Imagine: You inherit a map that leads to a treasure, hidden for centuries in a monastery in Transylvania, now part of Romania. Naturally, you don’t hesitate for a moment and embark on a journey with the musicians of Black Pencil to unravel this mystery. Their instruments — from recorders and pan flutes to percussion, viola, and accordion — will guide your way. But beware, The Secret Book of Caioni won’t be revealed so easily: musical riddles must be solved and codes cracked.

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In The Secret Book of Caioni, the musicians of Black Pencil reveal, in an interactive way, the most beautiful music collected by the monk Caioni in the 17th century. His playlist includes a colorful collection of famous works by Monteverdi and di Lasso, as well as exhilarating Romanian dances that will make you groove in your seat, while the next riddle presents itself.

In this way, your ears will open the path to the Holy Grail.

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The Secret Book of Caioni is a performance by Black Pencil, directed by Annechien Koerselman.