Andrea Bocelli sings with his 12-year-old daughter on stage as London concert makes history
Andrea Bocelli celebrated his 30-year career with a performance in London’s Hyde Park, where he was joined by a very special guest.
The famed Italian tenor shared the stage with his 12-year-old daughter, Virginia Bocelli, during his headlining act of the British Summer Time (BST) concert series.
“Next, I’m going to introduce a little girl. Her name is Virginia and she is my daughter,” he told the crowd on Friday night (Saturday morning AEST).
Andrea Bocelli has celebrated his 30-year career with a performance in London’s Hyde Park. (Dave Hogan/Hogan Media Shutterstock)
“Virginia, welcome, are you ready?” he asked his daughter.
“We will do the song that we both do at home, OK? But now it’s more important to sing well.”
The youngster, clad in a hot pink dress with ruffles along the bodice, stood sweetly beside her dad, who had a guitar in hand, as they performed Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah.
The famed Italian tenor was joined by his 12-year-old daughter Virginia Bocelli on stage. (Dave Hogan/Hogan Media Shutterstock)
Andrea and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra stayed dry under temporary tarps that covered the stage, but the singer showed his appreciation for the audience in the rain. (Dave Hogan/Hogan Media Shutterstock)
Making the event – labelled “the largest classical concert to take place in Europe this century” – a truly family affair, Andrea’s son Matteo Bocelli also performed.
Matteo opened proceedings on the Great Oak Stage ahead of his famous father, telling the crowd he felt “very privileged” to be part of the massive concert, which also featured artists including Hans Zimmer, Katherine Jenkins, Jamie Duffy and Loren Allred.
While the annual concert series is called British Summer Time, there was more “British” than “summer” vibes to the weather.
The soggy London evening went down as one of the wettest in the annual event’s 11-year history, according to organisers.
But that didn’t dampen the spirits of those on stage or in the poncho-filled crowd.
Matteo Bocelli opened proceedings on stage ahead of his father, telling the crowd he felt “very privileged” to be part of the event. (Dave Hogan/Hogan Media Shutterstock)
Andrea and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra stayed dry under temporary tarps covering the stage, but the singer showed his appreciation for the audience sitting among the elements.
“You are my heroes for listening to my voice under the rain,” the singer told the audience, according to Metro UK.
“Thank you very much.”
Welsh mezzo-soprano, Jenkins, who was one of the warm up acts performing ahead of Andrea Bocelli, leaned into the weather and sang a rendition of Singing In The Rain.
Katherine Jenkins leaned into the soggy London weather, performing a rendition of Singing In The Rain. (Dave Hogan/Hogan Media Shutterstock)
“I’m going to break with the program as I just thought of a song we should be singing,” she grinned to the crowd, before popping open a white umbrella.
“Sing along please, everybody. This is British summer weather, let’s embrace it.
“You guys are amazing, I love your attitude!”
For a daily dose of 9Honey, subscribe to our newsletter here
Legendary British singer-songwriter, Seal, also took to the stage with Bocelli for a couple of special duets. (Dave Hogan/Hogan Media Shutterstock)
Legendary British singer-songwriter, Seal, also took to the stage with Andrea Bocelli for a couple of special duets, performing Amazing Grace and My Way together.
Seal’s unexpected appearance came a day before he takes to the Great Oak Stage again to perform his own set.
The Kiss From A Rose singer is the opening act for Robbie Williams, who will headline BST on Saturday night (Sunday morning AEST).
News
Madonna on Michael Jackson: A Complicated Friendship Between Icons
In the world of pop culture, few names shine as brightly as Michael Jackson and Madonna. Both born in August…
A Smile You Can Hear: Why ‘The Way You Love Me’ Is One of Michael’s Sweetest Songs
Some songs don’t just play, they move you. That’s exactly what happens with The Way You Love Me, a hidden gem…
“Fall Again”: The Song Michael Jackson Never Released, But Might Be His Most Honest Yet
Fall Again was never released officially while Michael Jackson was alive, but fans found it and held on tight. That’s…
Top 5 Michael Jackson Collaborations You Didn’t Know About
Top 5 Michael Jackson Collaborations You Probably Never Heard Of Rare musical gems that show the King of Pop’s true…
How Michael Jackson Revolutionized Pop Music and Continues to Inspire Today’s Stars
Imagine a world without the moonwalk, glittering gloves, or cinematic music videos—it’s almost impossible. These iconic elements of pop culture…
In the brightly lit auditorium, thousands of hearts joined together, singing the sacred song of the country
In the brightly lit auditorium, thousands of hearts joined together, singing the sacred song of the country. “¡Oh gloria inmarcesible!”…
End of content
No more pages to load