PENSATO is a concept that was born out of the conviction that art can make an important contribution to the business world, both economically and creatively. What started out as an attempt to support the music ensembles financially, turned out to be a powerful learning experience that takes us into uncharted territory of learning. We discovered that the rehearsals of top-notch orchestras and ensembles represent an unprecedented source of deep learning for management teams. Eavesdropping a rehearsal of a renowned orchestra is always a unique experience. The focus and dedication of the musicians creates a real momentum. When we say that music is a metaphor it means that music can carry meaning beyond the literal and the tangible. In other words, music is a vehicle that allows us to discover things that we are unable of articulating and knowing otherwise. This may explain the lifting sensation of a rehearsal and the discoveries by participating management teams. What sets PENSATO apart from other management education is that the learning is triggered, not transmitted. Learning as it should be! read more on pensato.org * a pensato (Italian: "thought") is a composed imaginary note, a written note which is neither played nor heard.