Ellen sings the iconic soprano lines written for Monica Mancini in three of Ennio Morricone’s film scores.
From Festival Napa Valley: Experience the enchantment of La Dolce Vita at this evening dedicated to the music of one of the world’s greatest film composers, the late Academy Award-winning Ennio Morricone. The celebration begins at Charles Krug, where the Festival pays tribute to Morricone’s extraordinary legacy in film music. The symphonic concert will be brought to life by visuals on the Festival’s state-of-the-art LED wall, with a special appearance by Monica Mancini. Known for iconic scores such as The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, Cinema Paradiso, and Once Upon a Time in America, Morricone was a master of his craft, effortlessly interweaving contrasting styles to create some of the most sublime music of our time.