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Composer  

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Contemporary

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Vocal

 

Francesco Sartori is a renowned Italian composer, born on June 28, 1957, in Padua, Italy. He is best known for his work on the song "Con te partirò" (Time to Say Goodbye), which he co-wrote with lyricist Lucio Quarantotto. The song became a global hit and has been covered by numerous artists in various languages. Sartori's interest in music began at a young age, and he started playing the piano when he was just six years old. He went on to study music at the Conservatory of Music in Verona, where he specialized in composition and piano. After completing his studies, Sartori began working as a composer and arranger for various Italian artists. In the early 1990s, Sartori was approached by Italian producer Caterina Caselli to work on a song for Andrea Bocelli, a young tenor who was just starting his career. Sartori teamed up with lyricist Lucio Quarantotto to write "Con te partirò," which was released in 1995. The song was an instant success in Italy and went on to become a global hit, reaching the top of the charts in numerous countries. Following the success of "Con te partirò," Sartori continued to work with Bocelli, co-writing several more songs for the tenor's albums. He also worked with other artists, including Sarah Brightman, for whom he co-wrote the song "Time to Say Goodbye," an English-language version of "Con te partirò." Sartori's work is characterized by his use of classical music elements, combined with contemporary pop and rock influences. He has composed music for film and television, including the score for the Italian film "La vita è bella" (Life is Beautiful), which won an Academy Award for Best Original Dramatic Score in 1999. In addition to his work as a composer, Sartori is also a pianist and conductor. He has conducted orchestras around the world, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Orchestra dell'Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia in Rome. Some of Sartori's other notable works include the opera "La figlia del cielo" (The Daughter of Heaven), which premiered in 2000, and the oratorio "San Francesco d'Assisi" (St. Francis of Assisi), which was commissioned by the Vatican and premiered in 2002. Sartori has received numerous awards and honors for his work, including the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic in 2002 and the Premio Lunezia for his contribution to Italian music in 2015. In conclusion, Francesco Sartori is a highly accomplished composer, pianist, and conductor, known for his work on the global hit "Con te partirò" and his collaborations with Andrea Bocelli and other artists. His music combines classical and contemporary influences and has been featured in film, television, and opera. Sartori's contributions to Italian music have been recognized with numerous awards and honors, cementing his place as one of the country's most celebrated composers.

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