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STEFANO VIGNATI

Music Director & Principal Conductor

Opera Carolina

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ABOUT ME!

Maestro Stefano Vignati serves as Music Director and Principal Conductor of Opera Carolina, Principal Guest Conductor of New York City Opera & Artistic and Music Director of International Lyric Academy.

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OPENING WEEKEND!

Mozart's The Magic Flute
📍 Halton Theater

🗓️ Friday, June 26 – 8:00 PM
🗓️ Saturday, June 27 – 8:00 PM
🗓️ Sunday, June 28 – 2:00 PM

An unforgettable journey of magic, love, and breathtaking music awaits!

🎟️ Get your tickets today at operacarolina.org

#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina

OPENING WEEKEND!

Mozart's The Magic Flute
📍 Halton Theater

🗓️ Friday, June 26 – 8:00 PM
🗓️ Saturday, June 27 – 8:00 PM
🗓️ Sunday, June 28 – 2:00 PM

An unforgettable journey of magic, love, and breathtaking music awaits!

🎟️ Get your tickets today at operacarolina.org

#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina

Happy heavenly 90th birthday, Papà.
Missing you every single day of my life. ❤️
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#stefanovignati #papaadriano #happybirthday

Happy heavenly 90th birthday, Papà.
Missing you every single day of my life. ❤️
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#stefanovignati #papaadriano #happybirthday

Moments from my China tour for Turandot for the Puccini Centennial. Grateful to perform this masterpiece across China.

#stefanovignati
#Turandot
#OperaLife
#InternationalOpera
#OperaConductor

Moments from my China tour for Turandot for the Puccini Centennial. Grateful to perform this masterpiece across China.

#stefanovignati
#Turandot
#OperaLife
#InternationalOpera
#OperaConductor

Grateful for today’s coverage on French TV across Europe and Canada about our Turandot tour in China. Proud to carry the name of Opera Carolina to the world with me!
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina

Grateful for today’s coverage on French TV across Europe and Canada about our Turandot tour in China. Proud to carry the name of Opera Carolina to the world with me!
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina

Honored to welcome Our U.S. Consul General Christopher L. Green and his wife at my Turandot performance in Wuhan, China 🇺🇸🇨🇳

An unforgettable evening celebrating Puccini, culture, and the power of opera to bring worlds together.

Thank you both for visiting and for sharing this special moment with me. Grateful to bring Italian culture to the world and to represent Opera Carolina internationally as Music Director & Principal Conductor.
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #wuhan #christophergreen

Honored to welcome Our U.S. Consul General Christopher L. Green and his wife at my Turandot performance in Wuhan, China 🇺🇸🇨🇳

An unforgettable evening celebrating Puccini, culture, and the power of opera to bring worlds together.

Thank you both for visiting and for sharing this special moment with me. Grateful to bring Italian culture to the world and to represent Opera Carolina internationally as Music Director & Principal Conductor.
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #wuhan #christophergreen

Feeling incredibly grateful to open the celebration of Puccini’s 100th anniversary in China with Festival Puccini Torre del Lago’s Turandot. Excited for what’s next: Suor Angelica and Gianni Schicchi with my wonderful Opera Carolina family. ❤️
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #Turandot #operacarolina

Feeling incredibly grateful to open the celebration of Puccini’s 100th anniversary in China with Festival Puccini Torre del Lago’s Turandot. Excited for what’s next: Suor Angelica and Gianni Schicchi with my wonderful Opera Carolina family. ❤️
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #Turandot #operacarolina

Taking a Christmas breather in Los Angeles, before heading to China 🇨🇳 for an extraordinary tour of Puccini’s Turandot.

Honored to represent Opera Carolina as Music Director and Principal Conductor in the historic production from the Festival Puccini of Torre del Lago.

Music truly travels the world. 🎶
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#maestro #stefanovignati #operacarolina #musicdirector #principalconductor

Taking a Christmas breather in Los Angeles, before heading to China 🇨🇳 for an extraordinary tour of Puccini’s Turandot.

Honored to represent Opera Carolina as Music Director and Principal Conductor in the historic production from the Festival Puccini of Torre del Lago.

