Bay of Naples. These are the sights & stories of Italy conjured in the timeless music of Tschaikowsky. 01 Fantasy Overture: Romeo & Juliet, Op. 70 Souvenir de Florence, Op. 70 02 Allegro con spirito 03 Adagio cantabile 04 Allegretto moderato 05 Allegro vivace 06 Capriccio italien