On 25 June 2026, the University Choir – conducted by Maestri Umberto and Giulio Arena – will take part in the event “Heal the World Together”, a global synchronised tribute dedicated to Michael Jackson. On this date, marking the anniversary of the passing of the American singer-songwriter and dancer, the aim is to have the song Heal the World resonate simultaneously in every corner of the planet, a historic anthem of peace, solidarity and care for the world.
In Italy, the exact time of the performance is set for 23:26 (corresponding to 14:26 in the Los Angeles time zone, the exact moment when, in 2009, the artist universally recognised as the King of Pop passed away).
The University of Messina Choir will take part in the initiative by performing the piece live, accompanied by a pre-recorded backing track, on the steps of Palazzo Mariani. The performance of Heal the World will be preceded, from 23:00 onwards, by four additional pieces: Look at the World, A Thousand Years, Viva la Vida, and Dancing Queen.
The event will be available via live streaming at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/live/WD0bY3xe1iM.