Andrea Bocelli exclusive: 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. Join us as he opens the door on his private life and allows us exclusively into his family home.

1. Andrea Bocelli's house

The stunning exterior of Bocelli's family home. Picture: Classic FM
2. Andrea Bocelli and his dog

Bocelli takes a moment to enjoy the sunshine outside his villa in his spacious gardens. Picture: Classic FM
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
14. Andrea Bocelli's portrait

Photos, album covers and portraits fill the walls of Bocelli's spacious home. Picture: Classic FM
15. Andrea Bocelli and his dog

Bocelli enjoys a moment in the sun, sitting by the pool with his Labrador. Picture: Classic FM
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
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
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