Voci d’Amore: The Music of Andrea Bocelli

Enjoy free live music, food and drinks at Tappo, featuring Jay Dref and Carolyn Lansom performing songs inspired by Andrea Bocelli.
About this Event

On Sunday, August 16, ArtsBuffalo and JazzBuffalo, in partnership with Tappo Restaurant, present Voci d’Amore: The Music of Andrea Bocelli.

The concert will feature internationally acclaimed tenor Jay Dref and Buffalo favorite Carolyn Lansom, performing timeless love songs, memorable duets, and soaring melodies inspired by the music made famous by Andrea Bocelli.

Whether you are a longtime fan of Bocelli, enjoy romantic music and familiar classics, or are simply looking for a memorable way to spend a Sunday afternoon downtown, this event is designed to be welcoming, relaxed, and easy to enjoy.

Guests can gather along Ellicott Street, enjoy food and drinks from Tappo Restaurant, and experience an exceptional live performance in the heart of downtown Buffalo.

About the Music

For more than three decades, Andrea Bocelli has introduced audiences around the world to music that brings together classical elegance and the warmth of popular song.

Voci d’Amore will celebrate that musical spirit rather than attempt to recreate a Bocelli concert. The program will feature elegant arrangements, heartfelt performances, romantic favorites, and songs that connect with audiences across generations.

Featured Performers

Jay Dref is a Buffalo native and internationally recognized classical crossover tenor known for his expressive voice, stage presence, and ability to perform across classical and contemporary styles.

A graduate of The Juilliard School, Dref has performed at venues including Lincoln Center, the Dolby Theatre, the Ryman Auditorium, Mohegan Sun Arena, and Highmark Stadium. He has also appeared with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, Niagara Symphony Orchestra, and Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra.

For the past five years, he has toured as a featured guest artist with internationally acclaimed soprano Sarah Brightman, performing throughout North America and internationally.

Carolyn Lansom is one of Buffalo’s most admired vocalists, known for her expressive performances, elegant stage presence, and versatility across jazz standards, Broadway favorites, contemporary classics, and timeless love songs.

A familiar presence in Buffalo’s live music community and a perennial JazzBuffalo Poll nominee and winner, Lansom brings warmth and emotional depth to every performance.

Together, Dref and Lansom offer a distinctive pairing for the duets and romantic melodies at the center of this concert.

Live Quartet

The vocalists will be accompanied by an accomplished quartet featuring:

• Harry Graser on keyboards
• George Kane on guitar
• Wayne Moose on bass
• Devin Kelly on drums

Event Details

Voci d’Amore: The Music of Andrea Bocelli
Featuring Jay Dref and Carolyn Lansom

Sunday, August 16, 2026
4:00–7:00 PM
Ellicott Street at Tappo Restaurant
Downtown Buffalo

Presented by ArtsBuffalo and JazzBuffalo, in partnership with Tappo Restaurant.

Free and open to the public.

Come for the music, enjoy Tappo’s food and drinks, and spend a summer afternoon with friends in downtown Buffalo.

This event is an independent musical celebration inspired by songs associated with Andrea Bocelli and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Andrea Bocelli.