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THE MAGIC “UNO PER TUTTI” AND ITALY by Klára

Hello Il Volo Flightcrew,
You might remember me from a kilometre long article last year where I wrote about two concerts in Florence and in Prague.
There have been several reviews and articles about Tutti per uno 2026 (Uno per tutti) from Mantua posted already but I am still so excited that I had the opportunity to attend all three concerts and thought … I might write another article myself.
I know Daniela will certainly write about the concerts shortly after they run on tv and will explain all the context of the songs; the tv concerts will also probably be cut very differently from the live versions… I do not want to spoil too many surprises so I thought I would concentrate on the small things in between, the jokes that probably won’t make it to tv, little observations and some personal experiences.

FINALLY IN ITALY

Let me tell you that I love Italy (don’t we all?) and the week I spent there this time was one of the best times of my life. 🥰

Apart from Italy I also love Flix buses (long-distance buses), especially the night ones; I got on a bus in Pilsen, Czech Republic, around 10 p.m., took a nap and at 8.30 a.m. I was in Como (near Milan)! 🚌
HAPPY IN ITALY
There, among other things, I took the funicular that brought me to a village called Brunate located above the sea…. Funiculi, funiculà! ….Then I moved to Milan and finally to Mantua.
The funicular in Como
Lake Como
I had an (maybe) ambitious plan to use Mantua as “base camp”, make as many trips as possible during the day and then attend the concerts in the evening. And everything worked out so well. I went to Cremona and visited the violin museum, went to Peschiera del Garda at the lake Garda and read a book on a beach there, went to Parma and met my friend there, visited Verona and saw the impressive Arena di Verona…😲
Violin Museum in Cremona
Lake Garda
Parma
Verona

REHEARSALS

Every day I returned to Mantua really early from my trips and hurried to Palazzo Te; I arrived there maybe way too early… but I got to listen to the rehearsals! The rehearsals were not open to the public, of course, but there is a huge park around the palace and even though you couldn’t see anything, you could quite clearly hear what the guys were rehearsing.
It’s probably not a surprise that Ignazio was “directing” the whole rehearsals. His “Gianlu, where are youuuu?” was heard in the whole park! 😂
The guys were rehearsing Caruso, over and over and over, with their guest.
Then I noticed that they were singing another song and after they finished, Piero asked:  “Hmmm, for you and me, hmm, shouldn’t it be for you and for me, though?” And they sang it again from the beginning with the correct lyrics, this time.
It was great to catch some remarks here and there, parts of songs, guess who might be the guests, and sometimes you even didn’t have to guess, for example when Ignazio shouted:
“Applause for NOOOEEEEMIIIII!” 😁
The park around Palazzo Te

THE VIEW

Before the concert
I had the ticket for row seven for the first concert and it was really good; I was sitting among a group of fans who were loudly cheering for the guys.
Before the second concert, I got to my seat really early, this time I sat in row 4 but a bit sideways, not directly in front of the podium. There were six seats and then a gap and other part of the seats. And I was the only one sitting there. The beginning of the concert was getting closer, and I was still alone there. Looking around. Nobody in my row. I got so worried because on Thursday, Amadeus – who turned out to be the co-host of the evening – was at first sitting among the public and pretending to be a normal spectator. Only then he got on stage. I was so worried that I will unknowingly end up next to the host of the second evening because they might repeat this entrance. What’s worse! What if I don’t even recognize that I’m sitting next to the host-to-be?! Because naturally, I don’t know Italian artists that well. 🤔
But don’t worry, just before the beginning a group of four friends finally came to their seats, another lady arrived and sat down on the last vacant chair and none of them was the host! Phewww. 😃
I also made sure to use all the advantages my seat offered. I may not have had the stage directly in front of me, but what was in front of me was the tent situated backstage, just immediately next to the stage. I, of course, very carefully observed the guys, especially Gianluca, whenever they weren’t singing and were in this tent. They got their make-up retouched there, hair combed, Piero ate there and there were so many people just popping up to hug the guys. Awww, this was so nice to see. 🥰
The tent

THE ATMOSPHERE

I loved the atmosphere of this event – seeing the fans meet each other, talk about their favourite artists, and take photos. It is such a big concert, an important event filmed for tv and yet it is so relaxed. For example, the security guards were so polite and helpful, which is something I don’t always see in my country. And the atmosphere on the stage was amazing, too.
The camaraderie and understanding between Piero, Gianluca and Ignazio was palpable. Ignazio was so visibly happy and content ,  I mean he always jokes and makes fun, so you would rarely pause and think whether he is happy or not. But then when he is really happy, you really see it.
I had this feeling last year already and felt it even more this year: Ignazio is like a great athlete who peaks at the right time. He does great at the regular comps but leaves everyone speechless at the Olympics. The broad range of songs and the collaborations he prepared for these three nights? An Amy Winehouse song, Jesus Christ Superstar, a song in French, his own song…
Deservedly, he got so many standing ovations. My Gianluca-fangirl-forever heart got even a little sad (I know, I know it’s not a competition between the guys, but still…) and I know that it was also mentioned here in the comments in a previous article – so I would like to mention that I saw an interview a few days ago and the interviewer asked the guys who gets the biggest applause and they all agreed that it’s not a question about who but it always depends on the song. ♥️

