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5 Facts About Francesco Molinari-Pradelli’s Role on *The Art of the Prima Donna*

  1. He conducted the Orchestra and Chorus of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden. This was for Joan Sutherland’s iconic album The Art of the Prima Donna.

  2. His conducting supported Sutherland’s virtuosic vocal performances. Molinari-Pradelli ensured the orchestral accompaniment matched her dramatic style.

  3. The album features arias from 19th-century bel canto operas. Molinari-Pradelli’s direction helped highlight Sutherland’s technical precision.

  4. He was a seasoned opera conductor with a long career. His experience at major houses like La Scala and the Met informed this recording.

  5. The collaboration produced one of the best-selling classical albums of its era. Molinari-Pradelli’s steady hand contributed to its lasting acclaim.

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