Saturday, October 4
| 6:00PM
Darioush
4240 Silverado Trail | Napa
Gracious hospitality is more than a gesture — it’s a way of living, shaped by generosity and intention. It’s something Darioush and Shahpar Khaledi know well. Rooted in their Persian heritage — where wine, art, and music are central to daily life — they believe in the power of culture to connect and uplift. This lot brings those elements together in support of two causes close to home: strengthening wildfire prevention and relief across California, as well as Arts for All scholarships for talented youth.
The evening begins with an intimate performance in the estate’s serene open-air amphitheater featuring two Festival favorites — Grammy Award–winning American soprano Angel Blue and celebrated French pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet. Blue has captivated audiences around the world, from her acclaimed performances as Mimi in La Bohème at the Metropolitan Opera to international tours alongside Plácido Domingo. Thibaudet’s genre-spanning oeuvre includes Gramophone Award–winning albums, the title of Officier de l’ordre des Arts et des Lettres from the French Ministry of Culture, and a performance wardrobe designed by Dame Vivienne Westwood.
Following what promises to be an unforgettable concert, guests will gather for a lavish chef’s dinner, with each course thoughtfully paired with sublime wines from the Darioush estate — a fitting close to an evening of music, beauty, and purpose.
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Performers
Angel Blue has emerged in recent seasons as one of the most influential sopranos today. Having performed in over 40 countries, she is celebrated worldwide for her affecting deliveries of beloved operatic roles and has won two Grammy Awards, as well as the Beverly Sills Award and Richard Tucker Award.
Through elegant musicality and an insightful approach to contemporary and established repertoire, Jean-Yves Thibaudet has earned a reputation as one of the world’s finest pianists. He is especially known for his diverse interests beyond the classical world, including numerous collaborations in film, fashion, and visual art.
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