THE MUSIC

I don’t want to spoil too much and also have to admit that I didn’t know all the songs. The absolute majority were Italian songs and it was wonderful to see –even though I might not know them – the audience knew the lyrics and enthusiastically sang along with the guys.
There were many guests and again – even though I might not know them – the public clearly knew them and loved them, and I loved to see it!
And then, when it came to “Grande Amore” and “Capolavoro”, the whole audience – Italians and foreigners – sang a squarciagola (at the top of one’s lungs). I was delighted to hear “Frammenti di universo” again and could not believe my luck that the guys sang “Don’t cry for me Argentina” here in Europe.
I absolutely loved all the duets ,  every evening there were three different duets between the guys. For Piero and Gianluca I would say “Era già tutto previsto” was my favourite, I love the blend of Gianluca’s and Ignazio’s voices the most and it’s hard to pick a favourite but probably I’d say “Mi manchi” and for Ignazio and Piero “Avevo un cuore che ti amava tanto”.
Gianluca and Ignazio
And what about solos and collaborations with guests?
Sometimes I wish Piero would venture a bit from the well-known waters of operatic arias…
But then he sang ”No puede ser”, I had heard it a few times already, but somehow it was a completely different experience in Mantua, he made me appreciate it again and I thought “But with this voice, wouldn’t it be a shame to not sing opera?”
The guys are so friendly to all guests and make them feel welcome and appreciated on stage; however, it’s especially nice to see them perform with their friends and it was the case of Piero’s duet with Malika Ayane, it felt so natural, you could see how they were both enjoying the duet.
For Gianluca I have to mention his duet with Michele Bravi. I hadn’t heard about Michele before but googled and found out that he won the Italian X Factor in 2013 and is the same age as Gianluca. Even though the guys have sung with so many people I’d say they don’t sing that often with male singers their age. So, at first, I was maybe surprised by this choice. And then I was mesmerized, sitting there literally with my mouth open, I’ve never felt so much chemistry between two singers. Michele was the biggest human live representation of the heart-eyes emoji. It was so cute to see how much they admired each other. I immediately added him to my Spotify playlist. 😉
And Ignazio… It’s so hard to choose one or two favourite moments. I was impressed many times so I’m just going to say when I was surprised the most: when he sang in French, the song called Voilà!

SPEECHES

The speeches are an important part of these concerts. I loved the longer introductions of songs. Piero spoke about opera and always discovering new and new stories there to tell.
Gianluca was introducing his favourite Italian singers-songwriters the way only he can.
And then there was Ignazio. He jokes so often but then, when he says something serious, it has such an impact.
In her article, Daniela already mentioned how he talked about their music as a companion for anyone who feels lonely.
So, I’m going to mention two other occasions. The first one is that he addressed the public also in English and thanked the international audience for coming to Mantua – to a concert conducted entirely in Italian with guests and music known mainly to Italians. The guys are so aware of their fans, who they are, and know and appreciate that they come from all Europe and the whole world to Mantua.
And the second serious speech I’d like to mention happened during the first concert. After having sung Hallelujah, Gianluca dedicated the song and the applause to his grandfather (whose funeral was on that day in the morning), Piero hugged him and Ignazio said:
“When we lose someone, we remain here to live. And I would like to dedicate the applause to everyone who has had the courage to accept the loss and let go, when the loved one cannot be here, because one needs a lot of courage to keep going. It’s not easy. You know, people often say ‘our life must go on’. But it’s not always like this. When you lose someone, you need a lot of courage to go on, and I would like to applaud Gianluca at this moment and to every one of you who has had the courage to keep going.”
Simple words, short speech and it resonated with me so much and I believe not only with me.

A short video of a touching moment involving Gianluca, and the lovely words from Ignazio.
Ignazio, Piero and Gianluca do not hide their feelings, they have experienced losses, sadness like all of us and they are able to find the right words to say in such moments.
The setting at Palazzo Te

IL VOLO AS HOSTS

As you probably know, each of the guys hosted one evening with the help of a co-host. Alice Fontana reviewed this in depth in her articles. I would like to only add that in my opinion it was not necessarily done to show the growth of the guys as hosts during one particular evening. I think it was done very smartly to fit each of them and it just happened that Piero hosted the first evening with Amadeus, one of the most famous Italian hosts (who hosted San Remo Festival for many years) and in that case it was only natural for Piero to assume the role of the apprentice even though Piero would be a capable host on his own. And that’s how the impression of “it’s done to show the growth” might have been planted.
But for Ignazio, on the other hand, it wouldn’t be fitting to be the “apprentice” on stage, he is so natural and confident and just himself that he was just himself next to Noemi and didn’t change during the evening.
To be honest, I was a bit worried about Gianluca because on stage he likes to leave the talking and joking to Piero and Ignazio, but of course, I should have trusted the guys and their team.
They found the perfect co-host and perfect approach for him. The comedian Katia Follesa as the over-enthusiastic fan and Gianluca gently reassuring her that she’s “the light of my eyes, the breath of my breath, the mirror of my soul”. I can assure you that it sounds ten times better in Italian though, and about a hundredth time better in Gianluca’s voice (Piero advised him to use that special tone reserved for radio interviews��). 😍

