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Sven Bode and Roy Yamaguci Dear Readers,

Before we can even turn around, there it is…December has arrived once again, and that means that there is something to smile about. From the festivities with family and friends to the chill in the air, let the holiday season begin!

Along with the excitement of this time of year comes the opportunity to help those in need of a little holiday cheer. I’m sure we’re all busy finding the perfect gifts for our loved ones and preparing our homes for guests, but I want to encourage you to open your hearts to those less fortunate so we can spread far and wide the joy of the season. Whatever we are able to provide, our spirit of giving has the power to help someone in need during this wonderful time. After all, there’s nothing like seeing a bright smile upon someone’s face filled with happiness. It is truly a gift in itself.

Here at Orlando Style, we are very involved in supporting all kinds of foundations, and this time of year only makes our charitable spirit grow. In addition, we are giving you, our loyal readers, this amazing Holiday Double Issue, complete with an extended holiday gift guide, the perfect resource to help make those last minute decisions just a bit easier. Even though supply may be a little more difficult this year, there are still some incredible deals out there, and we want to let you know about some of the best offers you’ll find before you begin your shopping adventures.

In this issue we present to you a new feature insert the London House Life. We are sure it will be a great success! Please give us your feedback at info@styletome.com

This is also the time of the year when Cathleen and I would like to thank you for all your love and support of our Style Magazines. We want to take this opportunity to acknowledge all of those who help to make Orlando Style the premier luxury lifestyle publication in our region. We would not be able to create such a wonderful product without our dedicated readers and advertisers, and for that, we send you our sincerest gratitude.

From all of us here at Orlando Style, we wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful, Happy New Year!

Shanah Tovah, Bonne Année, Gutes Neues Jahr, Akemashite Omedetou Gozaimasu, Antum Salimoun, Feliz Año Nuevo, Buon Capo d’Anno, Naye Varsha Ki Shubhkamanyen…and to all, a “Covid free”, Peaceful and Happy New Year!

Sincerely,

Sven J. Bode

Publisher

Andrea Bocelli

Will Make You “Believe” This Holiday Season

By Courtney Caggiano

There is something about the holiday season that awakens within us a love of the classics, from the timeless elegance of winter fashions to sipping hot chocolate in front of a cozy fire. Perhaps there is nothing quite as classic as the operatic voices of the music world that have become legends in their own making, few more memorable than Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli.

On December 19th, you can enjoy the magic of Bocelli’s worldrenowned vocals as he returns to Orlando’s Amway Center to share the beloved classics of his collection, as well as features from his latest album, “Believe.”

This poignant collection of musical work touches on all of the aspects of Bocelli’s transcendent talent—profound arias, crossover hits, and heartwarming love songs—but above all, “Believe” shares moments, memories, and mountains of faith that have defined Bocelli’s life, even if he has not revealed them in the spotlight until now.

One of the first glimpses of Bocelli’s faith-inspired music was during Easter of 2020, when he performed “Amazing Grace” during the shutdown of his homeland of Italy. Although no audience was physically present at the time, the moment was live-streamed by three million viewers, and millions more after the viewing. That performance proved Bocelli’s incomparable ability to move the hearts of his listeners through his inspiring combination of faith and melody.

With “Believe,” Bocelli shines a light on this powerful combination with fresh takes on well-known hymns, including his recorded rendition of “Amazing Grace” as well as Bocelli’s larger-than-life version of “Agnus Dei.” The album also features Bocelli’s highly anticipated cover of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah,” echoing the magic and mystery of this hauntingly beautiful lyrical masterpiece.

Bocelli is sure to share the gift of these new tracks from “Believe” along with the fan favorites that have been profound highlights in Bocelli’s catalog of work. Spanning over two decades and countless international performances, Bocelli’s career has inspired worldwide music fans, young and old, to cultivate and nurture a love and appreciation for opera and classical music.

Join Andrea Bocelli for this incredible night of music, beauty, and hope, as Bocelli’s unforgettable voice encourages you to believe.

WHAT’S HAPPENING

ORLANDO

DEC 1 / A Christmas Carol Time Varys / Orlando Shakes’

DEC 2 / Asian Lantern Festival: Into The Wild 6PM / Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

DEC 3 / Kane Brown 7PM/ Amway Center

DEC 3-5 / Central Florida International Auto Show 10AM / Orange County Convention Center

DEC 3 - 19 / The Nutcracker TBA / Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts

DEC 5 / Carlos Vives 7PM / Amway Center

DEC 8 / Fusion Fest 7PM / Downtown Orlando DEC 11 / George Lopez: OMG Hi! Comedy Tour 8PM / Hard Rock Cafe Orlando

DEC 19 / Andrea Bocelli 7 PM / Amway Center

JAN 1 / Cinderella 6:30PM / Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts

JAN 8 / Cirque du Soleil Drawn to Life TBA / Disney Springs

JAN 14 / 12th Annual Home & Garden Show 12PM / Orange County Convention Center

JAN 28 / Billy Joel TBA / Hard Rock Live Orlando

JAN 29 / Rolex 24 TBA / Daytona International Speedway December 3 The Nutcracker