Celebrating a Music Visionary
It is wonderful to see Barbara Minghetti receive the prestigious Pordenone Music Prize for 2026. Her dedication to making opera accessible to everyone has truly left a mark on the arts community.
- She has been a tireless advocate for bringing opera into classrooms, helping students discover the beauty of the art form.
- Her work expanded beyond schools, reaching major theaters across Italy.
- She successfully took these productions international, sharing the magic of opera with audiences in eight different countries.
This award is a well-deserved recognition of her efforts to keep opera alive and thriving for new generations.