THE JOKES AND SHENANIGANS

We love the jokes. I think they will not make it to the TV, and it would be such a shame to just leave them out, so I’d love to recount some of them.
For the first one I just would like to clarify that in some parts of Italy, bread is traditionally
made without salt…
Amadeus, the co-host, talked about what the guys were doing backstage and how professional they were and that they were calm even before this big concert.
“And do you know who is the most relaxed? Ignazio.
Do you know what he does backstage? He eats.
Eat bread.
Without salt.
And because it’s without salt he goes and puts salt on it.
He eats and then sings AAAAAAA.”
Gianluca: And how he sings! [to Amadeus] Try putting salt on bread and you’ll see how you’ll sing then.
On the first evening, Piero changed his jacket, took a white one, remarked how important the next song was and made Ignazio and Gianluca sit on the stage and observe (even though Gianluca protested they had to go backstage “because Ignazio has to eat more bread”)… Piero confidently came to the middle of the stage and then remembered “Oh, we will do this on Saturday, so who will be here on Saturday, will know”, took his white jacket off and continued 😂
When he wore this white jacket on Saturday, Gianluca said he reminded him of a waiter and immediately ordered “still water for table 7”, while Ignazio admitted he didn’t say it only because he wanted to be nice �� But Piero asked the spectators how they liked it and got unanimous reassuring that he was looking great. 🥰
One jacket change was not enough for Piero on the first evening, though. And the change required help from Ignazio and Gianluca. Ignazio was holding the new, sparkly jacket and Gianluca was helping him out of the black one. But then, for some reason, Gianluca was still holding the black jacket and thought Piero would put it back on. Ignazio and Piero tried to explain that he was not going to put on the black jacket and Gianluca decided to wear it himself – over his own jacket. Then Piero suggested Ignazio should give him his jacket, too.
And Gianluca gladly took the third layer on, saying he “feels cold”. Ignazio quickly marched him off stage “Because this is something I don’t even want to see.” 😂
And then when it was Gianluca who appeared in a white jacket and blue shirt, Ignazio remarked that he looked like an elegant Smurf. Ignazio did not change even once, so the guys couldn’t get revenge on him.😉
The guys also had much fun with Italian. Gianluca was repeatedly reminding Ignazio to speak “proper Italian” and not Sicilian dialect. Then he complained about what strange words the people from southern Italy were using and when Ignazio protested that Gianluca was also from the southern part of Italy he escaped “because Abruzzo is in the centre!”
Piero remarked a few times that Ignazio’s shoe was untied but he said it colloquially (literally saying “it’s melted”) and it took them all a moment to collectively come up with the right expression for untied. I loved it so much. (I also have to admit that I especially loved that I understood it; maybe that’s the reason why I bought the book Lacci [Ties] by Domenico Starnone the next day ��.)

THE FUTURE

I hope it was not the last year of Tutti per uno. There are still so many guests I’d love to see in this format.
What about Andrea Bocelli? Not long ago the guys were guests at his concert in the USA so it would be great also in reverse. I also have to say that for two years I was expecting Lucio Corsi (who represented Italy at Eurovision Song Contest in 2025) would participate, a duet with Gianluca singing “Volevo essere un duro” would be amazing, Gianluca even bought his merch, so I was almost considering it a certainty. Who knows, maybe some time in the future. In my opinion, Maura Nava or Carlos Rivera would also be a great addition, especially knowing that Tutti per uno is followed by so many international fans.
Whatever the future of Tutti per uno might be, I am sure the guys will delight us with amazing
concerts and events the next year and the next.
Until next time, from Klara in the Czech Republic!!

UNO PER TUTTI: SECOND CONCERT by Daniela

The second concert “UNO PER TUTTI” by Il Volo, broadcast on Canale 5, has also aired, and it was another wonderful evening.
There were moments I particularly enjoyed, but I don’t want to spoil the surprise; I’ll comment on them as they come up.
I must thank Ina and Katharina for sharing this video with me. It includes subtitles, so you’ll be able to understand everything that’s being said; therefore, I’ll simply provide the song titles and my own impressions.

