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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.
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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
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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 🤗
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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 🥰
WORLD TOUR: CASERTA and more by Daniela
The Naples concert (Caserta) had been announced as the final date of the Italian outdoor tour, but a concert in Pordenone was subsequently added; that one, however, will certainly be different, as the President of the Italian Republic will be in attendance.
So, let’s turn to the Caserta concert—specifically:
September 8 Caserta
The concert took place in front of the magnificent Royal Palace of Caserta.
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This is not the first time Il Volo has performed in front of this magnificent royal palace—here are a few historical facts about it.
The Royal Palace of Caserta is a royal residence located in Caserta that historically belonged to the House of Bourbon-Two Sicilies. Commissioned by Charles of Bourbon, the foundation stone—marking the start of construction—was laid on January 20, 1752, based on a design by Luigi Vanvitelli; he was later succeeded by his son Carlo and other architects. The palace was completed in 1845.
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TORNA A SURRIENTO
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FRAMMENTI DI UNIVERSO
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DI QUELLA PIRA
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ALLERIA by Pino Daniele (Ignazio)
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Francesco Boccia (songwriter of “Grande Amore”) also attended the concert; he posted this comment and video.
“Last night, I embraced my little brothers Gianluca, Ignazio, and Piero again after watching an extraordinary concert at the Royal Palace of Caserta. Il Volo is the answer to all my fears and doubts about the future of music in Italy. Talent still exists, great singers still exist, and beautiful songs still exist! In a dark and decadent time where ‘nothingness’ is so highly praised, #ilvolo is the light.
Thank you, guys, for all the emotions you’ve given me; I love you and always will. ❤️”
Caserta Web, an online newspaper, published this article:
Il Volo Thrills Caserta During the Royal Leg of a Global Success
The three young artists continued their summer tour by captivating audiences in Campania (Naples is in the Campania region) during an evening that celebrated the excellence of Italian *bel canto*.
Caserta was filled with music and atmosphere last night as the renowned trio Il Volo stopped in the city for a thrilling concert.
Part of the “Un’estate da Belvedere” series—conceived and directed by Massimo Vecchione—the event transformed the extraordinary setting of the Royal Palace of Caserta into a natural stage for one of the world’s most acclaimed vocal ensembles.
Piero Barone, Ignazio Boschetto, and Gianluca Ginoble treated the audience to a performance that spanned the various facets of their repertoire, demonstrating once again why—after an eighteen-year career—they continue to represent the excellence of Italian music on the international stage.
A success that transcends borders.
The figures speak for themselves: twenty-two million records sold, eleven years of television programs marking their rise, and a historic milestone as the first Italian artists signed by a major American record label. It is a track record rich in accolades—one that received exciting new confirmation last night on stage in Caserta.
The setlist skillfully balanced various phases of their artistic output, alternating between great classics of the Italian tradition and the operatic pieces that shaped their early training, right through to the famous songs that have defined their extraordinary career.
Italian tradition at the heart of the world.
What makes Il Volo’s offering unique is their ability to bridge the historical legacy of Italian song with the sensibilities of younger audiences. The three tenors do more than simply perform; they convey the essence of a musical tradition that has long served as a cultural ambassador for Italy across the globe.
Their extraordinary voices have moved diverse generations, demonstrating how Italian *bel canto* retains its power to speak to people’s hearts, regardless of age or cultural background. It is a message of universality that found its ideal setting last night within the magnificent Royal Palace of Caserta.
Upcoming Events
Il Volo’s summer is just getting started. Their upcoming engagements will see the trio perform in Mantua on September 24, 26, and 27, 2026, as the stars of the fourth edition of “TUTTI PER UNO” at the magnificent Palazzo Te—a venue that, given its extraordinary cultural and historical significance, provides the perfect setting for their performances.
With the next concert in Pordenone scheduled for September 20th, we all expected the guys to have a few days of well-deserved rest—especially since rehearsals for the Mantua show were looming—but that wasn’t the case; on September 11th, Il Volo appeared as guests at a private event—the high-profile wedding of a Brazilian tycoon’s daughter—held in Puglia at the beautiful and renowned Borgo Egnazia.
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But that’s not all: immediately after the wedding event, Il Volo left for Orlando, Florida, for another event—the National Dance Championships. They sang “Nessun Dorma,” receiving a standing ovation. 👏👏👏
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Joining them is Edo Ferragamo , who posted this comment and these photos:
Orlando, what a night.
