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Where does Andrea Bocelli live? Behind the scenes in his Italian family home
They say home is where the heart is, so we took a trip to singing superstar Andrea Bocelli's stunning Italian villa to get to know him a little better as he rehearses for his UK tour.
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1. Andrea Bocelli's house
The stunning exterior of Bocelli's family home. Picture: Classic FM
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2. Andrea Bocelli and his dog
Bocelli takes a moment to enjoy the sunshine outside his villa in his spacious gardens. Picture: Classic FM
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3. Andrea Bocelli's house
The three storey, ten bedroom villa is home to Bocelli, his wife and daughter, his dog - and a fully functioning recording studio, of course. Picture: Classic FM
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4. The longest piano in the world
Mics, monitors and keyboards all positioned under a wall of iconic moments from Bocelli's lengthy career. He's also the proud owner of the world's longest piano, which has a special setting to add an extra octave to the keyboard. Picture: Classic FM
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5. Andrea Bocelli playing the flute
He's famous for his vocal talents, but Bocelli is also a keen flautist - he gave us a special performance while we visited his home. Picture: Classic FM
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6. Andrea Bocelli's family photos
Despite his punishing schedule, Bocelli always finds the time for his family. Photos of his wife Veronica Berti, his daughter Virginia and his sons Amos and Matteo can be found all over the walls of his home. Picture: Classic FM
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7. Andrea Bocelli's family photos
A snapshot into Andrea Bocelli's family life - nestled among the awards and the career-defining photos, are simple and charming photos of his nearest and dearest. Picture: Classic FM
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8. Andrea Bocelli playing the flute
The singer treats us to a rendition of the Entr'acte from Act 3 of Bizet's Carmen in his Italian home. Picture: Classic FM
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9. Andrea Bocelli's music
He may be famous for his vocal abilities, but Andrea Bocelli's life is full of music. Here's a score we found in his home. Picture: Classic FM
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10. Andrea Bocelli playing the flute
He may be a superstar, but this delightful flute performance proves Andrea Bocelli is just like us. He plays the flute as a hobby to occupy him in his spare time - when he's not touring the world, that is. Picture: Classic FM
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11. Gold discs and awards
Not only do they sound incredible, but they look amazing too: Andrea Bocelli's award-winning discs cover the walls in his music room. Picture: Classic FM
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12. Andrea Bocelli's awards
An impressive stash of awards: three World Music Awards and two Classic Brit Awards casually placed on Bocelli's mantelpiece. Picture: Classic FM
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13. Andrea Bocelli's awards
Proving it's the taking part that counts, snapshots from Bocelli's career are displayed alongside his impressive number of awards. Picture: Classic FM
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14. Andrea Bocelli's portrait
Photos, album covers and portraits fill the walls of Bocelli's spacious home. Picture: Classic FM
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15. Andrea Bocelli and his dog
Bocelli enjoys a moment in the sun, sitting by the pool with his Labrador. Picture: Classic FM
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16. Andrea Bocelli's daughter Virginia
Two-year-old Virginia takes a break from reading a book with her dad so she can stroke the family dog. Picture: Classic FM
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17. Andrea Bocelli's family life
Bocelli married Virginia's mother, Veronica Berti, in a ceremony in March 2014, attended by his sons and young daughter. Picture: Classic FM
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18. Andrea Bocelli's house
As well as its three storeys and spacious gardens, Bocelli's family home boasts an impressive pool. Picture: Classic FM