It all begins backstage, where the guys wonder if they’re ready. Ignazio insists that he is completely prepared and knows everything; to prove it, he starts rattling off the origins of Palazzo Te, who commissioned it, and then lists the various guests. Piero and Gianluca compliment him and head out onto the stage, while Ignazio thanks the man who had been holding up the sign containing all the information he just recited! 😂
The concert begins with an orchestral performance of “Live and Let Die,” then Ignazio, Piero, and Gianluca make their entrance, greeting the audience present as well as the viewers watching on Canale 5.
They kick things off immediately with a showstopper: “Nessun Dorma.”
The first guest enters: Loredana Bertè, an Italian rock singer. She is 78 years old, greatly admires our guys, and her songs have stood the test of time.
Together, they perform IL MARE D’INVERNO, followed by E LA LUNA BUSSÒ and finally SEI BELLISSIMO.
Finally, Loredana Bertè sings a song of hers from the present day, SONO PAZZA DI ME.
Noemi enters, a talented Italian singer who will serve as co-host for the evening.
This is followed by a beautiful solo from Ignazio: the lovely Lucio Battisti song, IO VIVRÒ  (SENZA TE).
Next comes a lovely duet by Gianluca and Piero, performing a song by Cocciante: ERA GIÀ TUTTO PREVISTO.
Immediately after a lovely Neapolitan song, sung as a duet by Piero and Ignazio: CU’MME.
A truly special moment: the children’s choir from Chiari joins Il Volo and Noemi to sing Michael Jackson’s HEAL THE WORLD. It is a beautiful and moving moment, especially considering the message it conveys at a time when the world is so shaken by wars and tragic events. ❤️
After this beautiful, touching moment, it’s time for another guest, Emma, who, in a duet with Ignazio, performs a lovely Neapolitan song: O MARE E TU.
Then comes the operatic moment: a highly talented soprano, Ekaterina Bakanova, enters and, together with Il Volo, performs LIBIAM DE LIETI CALICI.
Another guest, Madame, performs a duet with Gianluca, the beautiful song by Gino Paoli: SENZA FINE.
A lovely solo by Piero, who sings this Neapolitan song: I’ TE VURRIA VASÀ for the first time.
Another wonderful solo, this time, a famous English song by Paul McCartney, sung by Ignazio: LIVE AND LET DIE.
What about the next song? I love this piece by Chaplin, the beautiful SMILE, sung masterfully by Il Volo!
Once again, Il Volo performs another beautiful song by Umberto Bindi: IL MIO MONDO.
This time, it’s time for a lovely duet between Ignazio and Noemi, featuring Noemi’s song: L’AMORE SI ODIA.
Another duet, this time featuring Piero with Malika Ayane, presents CUCCURUCUCU PALOMA  in Spanish. (This duet took place on the evening I was in Mantua.)
Another guest, Michele Bravi, who won a season of *X Factor*, joins the stage; together with Gianluca, they perform the beautiful song by Samuele Bersani, GIUDIZI UNIVERSALI.
(This duet was also part of the concert that I attended.)
Another guest is Nek, whom we have often seen before alongside Il Volo. Together with Ignazio, they let loose on a song by Nek: SE IO NON AVESSI TE.
A very sweet song by Morricone, our guys perform the beautiful NELLA FANTASIA.
After a charming little interlude featuring our guys in their jackets, we return to a duet, this time, Piero and Nina Zilli deliver a magnificent performance of a song by Mina: MI SEI SCOPPIATO DENTRO AL CUORE.
Yet another duet, what can one say? This performance by Gianluca and Ignazio of the beautiful song by Battisti is fantastic: IO VORREI…NON VORREI…MA SEI VUOI.
Back at the opera, Piero introduces the next aria, which he then performs with great feeling: UNA FURTIVA LAGRIMA.
This solo by Gianluca on the Beatles song ACROSS THE UNIVERSE is wonderful.
Il Volo, once again reunited, performs the beautiful song by Sergio Endrigo, CANZONE PER TE.
Next up is the hit that propelled Il Volo to major success: GRANDE AMORE.
We have reached a truly touching moment: the song that Ignazio wrote for the birth of his son, Gabriele.
I must say, it was incredible to hear Ignazio’s beautiful lyrics. I’d like to thank the Mediaset crew for capturing so many wonderful moments, little Gabriele in his mother Michele’s arms, both of them in the audience listening and applauding Ignazio. Huge compliments to the crew for the excellent editing, and to Ignazio for such a beautiful song: CIAO PICCOLO MIO ❤️💙❤️
Another solo: Gianluca presents the beautiful RITORNERAI by Bruno Lauzi.
A touching moment: Ignazio accompanies Noemi’s beautiful words on the guitar, all as a lead-in to the wonderful song DON’T CRY FOR ME ARGENTINA, performed by Il Volo.
We’re in the final stretch; the guys say goodbye to Noemi and thank the audience, who always follow them with such affection. The final song is OPERA.
What can I say? As always, I’m left speechless: a fast-paced rhythm, great songs, a choir, an orchestra, touching moments, and truly beautiful performances, another success, accompanied by excellent television ratings.
In the days that followed, many online articles praised the show; however, as is often the case, the national press was far more critical, though they did acknowledge the talent of our guys.
In this regard, I’d like to share this piece published by LIBERO.IT, which captures the moment involving Ignazio and Gabriele.
Ignazio and Gabriele, rating: 10.
While the second installment of *Il Volo, Uno per Tutti* offered the audience many high-quality moments, featuring powerful performances and great masterpieces of both Italian and international music, the highlight that brought a wave of tenderness to the viewers arrived toward the end of the evening. Ignazio Boschetto took center stage to dedicate a sweet, poignant song to his young son, Gabriele, born in September 2025 to the tenor and his wife, Michelle Bertolini. What made the moment truly moving, however, was what happened immediately afterward: as the music gradually faded and Ignazio blew a kiss toward his son in the audience, the cameras captured little Gabriele, held by his mother, who was clearly touched by the scene, turning to her and asking, “Is that Daddy?” It was an incredibly sweet moment, captured by the Canale 5 cameras, which quickly became the most talked-about highlight of the entire evening on social media.

CLICK HERE to view the Facebook reel

These backstage videos are great.

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And here are some shots taken during rehearsals.
And to conclude, this message directly from Il Volo:
Our US fall tour is getting closer, and we’re excited to announce that we’ll be bringing some Christmas songs from our new album, out November 6th, to these dates as well!
Here are all the dates — where will we see you?
Nov 10 – HOLLYWOOD, FL Hard Rock Live
Nov 11 – ESTERO, FL Hertz Arena
Nov 12 – TAMPA, FL Benchmark International Arena
Nov 14 – PHILADELPHIA, PA Marian Anderson Hall
Nov 15 – UNCASVILLE, CT Mohegan Sun
Nov 17 – NEW YORK, NY Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden
Nov 21 – HAMILTON, ON TD Coliseum

CLICK HERE to view the Facebook reel

I hope you enjoyed yourselves this time as well—above all, by listening to some great songs.
See you next week for the final concert.
Daniela 🤗

Credit to owners of all photos and videos.

UNO PER TUTTI: FIRST CONCERT by Daniela

tourOn October 14th, the first “UNO PER TUTTI” concert, recorded in Mantua on September 26th, was broadcast on Canale 5.
I only attended the final concert on September 29th. Since then, many videos from both concerts have been circulating online; I chose not to watch them so as not to spoil the surprise, so for me, too, it’s as if I’m seeing them for the first time.
I’ve included two links to the full concert below. The first was recorded by my friend Carmen from “Il Volo En Clase”; it isn’t accessible from within Italy, but it can be viewed from abroad.
The second is a link from Canale 5; generally, it cannot be accessed outside of Italy, though it may be available in some other countries, depending on the viewing method.
This is the best I can do, I truly hope you’ll all be able to watch the concert. 🥰
Let’s share our thoughts once you’ve had a chance to see it!

