{"id":55341,"date":"2026-11-11T12:47:15","date_gmt":"2026-11-11T11:47:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/concerti-jazz-stasera-a-roma\/live-jazz-rome-december-18-2026-henry-mancini\/"},"modified":"2026-11-11T12:47:24","modified_gmt":"2026-11-11T11:47:24","slug":"live-jazz-rome-december-18-2026-henry-mancini","status":"publish","type":"ajde_events","link":"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/en\/jazz-concert-in-rome\/live-jazz-rome-december-18-2026-henry-mancini\/","title":{"rendered":"Live Jazz in Rome December 18: A Night with Henry Mancini"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Looking for <strong>live jazz in Rome on Friday, December 18, 2026<\/strong>?<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>Spend an unforgettable evening with <strong>A NIGHT WITH HENRY MANCINI<\/strong>, a live jazz tribute to one of the most celebrated composers of film and television music.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>From the timeless romance of <em>Moon River<\/em> to the playful elegance of <em>The Pink Panther<\/em> and the driving rhythm of <em>Peter Gunn<\/em>, four accomplished musicians bring Mancini&#8217;s musical world to life through specially arranged interpretations.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>At Elegance Caf\u00e8 Jazz Club in Rome&#8217;s Ostiense district, this concert becomes part of a complete evening of gourmet dining, Prohibition-inspired cocktails and live music in an intimate setting.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p><strong>Friday, December 18, 2026 \u00b7 Rome, Italy<\/strong><\/p><p><br><\/p><ul><li><strong>Doors open:<\/strong> 6:00 PM<\/li><li><strong>Dinner:<\/strong> From 7:00 PM<\/li><li><strong>Live jazz concert:<\/strong> 9:30 PM<\/li><li><strong>Drink + Concert:<\/strong> \u20ac30 per person, including a reserved table and an eligible drink<\/li><li><strong>Dinner + Concert:<\/strong> Two \u00e0 la carte courses per person, with the concert included; price depends on your menu choices<\/li><\/ul><p><br><\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/en\/book-a-table\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>RESERVE YOUR TABLE FOR DECEMBER 18<\/strong><\/a><\/p><p><br><\/p><h2>A Night with Henry Mancini: iconic film music, reimagined through jazz<\/h2><p><br><\/p><p>Some melodies have the power to take us straight back to a film scene, a character or a particular moment.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>The opening notes of <em>Moon River<\/em> instantly recall the romantic world of <em>Breakfast at Tiffany&#8217;s<\/em>. The unmistakable theme from <em>The Pink Panther<\/em> brings a sense of humour and sophistication, while <em>Peter Gunn<\/em> introduces an entirely different energy, built around its striking rhythmic identity.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>Few composers moved between these contrasting musical worlds as naturally as Henry Mancini.<\/p><p>His music has an enduring connection with jazz, combining memorable melodies, rich harmonies and a remarkable sense of atmosphere.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p><strong>A Night with Henry Mancini<\/strong> explores that legacy through the musical personalities of pianist Riccardo Fassi, vocalist Mimma Pisto, bassist Steve Cantarano and drummer Pietro Iodice.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>Rather than simply reproducing the original soundtracks, the quartet performs interpretations built around arrangements specially created by Fassi and the musicians.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>The project gives these familiar themes a fresh musical perspective, allowing the piano, keyboards, voice, bass and drums to explore new colours and expressive possibilities.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>The result is a jazz concert that combines nostalgia, elegance, rhythmic excitement and the pleasure of rediscovering melodies that have become part of popular culture.<\/p><p><br><\/p><h2>From Moon River to The Pink Panther: the concert repertoire<\/h2><p><br><\/p><p>The programme celebrates Henry Mancini&#8217;s remarkable contribution to film and television music.<\/p><p><strong>Featured repertoire:<\/strong><\/p><p><br><\/p><ul><li><em>The Pink Panther Theme<\/em><\/li><li><em>Moon River<\/em><\/li><li><em>Breakfast at Tiffany&#8217;s<\/em><\/li><li><em>Peter Gunn<\/em><\/li><li><em>Two for the Road<\/em><\/li><li><em>Dreamsville<\/em><\/li><li><em>It Had Better Be Tonight<\/em><\/li><li><em>Loss of Love<\/em><\/li><li><em>Whistling Away the Dark<\/em><\/li><li><em>Baby Elephant Walk<\/em><\/li><li><em>Slow Hot Wind<\/em><\/li><\/ul><p><br><\/p><p>The contrasting personalities of these compositions make the evening especially engaging.