Bring that special someone to SKYPAC and enjoy Romantic standards by Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, Johnny Mercer and the Gershwins.
We are thrilled to welcome Guest Conductor Marcello Cormio!
About: Marcello Cormio is an Italian conductor known for his energetic podium style, strong dramatic instincts, and refined musicianship. Active for over two decades in Europe and the United States, his work spans opera, symphonic conducting, pianist and vocal coaching, and music education.
He is a frequent guest with major opera companies and orchestras, with recent and recurring engagements that include acclaimed opera productions, contemporary works, and symphonic performances across the U.S. and Europe. As a symphonic conductor, he serves as Music Director of the Lexington Chamber Orchestra, where he has led innovative programming for multiple seasons, and he has collaborated with ensembles ranging from regional orchestras to major symphony organizations. His work has earned consistent critical praise for vitality, balance, and sensitivity to singers.
Deeply committed to education, Cormio is Music Director of the Central Kentucky Youth Orchestras, overseeing symphonic ensembles and community-based programs, and has held faculty and leadership roles at universities and summer opera festivals worldwide. He holds advanced degrees in piano, composition, conducting, and musicology, including a Doctor of Musical Arts degree.