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What can I say, a truly wonderful concert, with stunning stage design and top-tier vocals for songs that are pure poetry. There were welcome Italian guests, and the whole event was marked by beauty, elegance, and great talent, in short, a well-conceived and well-organized production.
It all begins with a performance of the “Toreador” aria from Bizet’s *Carmen*, and I really loved seeing our guys backstage shaking hands, a ritual they perform before every concert.
Piero immediately explains that he has decided to also serve as the host for the first evening. Ignazio expresses some reservations.
The guys’ set begins with “IL MONDO”, a timeless song you could listen to thousands of times over.
In the audience is Amadeus, a well-known and talented Italian presenter, who is invited onto the stage to teach Piero the secrets of hosting a television show. Throughout the evening, there are several amusing bits centered on the art of hosting, and I must say, Piero did a great job keeping up with Amadeus! 😉😁
The first guest of the evening is Elisa, a highly talented Italian singer-songwriter with a beautiful voice. This is followed by a series of duets with our guys, featuring wonderful songs written by Elisa.
Next, there is a series of wonderful duets by our guys, featuring some truly magnificent songs.
VENT’ANNI, released in 1970 and made a hit by Massimo Ranieri!! THE IMPOSSIBLE DREAM, from 1971, made a hit by Elvis Presley. STELLA DI MARE, from 1979, made a hit by Lucio Dalla.
Next up is the inevitable, and always welcome, “O SOLE MIO.”
The evening’s second guest is arriving: Mahmood, an Italian singer who unexpectedly took first place at the 2019 Sanremo Music Festival, the same year Il Volo presented “MUSICA CHE RESTA ,” a song that faced significant boycotting.
Together, they sing the beautiful “CARUSO,” followed by a duet between Mahmood and Ignazio on “RAPIDE”, a song written by Mahmood, where, thanks to the parts sung by Ignazio, I can finally make out the lyrics!
Another welcome guest is the talented Fiorella Mannoia; she has sung with Il Volo on several occasions. Though she is 72 years old, she remains a truly gifted performer.
Together with Gianluca, she sings the beautiful “AMORE CHE VIENI AMORE CHE VAI” by Fabrizio De André.
And this time, we continue with the timeless “MY WAY” sung by Il Volo.
Another guest, whom you may have already seen in other concerts with our guys, is Riccardo Cocciante.
Together with Piero, he sings the beautiful “A MANO A MANO” by Rino Gaetano.
This is followed by a lovely song written by Cocciante himself, “MARGHERITA,” performed with great passion alongside Gianluca.
A fun little skit, with Amadeus having our guys perform short, varied snippets of songs over a beat provided by the audience!!
The evening continues with Il Volo singing their big hit, “GRANDE AMORE.”
Next, a choir of young children takes the stage, they’re from the town of Chiari, in the province of Brescia, not far from where I live! Together with Piero, they perform the lovely “BUONGIORNO A TE ,” famously sung by Pavarotti, a song that always brings so much joy!
Next came a touching moment in the evening: the beautiful “HALLELUJAH,” sung with great passion by our guys.
I recall that the funeral of his grandfather, Ernesto, took place on the morning of September 26th, and that same evening, the first concert in Mantua was held; Gianluca, showing true professionalism, made sure to be there. 🙏❤️
Following the song, there was a long, standing ovation, and it was truly moving to see our three guys take a moment for quiet reflection.
Gianluca’s words:
“Guys, just a quick thing, may I dedicate this song to my grandfather, Ernesto? I’d like to take this moment so that this applause might reach him.”
This was followed by an affectionate embrace with Piero and Ignazio.
As you can see in the video, a small note, handed over by Piero, was passed to Gianluca. I was told that the message on that note was actually read aloud during the evening, though, unfortunately, that part was cut from the footage.
Another guest is arriving: Italian singer-songwriter Alex Britti. In his first performance, he plays the guitar and joins Piero for a beautiful duet of “BRUCIA LA TERRA”, sung in Sicilian, the lovely song featured in the film *The Godfather*.
This is followed by an Alex Britti song, “OGGI SONO IO,” also performed as a duet with Piero.
There’s a solo; Ignazio sings the beautiful song by Celentano and Mina, “L’EMOZIONE NON HA VOCE.”
At one point, the lyrics to this song say:
“You will sleep peacefully in my arms, it’s important for us to truly be ourselves, and you will give me another life, one I don’t yet know; you will be my partner for as long as you wish.”
Amadeus jokes that the guys are relaxed backstage, and the most relaxed of all is Ignazio, who is busy eating bread, calm.
He then recounts that when he was the director and host of Sanremo in 2024, Il Volo played three songs for him, and without hesitation, he chose the beautiful “CAPOLAVORO.”
Next is a tribute to Gino Paoli, a brilliant Italian singer-songwriter who recently passed away and was truly a poet of music, Gianluca  featuring a passionate rendition of the mix of his  songs “UNA LUNGA STORIA D’AMORE – CHE COSA C’E’ – IL CIELO IN UNA STANZA  “ .
Let’s return briefly to opera: now Il Volo performs the powerful aria “DI QUELLA PIRA” from Giuseppe Verdi’s *Il Trovatore*.
Amadeus’s introduction—delivered in a rap style—was a nice touch as he presented the piece by “Joseph Green” [Giuseppe Verdi]. 😁😁😁
Next up is a lovely presentation of a song by Pino Daniele, “ALLERIA,” performed by Ignazio together with the talented Roberto Colella.
A solo by Gianluca, the beautiful “IO CHE AMO SOLO TE” by Sergio Endrigo.
Il Volo reunites to perform the stunning “NELLE TUE MANI,” taken from *Gladiator*.
We’re nearing the end, but there’s still time for a beautiful Neapolitan song: TORNA A SURRIENTO.
After the song, Amadeus says goodbye and expresses his thanks, offering high praise and hugs.
The final song, taken from their latest CD, the beautiful AD ASTRA.
The concert was watched by a great many people, and I’ve read countless enthusiastic comments; the only drawback was that the broadcast didn’t begin until nearly 10:00 PM.
I really appreciated the selection of songs, true poems that have, unfortunately, been all but forgotten amidst today’s trends, and I believe that this revival, performed by the voices of Ignazio, Gianluca, and Piero, is a real tonic for the Italian music scene of today.
Everything was beautifully put together and polished, the set design, the orchestra, the choir, and the three of them were magnificent.
In the early afternoon of October 14th, our guys were interviewed by the Canale 5 news program.
Here is the video.
W = Joining us are Il Volo, who were just discussing some football news.
Gianluca = As a Roma fan, let’s see what happens tonight.
W = Il Volo. Il Volo returns to Canale 5 tonight with *Uno per tutti*—three new event specials filmed at Palazzo Te in Mantua. But there’s something new—a great new development: you’ll also be serving as hosts. I believe Piero is the one starting things off?
PIERO = Yes, we’ve changed the format a bit this year; it’s three evenings on Canale 5, and each of us will take a turn as the host.
IGNAZIO = This is the first step toward eventually anchoring the TG5 news broadcast.
PIERO = Exactly, anchoring the news! (laughs)
W = And you’ll be joined by…
PIERO = Tonight, I’ll be joined by Amadeus; I have to say, it went really well.
W = Perfect. And each of you will host one of the upcoming evenings. You also have plenty of guests, right?
GIANLUCA = Yes, there will be many guests, Elisa, Riccardo Cocciante, Mahmood, Alex Britti, Fiorella Mannoia, and so many other friends coming to visit us. Plus, we’ll be performing songs from our repertoire, though it’s a fresh selection, as we’re adding new tracks. It’s an entirely new program, and it’s wonderful to bring a bit of lightness through music, especially these days when it’s so needed.
W= And it won’t just be individual performances, if I understand correctly, is that right?
IGNAZIO = Naturally, we’ll be performing our classics, songs that simply have to be included, like “Grande Amore,” “Il Mondo,” and “Capolavoro.”
We’ll have duets among ourselves, as well as songs that we’ll sing solo. The program was designed to fully express our three distinct personalities and to offer a broader, more dynamic show.
W = There will also be an intersection of different musical worlds, is that an important aspect for you as well?
PIERO = That’s, in a sense, our challenge, and it’s also the power of music: bringing together two worlds that might seem difficult to combine, like for instance, imagining a rock artist performing a duet with us. But that is the power of music, and it’s exactly what we strive to do on stage.
W = Quite an interesting challenge.
PIERO = We’d also like to thank all the guests who came to this event.
W = And what are you preparing for Christmas?
GIANLUCA = A new album featuring Christmas songs is coming out, including our own version of Wham!’s “Last Christmas”, and, of course, all the great Christmas classics will be there too. We’re also working on a concert tour that will visit arenas across Italy, Rome, Turin, Bologna, Milan, and Florence, so we can’t wait to meet all our fans and the audience.
PIERO = You’re officially invited.
GIANLUCA = Naturally.
W = Thanks, everyone? The whole *TG5* team?
PIERO = Of course.
W = Perfect, I’ll pass on the good news to everyone. When does the tour begin?
GIANLUCA = It starts on…
PIERO = December 7th…
GIANLUCA = December 7th at the Forum in Assago (Milan). Other dates will follow, but before that, in November, we’ll be heading back to the United States for a couple of weeks for our tour there.
W = Sounds great. Thanks for being our guests, and best of luck with these three evenings.
GIANLUCA = Bye, everyone!
PIERO = See you tonight on Canale 5.
IGNAZIO = (waves)
This, on the other hand, is the post from CheDonna.it, which I am translating for you.

