The right hand moves into action. It sets the tempo. The wrist movements create the mood, participate in shaping the phrasing. The conductor’s gestures form an art, that of conceiving an interpretation. Although the rigor cannot be detached from classical music, the spirit of innovation is praiseworthy. From the Philharmonic of Paris to the National Opera of the Netherlands and La Scala of Milan, Lorenzo Viotti excels in this exercise in each of his performances. The Franco-Swiss maestro is renowned for his ability to transcend a musical composition. While Mahler’s romanticism and Puccini’s verve require exceptional mastery, his dexterity enables him to captivate even the most demanding music lovers with his ability to conduct a wide range of musical repertoires. Thus, “every gesture made must be reflected in the sound,” explains the virtuoso. And so, with his ability to cross from one universe into another, the Bulgari ambassador comes into harmony with the values of the manufacturer. The second installment of the Unexpected Wonders campaign highlights this remarkable ability for adaptation.
In the first chapter, Octo Finissimo Automatique or Octo Finissimo Calendrier Perpétuel, Lorenzo Viotti’s daily life and his passion become one and the same. For the second part, the aptitude to evolve in all circumstances is extolled. The innovative spirit and rigor inherent in classical music are celebrated as a lifestyle, a protean talent. The score is composed of numerous common values. In any interpretation, with the Octo Roma, Lorenzo Viotti and Bulgari come together in harmony. Versatility serves as a guiding principle for a way of being and acting. The watch’s design, reflecting the body language of the maestro, conveys authenticity and emotion.
