WTI Magazine #6    2013 Nov, 22
Author : Barclays Center      Translation by:

It is without doubt that classical music, including opera, has the ability to tell a divine story to its listener. It can empower the listener with deep emotion through the passion in which the artist performs. This genre is one of the most historical, traditional, powerful genres in the music industry yet the popularity has been depreciating over recent years. Followers of this genre have claimed that new voices are "not what they used to be."

A result of reduced audience turn-outs and decreasing record sales, it had been said that the downturn of this genre was inevitable. That is, until Andrea Bocelli appeared on the scene with his breathtaking performances and extraordinary talent. Since Bocelli made his debut back in 1994, classical music has made a triumphant return and has appealed to an even broader audience than ever.

Andrea Bocelli made his Brooklyn debut in 2012 with an exquisite performance in front of a sold-out crowd. Bocelli will return to Barclays Center on Wednesday, December 11, 2013 and will be joined by conductor Eugene Kohn. Soprano Svetla Vassileva, world-renowned guest vocalist Heather Headley and the New York City Opera Orchestra will also be a part of this unforgettable evening.

Also known as the "world's most beloved tenor," Andrea Bocelli made his debut on the operatic stage in 1994. Since then, the global icon has brought his music to millions worldwide. With over 70 million record sales, Bocelli has earned a place in the Guinness Book of World Records by holding the first, second, and third place on the American classical music charts. A voice comparable to that of God, won Bocelli both "Album of the Year" and "Best Selling Classical Album of the Year" at the 2003 Classical Brit Awards. He is often featured as a headliner for events like this year's National Prayer Breakfast as well as charity events such as supporting victims of the Abruzzo earthquake.

Andrea Bocelli's holiday timed tour receives "rousing ovations" year after year. The December 2013 Tour comes in support of Andrea Bocelli's recent release Passione, which debuted at #2 on the overall Billboard Charts, along with his new PBS television special "Love in Portofino." Passione is a lush collection of Mediterranean love songs featuring duets with global pop stars Jennifer Lopez, Nelly Furtado, and the late Edith Piaf.

Andrea Bocelli is a global icon who continues to defy categorization as well as transform and transcend boundaries within the classical music genre and opera world. He remains one of the most recognizable voices in music. Bocelli at Barclays Center is one event that is not to be missed. Tickets can be purchased by visiting Barclays Center website as well as Ticketmaster or at the American Express Box Office located in Barclays Center.