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p><em>Moon River<\/em> and <em>Dreamsville<\/em> reveal Mancini&#8217;s gift for expressive, intimate melodies. <em>The Pink Panther<\/em> and <em>Peter Gunn<\/em> bring a distinctive rhythmic character, while <em>Two for the Road<\/em> and <em>Whistling Away the Dark<\/em> evoke further shades of cinematic storytelling.<\/p><p><br><\/p><iframe class=\"ql-video\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/U6AejY3cyzQ?showinfo=0\"><\/iframe><p><br><\/p><p><br><\/p><p>The quartet approaches each piece as musical material to be explored, rather than a soundtrack to be recreated note for note.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>Whether you already love Mancini&#8217;s compositions or are discovering them through jazz for the first time, the concert offers a new way of listening to these unforgettable themes.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p><br><\/p><h2>Meet the musicians<\/h2><p><br><\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/riccardofassi.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Riccardo Fassi <\/strong><\/a><strong>\u2013 Piano and Keyboards<\/strong><\/p><p><br><\/p><p>Pianist and arranger Riccardo Fassi leads the project, shaping the quartet&#8217;s interpretation of Mancini&#8217;s compositions. Piano and keyboards provide a versatile harmonic and tonal foundation, from the more delicate passages to the pieces driven by rhythm.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p><strong>Mimma Pisto \u2013 Vocals<\/strong><\/p><p><br><\/p><p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/wp-content\/smush-avif\/2026\/11\/mimma-pisto-omaggio-henry-mancini-elegance-cafe.jpg.avif\" alt=\"\" title=\"\" data-smush-avif-fallback=\"{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.elegancecafe.it\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/2026\\\/11\\\/mimma-pisto-omaggio-henry-mancini-elegance-cafe.jpg&quot;}\"><\/p><p><br><\/p><p>Vocalist Mimma Pisto brings a lyrical and expressive dimension to the ensemble. Her presence gives particular importance to the song tradition within Mancini&#8217;s music, where melody and storytelling are closely connected.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p><strong>Steve Cantarano \u2013 Bass<\/strong><\/p><p><br><\/p><p>Bassist Steve Cantarano provides the rhythmic and harmonic foundation of the group, supporting the arrangements and interacting with the piano and drums throughout the programme.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p><strong>Pietro Iodice \u2013 Drums<\/strong><\/p><p><br><\/p><p>Drummer Pietro Iodice completes the quartet, bringing rhythmic energy, sensitivity and dynamic contrast to the performance.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>Together, the four musicians explore the unique meeting point between cinematic composition and jazz interpretation.<\/p><p><br><\/p><h2>Dinner and live jazz in Rome: the Elegance Caf\u00e8 experience<\/h2><p><br><\/p><p>An evening inspired by the golden age of film music deserves a setting to match.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>Elegance Caf\u00e8 Jazz Club combines an intimate live music venue with a refined restaurant and cocktail bar in Rome&#8217;s Ostiense neighbourhood, near Piramide.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>The restaurant&#8217;s culinary approach draws inspiration from the Creole and Cajun traditions of the American South, offering a contemporary interpretation of flavours closely associated with the cultural roots of jazz.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>The bar completes the experience with cocktails inspired by the speakeasies of America&#8217;s Prohibition era.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>For Friday, December 18, guests can choose between two options.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p><strong>Dinner + Concert<\/strong><\/p><p><br><\/p><p>Enjoy at least two \u00e0 la carte courses per person, with the live jazz performance included. The final price depends on the dishes selected.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p><strong>Drink + Concert \u2013 \u20ac30 per person<\/strong><\/p><p><br><\/p><p>Includes concert admission, a reserved table and one drink from the eligible selection.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>With dinner available from 7:00 PM and the concert starting at 9:30 PM, you can enjoy a complete evening in one welcoming location.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>Discover more about our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/en\/restaurant-with-live-music\/\" target=\"_blank\">restaurant with live music in Rome<\/a>.<\/p><p><br><\/p><h2>Things to do in Rome on Friday, December 18, 2026<\/h2><p><br><\/p><p>If you&#8217;re visiting Rome in the days leading up to Christmas and looking for something memorable to do on Friday evening, a live jazz concert offers a distinctive alternative to the usual nightlife.