❤️ IL VOLO ENCHANTS CANALE 5: THREE EXTRAORDINARY VOICES THAT MAKE ITALY PROUD!

Elegance, talent, passion, and three voices capable of moving the audience from the very first notes. Il Volo returns to the spotlight on Canale 5 with *Uno per tutti*, treating viewers to moments of magnificent music and proving once again why they are one of Italy’s most highly regarded groups.
Piero Barone, Ignazio Boschetto, and Gianluca Ginoble are a prime example of how talent, dedication, and sacrifice can lead to an extraordinary career. Three distinct personalities, three recognizable vocal timbres, and an artistic rapport that has, over the years, become their greatest strength.
What is striking about the trio is not only their ability to perform demanding musical pieces, but also their deep respect for the Italian musical tradition, a tradition they have helped to promote and share far beyond Italy’s borders.
And finally, these videos featuring comments from various guests, recorded on the evening of the concert, includes a translation provided by the Il Volo American Fan Group. We Are Love.

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CLICK HERE to view the next Facebook reel

And now I look forward to all your comments, If anything is unclear, or if you would like to explore certain points from the show in more depth, please don’t hesitate to ask me.  
We’ll be in touch again next week for the second concert.
Daniela 🤗

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AROUND MANTUA AND MORE by Daniela

Mantua is a small town in the Lombardy hinterland of northern Italy; its golden age was during the Italian Renaissance (1328–1707). Under the rule of the Gonzaga family—which spanned roughly four centuries—Mantua transformed from a medieval town into a capital of culture, and in the 17th century, it was also a premier center for music.
It is precisely music that brings us to Mantua for the three *Il Volo: Tutti per Uno* concerts, filmed for the second time by Canale 5 in the Exedra of Palazzo Te.
Palazzo Te was commissioned by the Gonzaga family around 1525; its name is derived from the island of Tejeto (later abbreviated to Te), an area surrounded by the lakes of Mantua, where the Gonzagas Lords engaged in hunting, leisure activities, and horse breeding.
And it was precisely in that area that Palazzo Te was built; it is one of the most extraordinary examples of a suburban Renaissance villa.
The Exedra of Palazzo Te is a large, semicircular architectural structure that encloses the garden at the rear of the famous Mannerist palace in Mantua.
And it is precisely in the Exedra that Il Volo’s three concerts come to life.
In the days leading up to the concerts, Mantua is bustling with activity.
The orchestra members (70 people), the adult and children’s choirs, audio technicians, stage crew, concert organizers, and the Canale 5 television production team all arrive for rehearsals. Piero, Ignazio, and Gianluca also arrive, accompanied by their families, since the concerts span three full days, it is easy to run into any of them in Mantua’s historic center, so fans wander the streets hoping for a chance encounter.
The historic center of Mantua features porticoes that make for a lovely walk, leading you from Palazzo delle Erbe to the Clock Tower, and from the Basilica of Sant’Andrea to the Palazzo Ducale and the Castle.
And it is precisely in Piazza delle Erbe that you might often run into someone from the extended Volo family, as these photos show.
It seems that Il Volo was staying at the Grand Hotel San Lorenzo, which is located right in Piazza delle Erbe.
And so, for many, it was easy to run into Ignazio taking Gabriele and Nina out for a walk.
Here is Nina with Gabriele.
Or meet Michelle and the adorable Gabriele as they arrive at Palazzo Te to watch the rehearsals.
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And Gabriele and his mum looked so elegant at the concert!! 💙
And Ignazio is so sweet playing with Gabriele.🥰😍