Music truly travels the world. 🎶
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#maestro #stefanovignati #operacarolina #musicdirector #principalconductor

A Night to Remember
An evening of music, friendship, and inspiration with our General Director @doctor_shante , Artistic Director @claudioferri, and our wonderful patron, Dr. Matteo Fregosi, celebrating the magic that happens when passion and art unite.
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Pic by @cadyfotografia
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina #musicdirector #PrincipalConductor #drshante #generaldirector #positivevibes #friends #matteofregosi #OperaMagic #ANightToRemember #OperaCarolina

A Night to Remember
An evening of music, friendship, and inspiration with our General Director @doctor_shante , Artistic Director @claudioferri, and our wonderful patron, Dr. Matteo Fregosi, celebrating the magic that happens when passion and art unite.
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Pic by @cadyfotografia
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina #musicdirector #PrincipalConductor #drshante #generaldirector #positivevibes #friends #matteofregosi #OperaMagic #ANightToRemember #OperaCarolina

Back at my Opera Carolina office and ready for the next chapters with Gianni Schicchi and Suor Angelica, Turandot by Puccini and Busoni and much more ahead........GRATEFUL!!!
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Photo @cadyfotografia
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina #musicdirector #PrincipalConductor

Back at my Opera Carolina office and ready for the next chapters with Gianni Schicchi and Suor Angelica, Turandot by Puccini and Busoni and much more ahead........GRATEFUL!!!
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Photo @cadyfotografia
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina #musicdirector #PrincipalConductor

🎼 “L’amico Fritz è una partitura fatta di emozione e trasparenza”
Il direttore d’orchestra Stefano Vignati racconta la delicatezza musicale e la forza narrativa di un’opera che sorprende per la sua autenticità.

@comunedilivorno @teatrogoldonilivorno
Reposted from @mascagnifestival
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina #musicdirector #PrincipalConductor #LAmicoFritz #festivalmascagni

🎼 “L’amico Fritz è una partitura fatta di emozione e trasparenza”
Il direttore d’orchestra Stefano Vignati racconta la delicatezza musicale e la forza narrativa di un’opera che sorprende per la sua autenticità.

@comunedilivorno @teatrogoldonilivorno
Reposted from @mascagnifestival
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina #musicdirector #PrincipalConductor #LAmicoFritz #festivalmascagni

Step into the world of L’Amico Fritz at @mascagnifestival where music meets passion and beauty shines on stage! See you tomorrow.
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#OperaLovers #MascagniFestival #LAmicoFritz #OperaExperience #ItalianOpera #maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina #musicdirector #PrincipalConductor

Step into the world of L’Amico Fritz at @mascagnifestival where music meets passion and beauty shines on stage! See you tomorrow.
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#OperaLovers #MascagniFestival #LAmicoFritz #OperaExperience #ItalianOpera #maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina #musicdirector #PrincipalConductor

Don’t miss the incredible Mascagni’s masterpiece, L’Amico Fritz at the @mascagnifestival.

A fabulous cast and breathtaking scenery await you for an unforgettable experience.

Secure your seat today and be part of the magic!
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina #musicdirector #PrincipalConductor #MascagniFestival #LAmicoFritz #OperaFestival #LiveOpera #OperaLovers #OperaMagic #ClassicalMusic #ItalianOpera #MusicFestival #CulturalEvents #OperaExperience #OperaPerformance #OperaNight #OperaSeason

Don’t miss the incredible Mascagni’s masterpiece, L’Amico Fritz at the @mascagnifestival.

A fabulous cast and breathtaking scenery await you for an unforgettable experience.

Secure your seat today and be part of the magic!
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina #musicdirector #PrincipalConductor #MascagniFestival #LAmicoFritz #OperaFestival #LiveOpera #OperaLovers #OperaMagic #ClassicalMusic #ItalianOpera #MusicFestival #CulturalEvents #OperaExperience #OperaPerformance #OperaNight #OperaSeason

Throwback Thursday to a magical evening with Barbara Frittoli, music at its finest. Many more unforgettable moments to come with our Falstaff next Season!!
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina #musicdirector #PrincipalConductor #operainconcert
#barbarafrittoli

Throwback Thursday to a magical evening with Barbara Frittoli, music at its finest. Many more unforgettable moments to come with our Falstaff next Season!!
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina #musicdirector #PrincipalConductor #operainconcert
#barbarafrittoli

La Traviata in Taormina... a night I will carry in my heart forever. The music, the passion, the audience and new friends made the ancient Greek Theater truly magical.

Now I look forward with gratitude to the @mascagnifestival debut with L’Amico Fritz. Don't miss this spectacular production if you are in Tuscany!
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #latraviata #TaorminaOperaFestival #SicilyMagic #italy

La Traviata in Taormina... a night I will carry in my heart forever. The music, the passion, the audience and new friends made the ancient Greek Theater truly magical.