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p><strong>A Night with Henry Mancini<\/strong> is especially appealing because its music crosses generations.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>Cinema lovers will recognise themes from <em>Breakfast at Tiffany&#8217;s<\/em> and <em>The Pink Panther<\/em>. Jazz enthusiasts can discover how the musicians transform familiar compositions through their own arrangements. <\/p><p><br><\/p><p>Couples looking for a romantic evening in Rome can enjoy dinner in an intimate setting before sharing the atmosphere of a live performance.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>The event also offers an appealing way to experience a different side of the city, beyond its famous monuments and busy tourist streets.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>Located in the Ostiense district, Elegance Caf\u00e8 welcomes both visitors and residents who wish to enjoy quality live jazz and contemporary dining in the same evening.<\/p><p><br><\/p><p>Whether you&#8217;re planning a date night, celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for great music during your stay in Rome, this is an opportunity to experience Mancini&#8217;s melodies in a new setting.<\/p><p><br><\/p><h2>Event details and reservations<\/h2><p><br><\/p><p><strong>Event:<\/strong> A Night with Henry Mancini<\/p><p><strong>Date:<\/strong> Friday, December 18, 2026<\/p><p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Elegance Caf\u00e8 Jazz Club<\/p><p><strong>Address:<\/strong> Via Francesco Carletti, 5 \u2013 00154 Rome, Italy<\/p><p><strong>Area:<\/strong> Ostiense \/ Piramide<\/p><p><strong>Schedule<\/strong><\/p><p><br><\/p><ul><li>Doors open: 6:00 PM<\/li><li>Dinner service: From 7:00 PM<\/li><li>Live jazz: 9:30 PM<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Booking options<\/strong><\/p><p><br><\/p><ul><li>Drink + Concert: \u20ac30 per person, including admission, a table and an eligible drink.<\/li><li>Dinner + Concert: A minimum of two \u00e0 la carte courses per person, with the concert included. Prices depend on menu choices.<\/li><\/ul><p><br><\/p><p class=\"ql-align-center\"><strong>Online reservations:<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"ql-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/en\/book-a-table\/\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/en\/book-a-table\/<\/a><\/p><p class=\"ql-align-center\"><br><\/p><p class=\"ql-align-center\"><strong>Information:<\/strong><\/p><p class=\"ql-align-center\"><a href=\"tel:+393791360278\" target=\"_blank\">(39) 3791360278<\/a><\/p><p class=\"ql-align-center\"><a href=\"tel:+390657284458\" target=\"_blank\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\">(39) 0657284458<\/a><\/p><p class=\"ql-align-center\"><br><\/p><p class=\"ql-align-center\">Experience the melodies of Henry Mancini through a fresh jazz interpretation, from the romance of <em>Moon River<\/em> to the unmistakable rhythm of <em>Peter Gunn<\/em>.<\/p><p class=\"ql-align-center\"><br><\/p><p class=\"ql-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/en\/book-a-table\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>BOOK YOUR TABLE FOR FRIDAY, DECEMBER 18<\/strong><\/a><\/p><p class=\"ql-align-center\"><br><\/p><p class=\"ql-align-center\">Discover more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/en\/jazz-concert\/\" target=\"_blank\">live jazz concerts in Rome<\/a> at Elegance Caf\u00e8 Jazz Club.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":55342,"menu_order":0,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_joinchat":[]},"tags":[],"event_type":[],"event_type_2":[],"class_list":["post-55341","ajde_events","type-ajde_events","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","evo_faq-are-there-vegetarian-vegan-options-on-the-menu","evo_faq-can-i-have-dinner-during-the-jazz-concert","evo_faq-can-i-purchase-a-gift-card","evo_faq-do-i-need-to-book-in-advance","evo_faq-how-can-i-stay-updated-on-upcoming-events","evo_faq-is-the-venue-accessible-for-people-with-disabilities","evo_faq-what-time-does-the-concert-start","event_location-elegance-cafe"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ajde_events\/55341","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ajde_events"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/ajde_events"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/55342"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=55341"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=55341"},{"taxonomy":"event_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/event_type?post=55341"},{"taxonomy":"event_type_2","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.elegancecafe.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/event_type_2?post=55341"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}