The Great Parade 


Pilgrimage of musicians and singers to Rome with service in St. Peter's Basilica participation in the great Romparade and visit of the Regina Coeli on St. Peter's Square with Pope Francis

Once again the "Eternal City" - after the great successes in previous years - opens its doors to brass music.

Courtial International organizes every year - with the support of the Associazione Internazionale Amici della Fondazione pro Musica e Arte Sacra a "Grand Parade" in Rome. This parade is intended as a very special event for brass bands, fanfare marching bands, marching bands and traditional costume groups, who bring their music directly to the heart of the Eternal City, to the Vatican. Take part in this extraordinary event and perform your art in front of Roman audience and tourists from all over the world.

Our offer

Friday, May 10, 2024


12:00 - Meeting of all conductors with the
organization team.
14:00 - Meeting of all groups at Piazza del Sant'Uffizio.
15:00 h - Holy Mass in St. Peter's Basilica.
Musical arrangement of the service by the chapels celebrated by
H. Eminence Angelo Cardinal Comastri, Archpriest Emeritus of the Papal Basilica of St. Peter's in the Vatican, Vicar General Emeritus of the Pope for Vatican City and President Emeritus of the Cathedral Builders of St. Peter's.


Saturday, May 11, 2024

17:00h - Start of the parade through the streets of Rome. Line-up of the chapels in
circular formation in Piazza Pio XII (St. Peter's Square). Common playing of the European anthem. Afterwards, travel by own bus and participation in the pasta party.

Sunday, May 12, 2024

12:00 - Possibility to participate in the Angelus prayer with Pope Francis.

Departure

Prices for the year 2024 for musicians and active people

2 nights in a religious-run guesthouse near the Vatican or in the
district of Aurelio incl. breakfast, blessed souvenir tiara and participation in
the pasta party and in all events;
the City Tax is not included in the price
€ 189,00 per person in shared room
€ 199,00 per person in double room
€ 229,00 per person in single room

Accommodation in 3 or 4 star hotels as well as city tours, excursions, meals or other tourist services on request.