Now I look forward with gratitude to the @mascagnifestival debut with L’Amico Fritz. Don't miss this spectacular production if you are in Tuscany!
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #latraviata #TaorminaOperaFestival #SicilyMagic #italy

Working with the FVG Orchestra has been an absolute treat. Such talented and passionate young musicians!. Now it’s time for our final concert in Venice on July 15.
Don’t miss this unforgettable night!
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#stefanovignati #conductor #maestro #opera #operacarolina #symphonic #FVGOrchestra #VeniceConcert #ClassicalMusic #Finale

Working with the FVG Orchestra has been an absolute treat. Such talented and passionate young musicians!. Now it’s time for our final concert in Venice on July 15.
Don’t miss this unforgettable night!
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#stefanovignati #conductor #maestro #opera #operacarolina #symphonic #FVGOrchestra #VeniceConcert #ClassicalMusic #Finale

A baton in hand, a vision in heart. Shaping sound into soul as Music Director and Principal Conductor at Opera Carolina!
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Photo : @cadyfotografia
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina #musicdirector #PrincipalConductor #drshante #generaldirector #positivevibes #charlotte #queencity #charlottenc #thequeencity

A baton in hand, a vision in heart. Shaping sound into soul as Music Director and Principal Conductor at Opera Carolina!
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Photo : @cadyfotografia
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina #musicdirector #PrincipalConductor #drshante #generaldirector #positivevibes #charlotte #queencity #charlottenc #thequeencity

Magic of NYC! Meeting iconic F. Murray Abraham (unforgettable Salieri) after my New York City Opera performance in Bryant Park.
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #NYCOpera #BryantParkMoments #FMurrayAbraham #Salieri #OperaLife #AmadeusLegend #MagicOfNYC #ArtistEncounters #OperaInThePark #NYCMoments #LegendaryMeeting
#academyaward #oscar #nyc #newyork

Magic of NYC! Meeting iconic F. Murray Abraham (unforgettable Salieri) after my New York City Opera performance in Bryant Park.
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #NYCOpera #BryantParkMoments #FMurrayAbraham #Salieri #OperaLife #AmadeusLegend #MagicOfNYC #ArtistEncounters #OperaInThePark #NYCMoments #LegendaryMeeting
#academyaward #oscar #nyc #newyork

At Opera Carolina, we’re capturing more than moments, we’re telling stories, frame by frame.

Dr. Shanté Williams
General Director

Stefano Vignati
Music Director & Principal Conductor

Photo by @cadyfotografia

#OperaCarolina #BehindTheScenes #StoryThroughArt #OperaInFocus #TheArtOfOpera #maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina #musicdirector #PrincipalConductor #drshante #generaldirector #friends
#charlotte #queencity #charlottenc #thequeencity #qcopera #writinghistory

At Opera Carolina, we’re capturing more than moments, we’re telling stories, frame by frame.

Dr. Shanté Williams
General Director

Stefano Vignati
Music Director & Principal Conductor

Photo by @cadyfotografia

#OperaCarolina #BehindTheScenes #StoryThroughArt #OperaInFocus #TheArtOfOpera #maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina #musicdirector #PrincipalConductor #drshante #generaldirector #friends
#charlotte #queencity #charlottenc #thequeencity #qcopera #writinghistory

New President of the Opera Guild of Charlotte & Opera Carolina new Music Director. Ready to do great things together!
Benvenuto Dear Neal!! @neal_orr
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina #musicdirector
#PrincipalConductor #operaguildofcharlotte #operaguild #charlotte #queencity #charlottenc #thequeencity #nealorr

New President of the Opera Guild of Charlotte & Opera Carolina new Music Director. Ready to do great things together!
Benvenuto Dear Neal!! @neal_orr
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina #musicdirector
#PrincipalConductor #operaguildofcharlotte #operaguild #charlotte #queencity #charlottenc #thequeencity #nealorr

From the stage to the national screen! Honored to represent Opera Carolina alongside Dr. Shanté Williams on national TV—filmed in the heart of New York City. Stay tuned!!!
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#OnAir #NationalTV #OperaOnScreen #BigMoment #maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #drshante #tv #nyc #newyork #nationaltv #staytuned

From the stage to the national screen! Honored to represent Opera Carolina alongside Dr. Shanté Williams on national TV—filmed in the heart of New York City. Stay tuned!!!
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#OnAir #NationalTV #OperaOnScreen #BigMoment #maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #drshante #tv #nyc #newyork #nationaltv #staytuned

Thank you, Jane Monreal (@janemon7), for the wonderful interview this morning on WCNC (@wcnctv)! It was a true pleasure meeting you. Now, together with Dr. Shantè (@doctor_shante), we look forward to hosting you in Italy. Ad majora!
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #interview #wcnc #wcnccharlotte #tv
#liveinterviews #charlotte #queencity #charlottenc #thequeencity #MusicDirector #PrincipalConductor