Here’s Piero leaving the hotel.
Gianluca out and about in Mantua.
All in all, it was a pleasure meeting people, and our guys were always kind to everyone.
Then, while browsing the internet, you might come across posts like this one, written by Chicco Gussoni, a classical guitarist.
I had the good fortune of sharing an extraordinary experience with the guys from Il Volo, Gianluca, Ignazio, and Piero, during three wonderful concerts set against the magnificent backdrop of Palazzo Te in Mantua.
Three intense, moving, and musically special evenings; indeed, the three concerts will soon be broadcast on Canale 5.
It was a great honor to play with an orchestra masterfully conducted by Maestro Marcello Rota and a band led by Maestro Giampiero Grani.
Thank you to all the musicians, technicians, and everyone who made this beautiful experience possible.
And, of course, thank you to Gianluca Ginoble, Ignazio Boschetto, and Piero Barone.
And then there is this article, from which I am translating the section concerning Il Volo:
Omar Grataroli, principal clarinetist of Il Volo: from the San Giovanni band to major stages.
These days, the clarinetist from San Giovanni Bianco is playing in the orchestra accompanying Il Volo on the “Volo Tutti per Uno” tour.
From the local town band, heard during religious processions in his childhood, to the great stages of the Italian music scene: this is the journey of 32-year-old Omar Grataroli. Originally from San Giovanni Bianco, the professional clarinetist is currently embarking on a major new venture: playing in the orchestra accompanying Il Volo for “Volo Tutti per Uno.” This ambitious musical project will bring three concerts to the stage at the Esedra of Palazzo Te in Mantua on September 24, 26, and 27, performances that are also set to become a television special airing on Canale 5 in October.
…….And it is precisely from that journey that a new opportunity has arisen: joining the orchestra that accompanies Il Volo. In fact, Omar is currently in Bologna, where an intense week of rehearsals is taking place from September 11 to 18 to prepare for the concerts and the recording of the special “Volo Tutti per Uno.”
……For Omar, this is a unique experience, not least because of the role he plays within the orchestra: he will serve as principal clarinetist, performing solo passages, main themes, and engaging in musical dialogue with the various singers on stage. “It is incredibly exciting for me to collaborate with this group,” he explains. “The working dynamic is excellent, and I was particularly captivated by the timbre of their voices during rehearsals.” Omar got to know Gianluca Ginoble, Ignazio Boschetto, and Piero Barone not only on stage but also during the long days of preparation, a professional exchange that the musician considers invaluable for his own growth.
….After Bologna, the group will head to Mantua, where activities will continue from September 22 to 27 in preparation for three performances at the Esedra of Palazzo Te. For Omar, this will be an opportunity to perform on the clarinet before thousands of people in one of the most significant settings of his career to date. “Watching them work during rehearsals, hearing their voices live, and collaborating with them on the various songs is an indescribable thrill,” he says. Indeed, for him, this experience represents far more than just a new professional milestone; it is an opportunity for personal as well as musical growth.
I’ve already told you that Il Volo is releasing a new Christmas album, and look how cute this behind-the-scenes footage is.

And I also told you that the first *TUTTI PER UNO or UNO PER TUTTI * concert will be broadcast on Canale 5 on October 14th.
Now we know that the other two dates will be October 21st and 28th.
This announcement from our guys is great, too!!

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IGNAZIO = We have a huge invitation for you.
PIERO = We’re returning with the fourth edition of UNO PER TUTTI.
GIANLUCA = On Canale 5—don’t miss it!
And these questions asked backstage in Mantua are also very good. 😁

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QUESTION 1 = Which of the three might forget part of the setlist?
PIERO = Gianluca
IGNAZIO = Last night he said to us: “Guys, remind me of everything, because I’m completely at sea” (perhaps due to the loss of his grandfather?)
Q.2 = Which of the three could go the longest without a phone?
IGNAZIO = Piero.
GIANLUCA = Maybe Piero, yeah!
Q.3 = Which of the three is always late?
IGNAZIO = (to Piero) We waited for you today!
GIANLUCA = You were 6 or 7 minutes late today, yeah!
PIERO= Excuse me!
Q.4 = Which of the three is most afraid of making a mistake?
PIERO = Him (Gianluca)
IGNAZIO = Gianluca
Q.5 = Which of the three is the biggest ladies’ man?
IGNAZIO = I’m married; I’ve had my fill!
But how sweet is this photo posted by Michelle for Ignazio’s birthday, showing him holding little Gabriele in his arms? ❤️💙❤️
Wishing you a very happy birthday again, Ignazio. 🎉🎂♥️
That’s all for now.
I think our guys are home for a well-deserved rest.
The next appointment is after October 14th with the first UNO PER TUTTI concert from Mantua on Canale 5. We hope to be able to show you the whole thing, but we’ll do our best!
See you soon: Daniela 🤗

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MY REVIEW OF ALL FOR ONE, MANTUA 2026 By Katharina

