The Porrino String Orchestra, conducted by Giorgia Cugia, will be the protagonist of the new event of the festival dedicated to the historical, artistic, and cultural heritage of Santa Giusta. Music returns to the Basilica of Santa Giusta, one of the most representative monuments of Romanesque architecture in Sardinia. On Saturday, November 14, at 6:30 pm, the third edition of Othos – Art, History, and Traditions in the Land of Obsidian will continue with "Archi in armonia," an instrumental concert by the Porrino String Orchestra, conducted by Giorgia Cugia, and organized by the Ennio Porrino Musical Cultural Association. This event will bring ensemble music to one of the symbolic sites of Santa Giusta's history and identity, continuing the festival's mission of promoting the area's archaeological, architectural, and cultural heritage. Admission to the concert is free. The event also takes on special significance due to the historical anniversary of Santa Giusta in 2026. November 13th marks the 800th anniversary of the Council of Sardinian Bishops, celebrated in 1226 in the Cathedral of Santa Giusta. This anniversary recalls the center's role in the religious history of medieval Sardinia and offers an opportunity to rediscover the value of a monument closely tied to the island's history. Built in the first half of the 12th century, the basilica still retains some of the most characteristic elements of Romanesque architecture. The sandstone façade, the interior divided into three naves, the columns with reused Roman-era capitals, and the crypt dedicated to Saints Giusta, Giustina, and Enedina tell a story spanning centuries of transformation. "Archi in armonia" fits into this context. The concert represents a new moment in the Othos program, which, through diverse artistic and cultural expressions, aims to bring the public closer to the sites and testimonies of local history.
the concert
Santa Giusta, Othos returns on Saturday, November 14th
With the Porrino String Orchestra conducted by Giorgia Cugia