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Watch Il Volo In The Valley of The Temples on WOUB March 13 and donate for discounted tickets to see them in Columbus
By: PBS
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ATHENS, Ohio (PBS) — The international Italian singing sensation, Il Volo, returns to WOUB for its 8th collaborative concert, performing against the breathtaking backdrop of the ancient Temple of Concordia, nestled within the spectacular Valley of the Temples in Sicily.
Catch Il Volo In The Valley of The Temples on WOUB TV March 13 at 9 p.m.
The highly anticipated concert celebrates Italian culture and history as the trio performs emotive renditions of the Neapolitan classic “O’ Sole Mio,” the impassioned “Amor, Vida de Mi Vida” and Leonard Cohen’s magnum opus “Hallelujah,” among other nostalgic ballads, arias and classical-crossover favorites.
Tenors Gianluca Ginoble, Piero Barone and Ignazio Boschetto serenade a live audience in three-part harmony, their operatic voices resonating with awe-inspiring power and passion, accompanied by a grand, full orchestra.
The setting of the Temple of Concordia in the Valley of the Temples brings a unique and evocative ambiance to the concert, making it not only a memorable musical performance but a full-fledged cultural event that connects the past and the present. The temple is lauded as the most important vestige of Hellenic architecture in Sicily. The majesty of the temple and its surroundings are captured through panoramic aerial shots highlighting the glorious beauty of the region’s vistas. This magnificent backdrop is the perfect setting, pairing the timelessness of ancient architecture with the modern artistry of Il Volo’s music.
The tenors pack their performance with operatic gusto, off-the-charts control and breathtaking technique while showcasing their playful and charming personalities and endearing camaraderie. Il Volo delivers a stunning repertoire of classical and contemporary pieces throughout the concert,their voices reverberating through the historic site.
The concert delivers a mélange of beloved Italian classics, operatic arias, popular songs and a few surprises, including a special guest appearance by South African operatic coloratura soprano Pretty Yende, whose performance of the hymn “Amazing Grace” with Il Volo leaves the audience in sheer delight.
Breaking into solos and together as a group, Il Volo makes their way through “The Sound of Silence,” “Il Gladiatore,” “Hallelujah,” “Nessun Dorma,” “Libiamo,” “The Music of the Night,” “Amor Vida Di Mi Vida,”“Who Wants to Live Forever,” “O’ Sole Mio,” along with brand new Il Volo originals like “Opera,”“Capolavoro” and more, mesmerizing the audience and leaving them with an unforgettable experience that celebrates Italy and the unifying power of music.
About Il Volo: Il Volo grew up on the PBS stage —from Il Volo Takes Flight, its first PBS concert in 2011,the trio won over American viewers. The group’s last concert with PBS was A Tribute to Ennio Morricone, honoring the legendary Oscar, Grammy and Golden Globe-winning Italian film composer. The program racked up a record audience of more than 4.7 million spectators.
Over its success-story career from humble beginnings and growing up in the spotlight from boys to mature men, Il Volo has received international acclaim, numerous award nominations and performed all over the world. The trio has known each other since they were 15, growing up together with a dream to make music and share it with people worldwide. The group officially formed in2009 after appearing individually on the reality singing show “Ti Lascio una Canzone.”
Il Volo quickly gained popularity,debuting its self-titled album in 2010, which went platinum and entered the US Billboard Top Ten. They are the first Italian artists to sign a contract with a major American record label, Geffen Records.
The group’s music transcends different cultures and every age group. The group’s unique voices intersect Italian pop and the soothing ballad.
Il Volo returns to the concert stage for a North American tour in the spring of 2026. And generous donors to WOUB have the opportunity to get discounted tickets to the group’s Columbus stop at the Palace Theater April 29.