Pretty Yende has withdrawn from upcoming performances due to the passing of her father.

The soprano took to social media and said, “With the greatest sadness I am withdrawing from my two precious engagements in Wiener Staatsoper (Don Pasquale) and Opera de Monte Carlo (Il Trovatore) this morning, due to my beloved father’s passing right a few hours after our last Verdi’s Requiem in Naples. It was for him.  I thank each and everyone for all the messages of support and understanding.”

As a result Nina Minsyan will replace the soprano in the role of Norina in “Don Pasquale” in Vienna on March 6, 11, and 13. Monte Carlo has not announced a replacement for Yende.

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