Italian Neighbors Sing From Windows During Lockdown

Lori Dorn
March 13, 2020

While on lockdown, the people of Siena, Italy opened their windows and stood on their windows so that they could sing the folk song “Canto della Verbena” (“Song of Siena”) as one to the empty streets. The singing allowed people to once again connect with their neighbors and lift the spirits of those within earshot. One native of the city was touched by this beautiful display of community.

People of my hometown #Siena sing a popular song from their houses along an empty street to warm their hearts during the Italian #lockdown. pic.twitter.com/7EKKMIdXov

— valemercurii (@valemercurii) March 12, 2020

A similar event occurred in Naples, where the neighborhood sang “Abbracciame” together. The title of the song translates to “Hug Me”, a common sentiment amongst those in isolation.

Lori Dorn

Lori is a Laughing Squid Contributing Editor based in New York City who has been writing blog posts for over a decade. She also enjoys making jewelry, playing guitar, taking photos and mixing craft cocktails.