Proud to have served as Musical Director for USDC 2026, bringing together an incredible lineup of talent, including the amazing Il Volo for a night I won’t forget.
Months of work behind the scenes, then finally getting to watch it all come to life.
Grateful to everyone who made it happen and congrats to the best dancers in the world.
Once again, our guys have amazed us with their hard work and energy… they are tireless… now they have to rush home—there’s the Pordenone concert, and right after that, preparations for Mantua!!!
By the way, what do you think of Gianluca’s new look?
Honestly, I’m not too crazy about it!! Let me know what you think.
See you soon: Daniela 🤗
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INTERVIEWS by Daniela
In this period of apparent calm and lack of concerts, I’m offering you the translation of three wonderful interviews with our guys.
The first was published in the newspaper LA GAZZETTA DI MANTOVA.
Il Volo: “Fascinated by Palazzo Te. We’ll have many guests on stage.”
The internationally renowned trio talks about themselves before their live dates scheduled for September 24th, 26th and 27th at the Esedra.
This year, the Esedra of Palazzo Te will once again host the fourth edition of Tutti per uno, scheduled for September 24, 26, and 27. This project, organized and produced by Friends & Partners and conceived by Michele Torpedine, features Piero Barone, Ignazio Boschetto, and Gianluca Ginoble. In short, Il Volo, an internationally renowned group, talks about themselves in this interview with the Gazzetta.
When asked why Mantua was chosen for the second consecutive year, the immediate response is a quip:
“They forced us.”
It’s enough to break the ice and transform the interview into an informal chat, consistent with the direct and spontaneous nature of the three artists. Immediately afterward, however, the tone changes:
“Mantua was truly surprising. Palazzo Te is a magical place. Honestly, we didn’t know it well, and when we arrived, we were amazed.”
They add:
“Seeing it on television was even more wonderful. We came from the Verona Arena and other very important contexts, but Palazzo Te managed to maintain the level we desired. When things are going well, you have to ride them, so we decided to return.”
The guests for the next edition are still top secret for now. The trio emphasizes that there are still several months to go and many confirmations to be made. “We can only say that there will be guests from previous editions, but also many new ones,” explains Piero. One thing is already certain, however: around 90 songs in total on the setlist.
The new single
Then comes the new single “Cuerpo sin alma,” created with Carlos Rivera, one of the most important voices in contemporary Latin music. The song, out Friday, May 22nd on all digital platforms, is a reinterpretation of Riccardo Cocciante’s “Bella senz’anima,” revisited with an Italian-Latin twist and already available for pre-save. “It’s a project designed primarily for the Latin American and South American market,” explains Gianluca. “Carlos is a friend of ours, and we were looking for something to do together. He suggested this song, which was very famous in South America in the 1960s and 1970s.”
The idea, adds Ignazio, is twofold: “On the one hand, to bring this music back to those who experienced it in those years, on the other, to make it known to new generations.”
The human journey
Speaking about future tours and their many years of career together, the three reflect on their personal and artistic journey. “We’re no longer the same as when we were 15. Traveling the world for 17 years shapes you so much.” Today, they feel more mature, more patient, and more willing to listen. “Living together teaches you so much,” they emphasize.
Finally, they reflect on the theme of mistakes:
“Today, everyone wants everything right away, but on the path to a dream, there are inevitably mistakes and failures. And it’s precisely that middle part that’s the most beautiful, because it’s the path that makes you grow.”
The second interview was published by the newspaper LA GAZZETTA DEL SUD and reports an interview with Piero and Ignazio, enjoy.
“Sometimes he says stupid things that you’d just tell him to shut up.” Il Volo on allergies, missed trips, and solo dreams: “If it were just a business, it would have ended 10 years ago.” THE INTERVIEW
An interview with the two members of the popular Sicilian trio. Piero Barone and Ignazio Boschetto announce their new summer tour, debuting in Syracuse and returning to Taormina, and discuss what has kept them together for 17 years.
“Have you ever wanted to go on stage dressed as bad guys and smash everything?”
The question remains there, hanging, to break the ice and the cliché.
Piero Barone smiles with the composure of someone who truly feels that jacket is tailor-made for him. Ignazio Boschetto, on the other hand, allows himself one of his trademark grimaces, the kind of grimace of someone who respects the script but knows where to write his own part.
