ON DECEMBER 25, ONE SILVER FLUTE SPOKE BEFORE THE VOICE DID. Andrea Bocelli has spent a lifetime letting his voice lead the way. But this time, he didn’t rush it. Before singing Dolce è Sentire, he lifted a silver flute and played the opening himself. Soft. Unhurried. Almost like a breath. The moment came during a Christmas concert on December 25, inside the Basilica di San Francesco. Stone walls. Masked musicians. Sacred quiet. The flute set the mood long before the first lyric arrived. It didn’t feel like a performance meant to impress. It felt like an offering. Gentle. Reverent. Unexpected. As if he was reminding us that sometimes, music begins long before the voice.

Andrea Bocelli Performs “Dolce è Sentire” — A Soothing Flute and Voice Masterpiece

Andrea Bocelli, the world-renowned tenor celebrated for his unforgettable voice, offered fans a rare treat in a stunning performance of “Dolce è Sentire (Fratello Sole, Sorella Luna)” — this time accompanying himself on the flute. Known for his powerful vocals, Bocelli also showcases a delicate touch with the silver flute, adding a personal and graceful layer to this beloved Italian hymn.

Translated as “Sweet is to Feel (Brother Sun, Sister Moon),” the song draws inspiration from the famous “Canticle of the Sun” by Saint Francis of Assisi. In this performance, Bocelli brings new light and warmth to the melody, beginning with a sparkling flute solo that gently ushers in his rich tenor voice.

A Christmas Gift from Assisi

This breathtaking rendition was part of a live Christmas concert broadcast from the historic Basilica di San Francesco in Assisi, Italy, on 25 December 2020. Backed by an orchestra of masked musicians, the setting added a reverent and spiritual atmosphere to an already moving performance.

“This sung prayer of Franciscan inspiration is a small masterpiece, set to a tune by my dear departed friend, Riz Ortolani,” Bocelli shared in the video’s description on YouTube. “A piece that is intense and moving in its melodic simplicity, that speaks to the wonder of creation.”

With his flute in hand and heart in his voice, Bocelli transforms this timeless hymn into a balm for the soul — a gentle reminder of peace, creation, and the beauty of simple moments.

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As we continue navigating through uncertain times, Andrea Bocelli’s performance offers light and comfort — a musical embrace reminding us of our shared humanity, faith, and hope. Thank you, Maestro Bocelli, for this timeless gift.

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ON DECEMBER 25, ONE SILVER FLUTE SPOKE BEFORE THE VOICE DID. Andrea Bocelli has spent a lifetime letting his voice lead the way. But this time, he didn’t rush it. Before singing Dolce è Sentire, he lifted a silver flute and played the opening himself. Soft. Unhurried. Almost like a breath. The moment came during a Christmas concert on December 25, inside the Basilica di San Francesco. Stone walls. Masked musicians. Sacred quiet. The flute set the mood long before the first lyric arrived. It didn’t feel like a performance meant to impress. It felt like an offering. Gentle. Reverent. Unexpected. As if he was reminding us that sometimes, music begins long before the voice.