Screening of Zampogna: Soul of Southern Italy

First come first serve. In a journey through Southern Italy, Italian American film director David Marker explores the zampogna, a south Italian bagpipe historically considered a shepherd's instrument. Traditionally made by hand from goat skin and wood pipes, the zampogna continues to be manufactured on a small scale although instrument-makers now utilize machine tools to some degree. In the film, musicians and instrument-makers demonstrate their art and share stories about the history and state of this folk instrument and its associated music. As Marker travels through Sicily, Calabria, Campania, and Molise, he reflects on Italian folk culture as a route of return to his family's origins. Post-screening discussion with the director led by Dr. Joseph Sciorra, Calandra Institute. Sponsored by the John D. Documented Italians Film & Video Series. O Free Admission