In the heart of Corsano, a small town perched on the sun-drenched heel of Puglia, Piazza Umberto I transforms into an intimate open-air theatre when the Havana Trio takes the stage. This isn't just another concert—it's a journey through four decades of Italian singer-songwriting, delivered with irony, warmth, and a storytelling flair that sidesteps cliché. The trio weaves together music, words, and emotion in a way that turns a simple evening out into a shared conversation about the songs that shaped a generation.
A Square Built for Stories
Piazza Umberto I is one of those quiet, beautiful corners of southern Puglia where stone facades hold centuries of memory and neighbors still gather at dusk. When the Havana Trio performs here, the square's acoustics and intimacy amplify every chord and anecdote. The performance feels less like a formal concert and more like an evening spent with friends who happen to play exceptionally well.
Corsano itself is a town that rewards the curious—a maze of whitewashed lanes, wrought-iron balconies, and the kind of unhurried pace that invites you to linger over an aperitivo before the show starts.
What Makes the Havana Trio Different
The trio's approach to Italian cantautori—singer-songwriters like De André, Guccini, and Battisti—is deeply respectful yet refreshingly irreverent. They don't just cover the songs; they dissect them, celebrate them, and occasionally poke gentle fun at the myths surrounding them. The result is a performance that feels alive, intelligent, and completely unpretentious.
- Storytelling between songs that adds context, humor, and personal anecdotes
- Stripped-down arrangements that let the lyrics and melodies breathe
- A repertoire spanning folk, rock, and poetic ballads from the golden age of Italian music
- An atmosphere that welcomes everyone—families, couples, solo travelers, and locals alike
- Open-air setting under the stars, with the warmth of the square's stone underfoot
Making the Most of Your Evening
Arrive early to explore Corsano's old center—the Chiesa Matrice and the narrow vicoli nearby are worth a wander. Grab a seat in the square with a coffee or local wine, and watch the town settle into evening mode. After the concert, many locals drift to nearby trattorias for late-night plates of orecchiette or pittule.
If you're visiting from the coast, Corsano is a short drive inland from the Adriatic beaches around Tricase and Castro, making it easy to combine a day by the sea with an evening of music. The town's relaxed vibe and lack of tourist crowds make it a refreshing counterpoint to busier coastal spots.
Why This Concert Resonates
The Havana Trio's tribute to Italian songwriting isn't nostalgia for its own sake—it's a reminder of how powerful words and melody can be when stripped of spectacle. In a town like Corsano, where life still moves at a human pace, the performance feels perfectly at home. You leave not just entertained, but connected—to the music, to the place, and to the people around you.