La Dolce Roma

La Dolce Roma transports viewers from the heart of Ireland to the sun‑kissed streets of Italy, where the glamour of the 1960s La Dolce Vita era unfolds on screen. The evening opens with the sparkling harmonies of Derby Browne and The Cappuccino Ensemble, accompanied by David Wray on piano, Neville Lloyd on double bass, and Martha Sieromontovska on accordion. From the moment “Volare” soars, fans are swept into a whirlwind of classic Italian hits: “Quando Quando,” “Mambo Italiano,” “Americano,” Nino Rota’s cinematic masterpiece “The Godfather,” and the heart‑warming “Time to Say Goodbye.” The program also features the unmistakable chords of “Arriverderci Roma,” “La Dolce Vita,” and “Amacord,” weaving together spaghetti‑string melodies and the nostalgic imagery of Vespa scooters cruising under Mediterranean skies. Derby Browne, a graduate of the Royal Irish Academy of Music and Conservatory of Music, Dublin, first honed her craft in London’s famed Soho district, where she absorbed Italian La Dolce Vita repertoire from seasoned guitarists. Returning to her Irish roots, she penned this lovingly crafted show—La Dolce Roma—celebrating Italy’s enduring joy of life through timeless, beloved songs. Experience this cinematic celebration of romance, rhythm, and the relentless pleasure of living. Details and tickets available online.