Newpoli is a group of exceptionally talented musicians who specialize in Southern Italian Folk Music, mainly from the regions of Campania and Puglia. Newpoli integrates a wide variety of styles such as Tarantella-Pizzica, Tammuriata, Villanella and the Neapolitan Canzone, encompassing music from the Middle Ages to the 19th century.

Their music is an exciting journey through time, culture and musical styles. The South of Italy has a colorful past with influences from Africa, the Middle East and ancient Greece. All of these influences can still be heard in the traditional melodies and rhythms of the pizzica, tarantella and in all of the musical styles of the South. Newpoli, guided by their passion for playing and researching these seldom played traditional styles, introduces the joy and beauty of this music while recounting the ancient stories and rituals described in the lyrics. The group has been enthusiastically received everywhere, as the audience is mesmerized by the vitality, energy and spice of their performance.

“Newpoli puts fresh spin on Italian folk tunes!”
-Bob Young (Boston Herald 2008)

“...Here's a great way to transport yourself to Southern Italy without worrying about the exchange rate - or a plane ticket.”
- June Wulff (Boston Globe 2008)


“Neapolitan folk roots played with gusto...”
- Stanford University Music Review


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