The long wait was finally over! At last, “Tutti per Uno” in Mantua! All those months of anticipation were worth it! Three wonderful concerts are now behind us. But perhaps I should first tell you briefly how I discovered Il Volo, because it really wasn’t that long ago.
In 2024, my parents asked for Il Volo’s Christmas CD. Until then, I didn’t know Il Volo at all. We listened to the CD together – and a new fan was born. Since then, I have devoured everything I can find about Il Volo.
And my first and best source: the FlightCrew pages.
I spent hours reading everything through the material organized so wonderfully put together. I was able to “get to know” the families, discover the guys when they were even younger (although, of course, they are still very young!), listen to countless interviews and see hundreds of photos. It was an excellent source of information – and one you could really trust.
My greatest compliments to you for that!
Since then, hardly a day has gone by without Il Volo’s music. I was able to see them live for the first time in Germany last November – first in Berlin and then immediately afterwards in Leipzig. And now, finally, in Mantua – at all three concerts.
My husband, who accompanied me to Mantua (he too, had already seen three Il Volo concerts), patiently puts up with his wife’s enthusiasm for Il Volo.
It was an extraordinary experience. Every concert was impressive. That enormous stage, so cleverly incorporating the ancient walls of Palazzo Te – I already knew it from photos from last year. But when you actually stand there yourself – wow!
To be honest, I had some concerns about the first concert.
Would Gianluca sing? So soon after the death of his beloved Nonno? How do you face such an emotionally challenging situation – in front of hundreds of spectators, television cameras and thousands of eyes watching you? Secretly, I almost hoped they would NOT sing “Hallelujah” – while making sure I had my tissues ready, just in case.
But then they stepped onto that enormous stage, and a wonderful concert began. The large orchestra – the strings on the left and everyone else on the right – Giampiero Grani, of course, Marcello Rota.
Fantastic lighting effects, a wonderful show. Piero, Ignazio and Gianluca were so warm and seemed so relaxed, easy-going and likeable. The way they interacted with one another, with their guests and with the audience was so charming that you simply couldn’t help being captivated.
I can’t possibly list all the guests. It was a fascinating and very entertaining evening, even though it lasted almost four hours. The time simply flew by. Of course, they sang “Hallelujah”. Gianluca was very professional, and I didn’t need my tissue after all.
Afterwards, however, he did briefly mention his Nonno and said a few words. He received a standing ovation – just as he had immediately after “Hallelujah”. When Piero briefly put his hands on Gianluca’s shoulders to comfort him, Gianluca gently pulled away. I think he didn’t want to lose his composure. I suspect they may not even show that moment in the television broadcasts.
Something else that impressed me was the way the three singers treat one another. They radiated such warmth and harmony, such a strong sense of connection. And such a genuine joy in singing. I loved that. What an achievement – especially under those very particular circumstances on the first evening.
The other concerts were wonderful too – and, for me, far too short (around three hours), because you simply can’t get enough of them. 😉 I don’t really want to say much more about the guest artists. What captivated me most was the atmosphere as a whole. And I was impressed by the extraordinary professionalism that makes everything look so effortless. It is probably impossible to imagine how much preparation must have gone on behind the scenes.
There were only a few songs they performed more than once – “Grande Amore”, of course, or “Capolavoro”. When did they find the time to prepare all of this? Beautiful new duets, wonderful solos, each of them shining with his own particular musical preferences.
And that is precisely the great treasure they possess and nurture so skillfully: three individual personalities who can each be presented in their own right and given room to shine – and, at the same time, their incredible power as a trio, enhanced even further by clever musical arrangements.
No one else can imitate that. Their professionalism is so impressive, as is the apparent ease with which they present everything. And vocally – what power! They are always right on point, vocally perfect. And they maintain that level for so many hours.
Ignazio, for example – he sings with so much energy, enthusiasm and sheer enjoyment. Piero, with his magnificent tenor voice, which I feel is becoming more and more mature.
And Gianluca – who, admittedly, received just a tiny bit more of my attention 😉 – with his sensitivity … I think words fail me there. All three of them truly live their music. What a gift that is!
What made Mantua particularly special was that I was lucky enough to spend all those days there. I had never experienced this kind of life as a fan among other fans before. What fun it was!
Everywhere you went, you met Il Volo fans from all over the world – Peru, the USA, Portugal, Croatia, Austria… You don’t really know one another at all, and suddenly you are connected in such a funny and delightful way. The first question was almost always:
“Who is your favourite – Piero, Gianluca or Ignazio?”
Very entertaining!
And because the centre of Mantua isn’t very spread out, you kept running into one another again and again over the course of the days. It was so refreshingly different.
The singers’ families were in Mantua too. You might see them sitting together around a table in a café, then strolling through the city, or Mr. and Mrs. Ginoble out for a walk with Luna. I imagine that having their own families there must also make at least some of the singers feel wonderfully supported.
I also loved the fact that, before the concerts at Palazzo Te, so many fans gathered in front of the stage, chatting and taking photos. It is simply so different from going to a concert and immediately taking your seat. I usually attend classical concerts.
So, this was all very new and exciting for me.
And it also meant that I finally got to meet Daniela in person, even if only briefly. I was genuinely delighted about that. And I saw Ina briefly every evening; we, too, only got to know each other there. I was very happy about that as well. You simply don’t experience things like this at other concerts.
And if someone now asks me which concert was the best? That’s a difficult decision.
Personally, I enjoyed the first and third concerts just a little more than the second. But everyone has different preferences. The second evening was a little more rock-oriented, which was fantastic too. I am very curious to see what the television recordings will be like.
Hopefully the broadcasts will also be available on YouTube, because unfortunately Italian television cannot be received everywhere.
So, these are my little – or perhaps not quite so little – impressions that I am taking home with me from the three concerts in Mantua. My head is still full of music. They were such wonderful days, filled with so many interesting encounters that I will never forget.
Warm greetings,
Katharina from Germany 🥰