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The worlds most beloved tenor Andrea Bocelli performed a free
concert on Central Parks Great Lawn on Thursday, September 15th
with the New York Philaharmonic, conducted by it's music director
Alan Gilbert. Joining Andrea on stage was Celine Dion, Tony
Bennett, Chris Botti and David Foster. Sopranos Ana Maria
Martinez and Pretty Yende, violinist Nicola Benedetti, bass
baritone Bryn Terfel and flutist Andrea Giminelli were also part
of this spectacular evening, along with the Westminster Symphonic
Choir, Joe Miller, director.
From the Artist
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Andrea Bocelli comments, "I cannot help but smile when thinking
about the upcoming concert in Central Park. It was my her's
dream, and my her was right, because my artistic path would
have been entirely different without the strong and sincere
embrace of this extraordinary city where everything is possible,
even when it seems impossible." Bocelli continues, "My her
will not be there, but I can count on his blessing and his kind
and gentle smile to give me courage. My mother, sitting in the
front row, will feel my her too, and they will be together
again just like when I was a little boy performing on the
fireplace steps. Perhaps they had secretly dreamed that I might
have the rtunity to perform in New York City, and maybe right
here in Central Park." New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg
said, "The Great Lawn in Central Park is one of the most
remarkable and beautiful outdoor venues in the world and it is a
great pleasure to welcome Andrea Bocelli back to New York to
perform there. This free concert will be a memorable cultural
moment for the thousands of New Yorkers and visitors that will
watch the event live in the park, and many, many more through the
broadcast by WNET." New York City Parks Commissioner Adrian
Benepe said, "I join the Mayor and all New Yorkers in thanking
Andrea Bocelli and all involved in making a beautiful autumn
evening full of splendor and world-class music possible, in one
of the most cherished outdoor places in New York City. From the
Great Lawn in the heart of Manhattan to the Great Performances
series on WNET, where millions more will be able to share this
gift, it will be a very special occasion. A million thank yous.
Grazie mille!"
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About the Artist
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Since Great Performances introduced American television
audiences to Bocelli with 1997's Romanza concert, the tenor has
been featured in a distinguished series of Great Performances
specials, including Sacred Arias, Amore, Vivere, My Christmas,
and American Dream--his spectacular "Statue of Liberty" concert
from New Jersey's Liberty State Park. "Bringing artists of this
magnitude to audiences is core to our mission at THIRTEEN," said
Neal Shapiro, WNET CEO and President. "This free concert in New
York City's ultimate performance space is another way we can make
such historic events accessible to audiences who might otherwise
find them out of reach." "Andrea Bocelli embodies the authentic
Italian spirit," said Guido Barilla, Chairman, Barilla Group, one
of the world's most esteemed Italian food companies. "His music
inspires millions, and there is no better place to demonstrate
his talent than in New York's Central Park. Barilla and Andrea
Bocelli have had a relationship since 2002, when Bocelli's music
began appearing in television advertisements throughout the
United States. We look forward to sharing the combination of
Barilla and Andrea Bocelli with New Yorkers as it is a true
expression of the authentic Italian experience."
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