Gianluca Ginoble, the third point of the Il Volo triangle, is missing. “No purge,” they both joke, “today we’re playing with a majority of Sicilians.”
Roots flourishing now that talk of the new, upcoming summer tour is underway (dates that precede the fourth edition of “Tutti per uno” – September 24, 26, and 27 at Palazzo Te in Mantua, subsequently broadcast on Canale 5. The return to Italian arenas is in December, while a new European leg involving the continent’s major capitals is planned for the fall of 2027). Meanwhile, two dates weigh more heavily than the others on the World Tour calendar: July 11 at the Greek Theater in Syracuse and August 22-23 in Taormina.
If Taormina is a homecoming, a perimeter where every stone and every acoustic reverberation is familiar, Syracuse is the unknown. A complete debut, almost a flash of light that would dazzle even those who have graced stages across the globe.
“We’ve taken the best seats,” confesses Piero.
But it’s not just a matter of homeland; it’s more about children, and therefore about people, about the audience.
There’s a certain rhetoric about the Italian warmth, but what is it that’s really missing in Italy abroad?
“It’s not love or the way to show it,” they explain. “It’s a question of codes, of gut instinct. Even if we’re abroad, we still think in our own language and in translation; instinct gets lost in that transition. In Italy, you speak the way you eat. Interaction is spontaneous, immediate. It’s part of us.”
Then we return to that almost need for control that Barone asserts without embarrassment. “I am what you see. I like to have everything under control, to experience things calmly but precisely. I also have a sense of humor, it’s just that my teammates often don’t understand it.” “Ironic?” Ignazio immediately cuts him off with a laugh. “Sometimes he says such stupid things that you just want to say, ‘Please, shut up.’ But yes, in his rigidity, he’s hilarious.”
No smashed guitars, then, at least in the near future. No rock and roll thrills. Just a straight-laced discipline, despite the twists and turns of the road. And a lot, a lot of awareness (which rhymes with professionalism). Also because, “if you indulge in excess the night before, you pay for it the next day.” No scotch in the glass, just hazelnut coffee (Piero’s new passion, which he sips throughout our chat).
The question is there. Whether being together for 17 years, crammed into such an all-encompassing group identity, isn’t ultimately a forced democracy. A golden cage for cashing in.
Ignazio’s answer is clear and direct: “If it had been just business, it would have ended ten years ago. We have an almost messianic mission: to keep this musical genre alive, to bring it to young people, to reawaken the nostalgia of those who lived through the Pavarotti era. This unites us beyond any misunderstanding. Today, the world is moving toward individualism, but we exist and resist as a group. This is what is sometimes hard to understand.”
Yet the gnawing sting of personal ambition is human. Sooner or later, someone in every band wants to step out of the common car and travel on their own.
Piero doesn’t hide: “It’s a legitimate question. Gianluca has his inclinations towards pop music, and perhaps one day, if it’s ever possible, I might want to indulge in the whim of producing an opera. But today we know that our center of gravity is Il Volo. Today we know that together we have a strength we could only dream of alone.”
They became famous before they even wanted to.
A sliding door called “Ti lascio una canzone,” which they crossed at just 15 years old. When asked what they missed from normal life, the answer is clear. Ignazio had an adolescence, between scooters and hanging out with peers. Piero less so. “I never went on school trips. Never been to Selinunte, for example. I was severely allergic to dust, I couldn’t risk it. The only trip I ever took was to the Alcantara Gorges, and I came home speechless. A disaster.”
Now that they’re adults, the balance sheet closes with a game of mirrors. No mincing words, just a blunt concept dedicated to each other. Piero looks at Ignazio and says, “Honesty.” Ignazio returns the look and says of Piero, “Perseverance.”
The third interview was published by IMUSICFUN, enjoy reading it.
Il Volo, a never-ending journey through melody and bel canto: “We’re not just ambassadors, we love music.”
A musical journey spanning seventeen years, uniting generations and bringing the Italian opera-pop tradition to the world’s most prestigious stages. Following the extraordinary success of their leg in arenas across the United States and Latin America, Il Volo is preparing to conquer the summer of 2026 with a tour spanning Italy, Greece, and Spain.
In a detailed interview with La Gazzetta del Mezzogiorno, Piero Barone, Ignazio Boschetto, and Gianluca Ginoble open up about their new single, their deep connection to Italian tradition, and their highly anticipated performance in Barletta, Puglia, on August 7th.