Thank you, Jane Monreal (@janemon7), for the wonderful interview this morning on WCNC (@wcnctv)! It was a true pleasure meeting you. Now, together with Dr. Shantè (@doctor_shante), we look forward to hosting you in Italy. Ad majora!
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #interview #wcnc #wcnccharlotte #tv
#liveinterviews #charlotte #queencity #charlottenc #thequeencity #MusicDirector #PrincipalConductor

If you're in Italy this August, don't miss this spectacular performance set in one of the most breathtaking locations on Earth, Taormina. An unforgettable experience awaits.
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #latraviata #giuseppeverdi #verdi #taormina #teatrogrecotaormina #sicily

If you're in Italy this August, don't miss this spectacular performance set in one of the most breathtaking locations on Earth, Taormina. An unforgettable experience awaits.
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #latraviata #giuseppeverdi #verdi #taormina #teatrogrecotaormina #sicily

Enjoying the company of our Board Chair, Carol Kendrick, and Board Member, Barbara Holt. It was a true pleasure to welcome them to my new office at the Opera House.
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #operacarolina #opera #friends #boardchair #MusicDirector #PrincipalConductor

Enjoying the company of our Board Chair, Carol Kendrick, and Board Member, Barbara Holt. It was a true pleasure to welcome them to my new office at the Opera House.
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #operacarolina #opera #friends #boardchair #MusicDirector #PrincipalConductor

Thrilled to make my house debut with New York City Opera! Honored to join this iconic company and bring this fiery music to life on stage. Let’s do this!
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#Maestro #Stefanovignati #Conductor #Opera #Concerts #CarmenNYCO #HouseDebut #NYCO #OperaLife #Bizet #Carmen #NewYorkCityOpera #OperaSinger #OnStage #ClassicalMusic #operalover #newyork #nyc #ny #bigapple #bryantpark

Thrilled to make my house debut with New York City Opera! Honored to join this iconic company and bring this fiery music to life on stage. Let’s do this!
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#Maestro #Stefanovignati #Conductor #Opera #Concerts #CarmenNYCO #HouseDebut #NYCO #OperaLife #Bizet #Carmen #NewYorkCityOpera #OperaSinger #OnStage #ClassicalMusic #operalover #newyork #nyc #ny #bigapple #bryantpark

“Serving pasta with my legendary friend Chef Bruno Serato to the amazing kids of the Boys & Girls Clubs—powered by love, care, kindness, and Caterina’s Club! Mission: make ‘em smile (and maybe ask for seconds).”
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#PastaPower #FeedTheFuture #CaterinasClub #MissionSmile #ChefLife #KidsFirst #maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera

“Serving pasta with my legendary friend Chef Bruno Serato to the amazing kids of the Boys & Girls Clubs—powered by love, care, kindness, and Caterina’s Club! Mission: make ‘em smile (and maybe ask for seconds).”
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#PastaPower #FeedTheFuture #CaterinasClub #MissionSmile #ChefLife #KidsFirst #maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera

An evening of sacred music in the heart of Venice—where tradition meets new creation. Join us for a program of timeless works and the world premiere of Regina Coeli by Raphael Fusco. If you're in Venice, we’d be honored to have you in the audience.
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #pergolesistabatmater #exsultatejubilate #venice #venezia

An evening of sacred music in the heart of Venice—where tradition meets new creation. Join us for a program of timeless works and the world premiere of Regina Coeli by Raphael Fusco. If you're in Venice, we’d be honored to have you in the audience.
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #pergolesistabatmater #exsultatejubilate #venice #venezia

#tbt
When there's no podium, but there's a Vespa… you make it work. Kindly forced to conduct the Rigoletto encore like a true Italian—on two wheels and a smile!
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #vespa #piaggio @newportitalian

#tbt
When there's no podium, but there's a Vespa… you make it work. Kindly forced to conduct the Rigoletto encore like a true Italian—on two wheels and a smile!
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #vespa #piaggio @newportitalian

I'm really looking forward to this incredible opera featuring such outstanding young artists.
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #falstaff #giuseppeverdi #cataldorusso @cataldorusso

I'm really looking forward to this incredible opera featuring such outstanding young artists.
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #falstaff #giuseppeverdi #cataldorusso @cataldorusso

Friends are like stars 😊
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #friends

Friends are like stars 😊
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #friends

A night to remember and memories forever etched in my heart. Thank you @doctor_shante ❤️
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina #friends #drshante #anighttoremember #celebrating75years

A night to remember and memories forever etched in my heart. Thank you @doctor_shante ❤️
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#maestro #stefanovignati #conductor #opera #operacarolina #friends #drshante #anighttoremember #celebrating75years

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