The week just gone by was also full of commitments and the presence of Il Volo and as always I proceed in order.
We knew that Il Volo was live on German television and announced that he was leaving the next day to come to the U.S. probably to promote their tour and also the new PBS special.
In fact, on December 2nd Il Volo spoke live on the television show DESPIERTA AMERICA, here is the video, unfortunately of poor quality.
I will translate for you in broad terms the most important things that were said:
After the presentation and initial greetings, the presenter wishes the kids Christmas greetings and asks for details of the new AD ASTRA international edition album.
Gianluca explains that it is a series of unreleased songs with the addition of some special songs such as IL GLADIATORE and then says that they will go on tour in the US. starting from March 2025.
The presenter remembers the first time he interviewed them on Despierta America and he says that they were really kids and Ignazio adds that they are now 30 years old and he just got married.
Then Piero explains their projects which will last 2 years, starting from the US tour. and then a tour of South America will follow in October
At the end of the interview they sang CAPOLAVORO!!
Of course they sponsored the new international version Ad Astra CD which I think you have all received by now.
I already have mine too and what about the last 5 songs added compared to the version of Ad Astra I already had? I’m enthusiastic about it, there are 5 songs that add great value to the set that I already liked!!
What can I say about the dedication made in memory of Barbara, it moved me! ❤️🙏
But then the new single TRA LE ONDE (Between the Waves) was also released.
“Hello everyone, we are Il Volo Our new single TRA LE ONDE It is available on all platforms.”
I liked it a lot, I liked the very meaningful words and it is certainly a radio song, but the problem is always that the radio is unlikely to play it.
It is certainly not the song whose musicality strikes you at first listening, but I must recognize the great work especially in the translated text that I propose to you.
Calm sky and full moon And down here we are Distracted passengers Scattered dreams and muscles Every day is a swing Luckily you’re here That forgive my mistakes And you push me forward And ahead of us What is it? Rain and clear And the desire to lose The heart in the waves, waves, waves To feel the wind on your face Without ever stopping laughing Together in the waves, waves, waves Life is like a stream It passes beneath us That we remain standing in the waves Between barriers and high walls Luckily you’re here Teach me how to skip them Or to fall and get back up And ahead of us What is it? Rain and clear And the desire to lose The heart in the waves, waves, waves To feel the wind on your face Without ever stopping laughing Together in the waves, waves, waves Life is like a stream It passes beneath us That we remain standing Between a destiny that brings us To run, then change course The sun ahead and my shadow next to yours The heart in the waves, waves, waves And don’t stop laughing Together in the waves, waves, waves Life is like a stream It passes beneath us That we remain standing in the waves
Il Volo also sent this beautiful message to the students of Florida Atlantic University.
And then the fun promotion on WTTW Chicago PBS!! 😁😁
“Ah, life, what is more true in the world and we almost never realize it.”
“It is not possible to waste this life in vain. Ah life, there is nothing more beautiful than life, and perhaps many people don’t know it.”
And we hope, given the current times, that many people realize that: “there is nothing more beautiful in the world than life”
Meanwhile, the dates of the concerts to be held next year in Europe are increasing, here is the update:
Finally, on December 8th in Los Angeles there was Andrea Bocelli’s concert and among the numerous guests there was also Il Volo who sang THE GLADIATOR.
and then in a duet with Bocelli himself, they sang O SOLE MIO.
What an evening, fantastic, Bocelli has a very long high performance, but I think Il Volo also made a great impression!!
And here are some moments from the rehearsal evening and from backstage.
With the actresses Katerine Kelly Lang and Ashley Aubra
With Pia Toscano she sang with Il Volo in the first PBS special in 2012 🥰
I would say that even in these first 10 days of December there hasn’t been a moment of respite, every day there is new news that talks about them, our fantastic trio: IL VOLO!! ❤️❤️❤️
‘Twas three weeks before Christmas when all through the house, Not a creature was stirring not even my Spouse! The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that Il Volo would soon be there!
That pretty much sums up what we all want for Christmas! Piero, Ignazio and Gianluca! Dream on, that’s not happening!
What I want for Christmas this year is for the guys to spend more time in the States!
When I was watching the lighting of the Christmas tree at Rockerfeller Center last week, I was thinking about 2012 when our guys were there! It made me think that maybe it would be nice to relive someChristmas Memories!
Let’s go back to 2011 where we find the first Christmas presentation….
Christmas 2011 ~ The Tonight Show with Jay Leno “Christmas Song”
Those were the days when we could turn on our TV and see Il Volo on one of the night shows! The night shows the guys did were amazing! Why? These were three Italian kids who came to America and stole the hearts of the American people! American groups don’t get the opportunity to go on these shows. But again, they are not Il Volo! Amazing!
And let’s not forget the Christmas Tree lighting in LA!
Il Volo performs with Pia Toscano at the LA Live Tree Lighting
How absolutely amazing is this performance? I think Pia Toscano was in awe of those three teenagers!
