People were shocked to learn about Andrea Bocelli’s most recent Amazing Grace performance from Times Square in New York City.

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Andrea Bocelli has had a very busy festive season promoting his A Family Christmas album with his children Matteo and Virginia Bocelli. They even starred in an accompanying TV movie together, which they’re following up this Easter with The Journey. The Italian maestro has been promoting the new music special which will play exclusively in US movie theatres on April 2, 3, 4 and 6. And most recently he performed Amazing Grace in New York’s Times Square, which you can watch below.Andrea Bocelli sings ‘Amazing Grace’ in Times SquareA synopsis for The Journey reads: “Combining world-class musical performances with intimate conversations across the awe-inspiring Italian countryside, THE JOURNEY: A Music Special from Andrea Bocelli is an exploration of the moments that define us, the songs that inspire us, and the relationships that connect us to what matters most.

“Bocelli and his wife Veronica travel on horseback along Italy’s Via Francigena, an ancient road travelled by pilgrims for centuries in the footsteps of the apostles and saints. Along the way, they are joined by friends Michael W. Smith, Tori Kelly, Tauren Wells, and TAYA for world-class musical performances in some of Italy’s most magnificent venues and majestic locations.”Andrea Bocelli Fans Have “Chills” After Watching His Surprise “Amazing Grace” PerformanceThe Journey description continues: “Following a blessing from the Pope, Bocelli’s children Matteo and Virginia make appearances in this amazing adventure, as well as musicians and singers Katherine Jenkins, Clara Barbier Serrano, 2Cellos, 40 Fingers, and many others. You’ll be swept away by THE JOURNEY of beautiful music, creation, faith, and love.”

Watch his incredible performance below: