Tuesday, July 14
| 6:30PM
Festival Napa Valley Stage at Charles Krug
2800 Main Street | St. Helena
Experience the enchantment of La Dolce Vita at this special evening dedicated to the artistic legacy of Luciano Pavarotti, one of the world's most celebrated tenors and cultural ambassadors.
The evening begins at Charles Krug Winery, where the Festival pays tribute to Pavarotti's extraordinary impact on opera and his lasting influence on generations of singers and audiences.
Renowned for the brilliance and power of his voice, as well as his warmth and generosity of spirit, Pavarotti brought opera to vast new audiences throughout his career. He expanded the art form beyond the walls of traditional theaters, reaching millions through televised performances and spectacular open-air concerts in stadiums and arenas worldwide. An advocate for young artists, he was also committed to nurturing the next generation of operatic talent.
Tonight's symphonic program highlights his enduring legacy. Festival alumna Michelle Di Russo, recipient of the 2022 Joel Revzen Conducting Prize, leads the winners of the 2026 Luciano Pavarotti International Voice Competition – presenting a new generation of artists shaped by the standards he set.
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Performers
2022 Joel Revzen Conducting Prizewinner
Argentine-Italian conductor Michelle Di Russo is known for her compelling interpretations and her championing of contemporary music.
Festival Orchestra NAPA is an all-star ensemble of musicians from major international orchestras and faculty from renowned institutions, together with participants from the Frost School at Festival Napa Valley's Blackburn Music Academy. As the central ensemble, the orchestra interacts with nearly every program the festival provides.
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