Christmas 2012 ~ Lighting the Christmas Tree at Rockerfeller Center
This is by far was one of the best Christmas Tree lightings at Rockerfeller Center! They stole the show! Hopefully they will be invited back to light the tree again!
Christmas 2013 ~ Home and Family Holiday Show 2013
One of the things I miss about the guys not being in the States is their appearances on Home & Family Show. The guys cooked and sang and brought us much joy! One of the greatest shows was the 2013 Holiday Show. Guest stars on that show were Il Volo. They sang such beautiful Christmas Carols!
Christmas 2013 ~ Concert at the Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
I had a hard time deciding whether to use the Home & Family Show video or the Assisi video. So, I decided let’s use both!
Christmas 2014 ~ Concerto di Natale 2014 at the Italian Senate
Before I tell you what the guys had to say about this concert, I want to tell you that this is the most amazing Christmas concert you will see this year! The guys and the kids are phenomenal! They brought me to tears! And, I must say Pietro Grasso enjoyed it, especially all the old Neapolitan songs. I thought he was going to get up and sing with the guys! Reactions like this is why the classical Neapolitan songs never die! They stay in our hearts forever! A good time was had by all!
In their book, Ignazio speaking for the guys explained how it felt to sing at the Senate.
We want to talk about the thrill of singing in front of the highest office of state! What twenty-year-old boy has something like that happen? It happened to us, and it seems to me a beautiful result, an honor.
The concert was on December 21st. You cannot imagine the emotional feeling to be called “guests of honor” inside the Senate.
The fantastic Filarmonia Orchestra Veneta conducted by Diego Basso. Half the beauty of the song is in the orchestra.
We start with Christmas classics such as Adeste Fideles and White Christmas, but then there was also Caruso, Mattinata, No Puede Ser, Memory and of course our classic ‘O Sole Mio.
The most exciting moments? Every one! But the hymn of Mameli was the heart-pounding one, the first song, singing in that place, with everyone singing along with us, including Giorgio Napolitano, (President) and Pietro Grasso (President of the Senate). It is one thing that I cannot explain.
And then, of course, the pleasure of shaking hands with the President of the Republic and of feeling that he knows Marsala, he has been there.
Christmas 2015 ~ Santa Claus is Coming to Town!!
Alright so you don’t have a sense of humor! I couldn’t find a Christmas video for 2015. Let’s face it the guys were a little busy that year! Remember Sanremo and Eurovision
Christmas 2016 ~ Il Volo & Jackie Evancho sing “Little Drummer Boy” on the Today Show
And those were the days when we could turn on the morning shows and find Il Volo! This is singer and former “America’s Got Talent” contestant Jackie Evancho. She teamed up with our guys to perform “The Little Drummer Boy” live on the TODAY Show.
Christmas 2017 ~ Adeste Fideles (O come all ye faithful)
Ok! So, I cheated. This is actually January 2017. But isn’t it spectacular!
Christmas 2018 ~ “Voci di Natale” Líbano 2018
In 2018 the guys went to Lebanon to spend Christmas with the troops! What beautiful hearts they have! There are some very touching moments in this video! It warms my heart!
This story was so beautiful that I decided to include the link to the original translation of the video by Daniela Perani. It is so worth reading! Thank you, Daniela!
That was the year that was!What a wonderful way to take a year that we all want to forget about and turn it into an absolutely amazing moment. An event that will never happen again. One of the things I love in this video is Gianluca looking back at the light in the window of the Holy Fathers apartment! He knew he was listening to them!
This event was a prelude to the Tribute to Ennio Morricone that was planned for June 2021. It never took place at Piazza Pio XII but, it did take place at the ancient Arena of Verona. And what an unforgettable event that was! Let’s pray that the guys will have an opportunity to have a concert in Piazza Pio XII when we are finished with this awful business!
This one was my personal favorite! In a year when we really needed it, they made all of our Christmases bright!
Thank you, Piero, Ignazio and Gianluca for all the wonderful moments you share with us!
So, I hope you enjoyed reliving the guys’Christmas Memories!
Let me leave you with the lyrics to another Christmas song!
I don’t want a lot for Christmas! There is just one thing I need! I don’t care about the presents, Underneath the Christmas tree. I just want you for my own, More than you could ever know, Make my wish come true, All I want for Christmas is Il Volo!
Perhaps ask Santa for their album, “Il Volo Sings Morricone,” or a ticket to one of the many concerts on the World Tour!
One final thought! In the United States the Christmas season starts on the first Sunday after Thanksgiving, the first day of Advent! In Italy the Christmas season starts on December 8th the Feast Day of the Immaculate Conception. On that day the streets of Italy come to life with beautiful lights and decorations and wonderful street festivals. So, I would like to wish my Italian family, friends and fans a joyful Christmas Season!
Join me next week as I go back Through the Fields of My Mind and open the door to a new adventure!
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