International superstar Andrea Bocelli returns to the U.S. for select concert dates, including a stop at Honda Center on Saturday, December 15.
This not-to-be-missed show will feature the celebrated tenor performing some of the world’s most famous opera arias as well as pop and love songs from his greatest hits collection, The Best Of Andrea Bocelli – Vivere, in stores on Sugar Music/Decca on October 30th. Joining Andrea Bocelli on tour is long-time conductor Steven Mercurio and special guest Tony Award®-winner Heather Headley, who sang a duet on “The Prayer” for Bocelli’s live DVD concert, Under The Desert Sky.
Bocelli received rave reviews throughout his sold-out U.S. tour last Fall as an artist showing confidence and mastery in both classical and pop worlds. “His tone was smooth and brimmed with emotion…he owned Madison Square Garden,” celebrated the New York Post. The Sun Sentinel concurred stating, “Bocelli’s singing moves people…He brought suave phrasing and affecting emotion to an arrangement of Italian songs.” The Hollywood Reporter rejoiced, “[Bocelli] brings a passion and joy to such familiar [classical] pieces,” proclaiming, “It was a triumphant appearance.”
The Best Of Andrea Bocelli - Vivere marks a decade of chart-topping albums that has made him a household name and beloved cultural figure the world over. The album features selections from Bocelli’s wildly popular recordings including Romanza, certified 4 times platinum, Sogno certified 2 times platinum, and his most recent platinum disc, Amore. Highlights include “Time To Say Goodbye” his breakthrough smash with Sarah Brightman, “The Prayer,” another duet made famous with Celine Dion, and the more recent Bocelli staples “Because We Believe” and “Besame Mucho” among others. Several new tracks are also exclusively available on Vivere, including new compositions by the renowned and accomplished writer/producer David Foster. Other notable guests on the disc include the acclaimed classical pianist Lang Lang and Latin singing sensation Laura Pausini.
Bocelli will surely give fervent followers and new fans alike a spectacular evening of the very best -- soaring arias and passionate love songs from around the world, reaffirming his status as one of the most celebrated tenors, and romantic voices alive today.