Volare: The Soul of Italian Music
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Conceived and founded by Berklee faculty member Sergio Bellotti, VOLARE: The Smooth Jazz Italian Songbook blends classic songwriting with the polished feel of international smooth jazz, introducing global audiences to the modern standards of 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s Italian pop.
While deeply cherishing, loving, and respecting the traditional Italian-American repertoire—paying homage to that heritage through its very name—the ensemble moves into a fresh era with reimagined arrangements of timeless works by Riccardo Cocciante, Matia Bazar, Umberto Tozzi, Eros Ramazzotti, Alan Sorrenti, Pooh, and others.
Powered by a dynamic six-piece ensemble with brass, vocals, guitar, piano, bass, and drums, the result is a rich, sophisticated concert experience celebrating the global appeal of true Italian soul.
Featuring:
- Sergio Bellotti—drums (founder)
- Giangi Bonsaver—vocals
- Piero Billeri—saxophone
- Ivan Daila—piano
- Mark Greel—trumpet and guitar
- Enrico Santarelli—bass