The new single: “Cuerpo sin alma” featuring Carlos Rivera
The trio recently announced the release of their new single “Cuerpo sin alma,” a stunning international reinterpretation of Riccardo Cocciante’s classic “Bella senz’anima,” performed in a duet with Mexican star Carlos Rivera. The song features the prestigious production of Julio Reyes Copello, a multiple Grammy award winner who has previously collaborated with icons such as Marc Anthony, Jennifer Lopez, and Ricky Martin.
Regarding the genesis of this collaboration, the trio explains:
“Meanwhile, the collaboration with Carlos Rivera was spontaneous. We’d met for dinner and promised to do something together, also because his father was an admirer of Cocciante. Traveling the world, we realized that abroad they love what they don’t have and can’t have or create for cultural or anthropological reasons. A heritage like the Italian one, born in a country that laid the foundations for creating music in every aspect, is fascinating. And we, in our own small way, try to continue the tradition of bel canto because there aren’t many other singers our age who bring it to the world.”
Ambassadors of Bel Canto around the world: a great responsibility
Often described as the true diplomats of Italian music abroad, the three artists live by this label with extreme humility but also with great awareness. When asked if they truly feel like “ambassadors of Italy to the world,” they respond:
“It’s a subjective matter, but a great responsibility, for example, is to try to keep our enthusiasm alive when we sing, to be as consistent as possible with the choices we make. It’s true, some call us ambassadors of bel canto, but that’s only a consequence of how we feel and experience music.”
A success that is not only aimed at a nostalgic audience, but is also reaching an increasingly younger audience thanks to the timeless power of the melody:
“Just see one of our concerts. It’s true that initially, our television career, especially, was followed by an older audience, but our goal has always been to bring this genre to our peers, because today’s platforms offer more commercial tracks, but the melody is absolutely transversal. There’s a significant segment of the audience that has grown up with us.”
From Pavarotti to Operatic Pop: Great Collaborations
Il Volo’s stylistic hallmark lies precisely in their ability to break down barriers between musical genres, a path already blazed in the past by the giants of classical and pop music.
“Obviously, we took inspiration from Luciano Pavarotti; he was the first to do so and to understand the true power of this music, which could reach a wider audience. In Italy, we’re so accustomed to melody that we almost reject it; in England, for example, Adele’s most-listened-to songs are all ballads with orchestra. It’s also not true that romanticism is dead, and perhaps we should start talking about it again, offering less frivolous content. It’s not a war, absolutely, because there’s light music and more challenging music depending on the moment, but, as far as we’re concerned, we like to mix genres, singing with those artists who have become friends today.”
A perfect balance that requires obsessive care of the most important instrument: the voice.
“It takes self-love. In the past, there were times when we were a little more distracted, but today we take singing lessons, we follow a more defined path, we’re always trying to improve. People think that singing is simple, you lean in and breathe, but it’s precisely that knowledge of yourself and your body that makes the difference on stage, and if you don’t take care of it, you won’t have a very long career.”
The 2026 summer tour
The summer tour will see Il Volo perform in Italy’s most evocative historic locations. Among the most anticipated events is the fourth edition of “Tutti per Uno” (a format created by manager Michele Torpedine and produced by Friends & Partners), which will take place on September 24, 26, and 28 in the splendid setting of Palazzo Te in Mantua.
“We decided to celebrate these 17 years together and promised to do something together, but then we got carried away and added more dates. Summer tours in Italy allow us to see wonderful places, and the food in areas like Puglia and Basilicata is so good…”
The secret of 17 years of success together
Starting an international career at a very young age and pursuing it together for nearly twenty years is a rarity in the contemporary music scene. So, what is the secret to Il Volo’s longevity?
“It takes intelligence, not just from ourselves, but also from the people around us. It helps eliminate that ego, because in a group, egos can’t exist; you have to work as a team. We’ve learned this in all these years traveling the world: there’s nothing more beautiful than sharing emotions and goals. And we, who experience such high adrenaline rushes, when we achieve something, we want to celebrate it with others.”
And the last interview is a nice video with English and Hungarian translations. In it the boys talk about their upcoming summer concert in Malaga in July.
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I hope you enjoyed these four interviews. Our three guys are on vacation, relaxing with family and friends, and we don’t want to disturb them, but soon they’ll be guests at an event with many singers.
That’s all for now, I’m also translating a long interview Luca Maggiti did with Gianluca, very serious and different…..see you soon!!
Daniela 🤗
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