Hey all,
I just got a call a few days ago to go to Italy as a ringer with one of the local youth orchestras. We'll be flying into Milan, then going to Vinice, Tuscanny and, finally, Rome.
So here's my idea: Being the geek that I am, I was thinking about finding appropriate excerpts to play for each place I go. For example, we'll be playing in an ampetheatre outside of Rome, in the middle of the woods, so obviously I would play Pines of Rome there. And, if I can find a fountain in Rome, I could play fountains. In Venice, I think I'll try to find Stravinsky's grave and either play Petrouchka or Firebird. And, of course, Carnival of Venice (better start practicing).
Any other suggestions? I should be able to come up with a lot more, but that's what you guys are for.
I'll be sure to post pictures of my exploits when I get back.
-jimi