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Yanni Voices: Live from the Forum in Acapulco is a landmark concert event that captured the world-renowned pianist and composer’s triumphant return to the stage after a four-year hiatus. Filmed in November 2008 at the then-brand-new Forum de Mundo Imperial

in Acapulco, Mexico, the production reinvented Yanni’s classic instrumental works by adding powerful vocal arrangements for the first time in his career. A Revolutionary Concept

Produced in collaboration with Ric Wake and released under the Disney Pearl Imprint, the project centered on four "Voices"—young, exceptionally talented vocalists discovered by Yanni: Nathan Pacheco

: A tenor who brought operatic power to tracks like "Unico Amore" (Enchantment). Chloe Lowery

: Known for her versatile range in emotional songs like "Change" and "Kill Me With Your Love". Ender Thomas

: A powerhouse performer who spearheaded Spanish-language renditions such as "Ritual de Amor". Leslie Mills

: Featured on lyrical tracks including "Before the Night Ends" and "The Keeper". The Spectacle in Acapulco

The concert was a visual and auditory feast, captured by 12 cameras over four nights to provide an immersive experience for viewers. The production featured Yanni’s signature world-class orchestra, stunning choreography, and dynamic imagery projected on massive video screens. Special guests from the Latin music world, including Cristian Castro José José , also joined for unique Spanish duets. Release and Legacy The concert premiered as a high-profile PBS television special

in March 2009, making Yanni the #1 PBS artist of all time. Following the broadcast, a full concert DVD featuring over two hours of footage was released in October 2009. This project served as the kickoff for a massive international tour that began in April 2009, cementing Yanni’s shift toward a "global phenomenon" status with vocal-infused orchestrations. Notable Setlist Highlights : The high-energy orchestral opener. Mi Todo Eres Tú

: A duet of "Until the Last Moment" performed by Chloe and Ender.

: A fan-favorite orchestral finale based on Vivaldi's "Summer". yanni voices live from the forum in acapulco

: A celebratory closing number featuring the entire ensemble. full tracklist for the live DVD or more details about the vocalists' careers following this tour?

Watch the The Storm (The Forum At Mundo Imperial, Acapulco, Mexico, 2008) music video by Yanni on Apple Music. Amazon.com: Yanni Voices: Live From The Forum In Acapulco

Yanni Voices: Live from the Forum in Acapulco is a 2009 concert film that marked Yanni’s triumphant return to the stage after a four-year hiatus. This production was groundbreaking for Yanni because, for the first time, it prominently featured vocalists performing lyrics set to his most famous instrumental compositions. Core "Voices" and Performers

The concert centers on four primary vocalists discovered and mentored by Yanni and producer Ric Wake: Nathan Pacheco

: Known for his emotive, operatic style, often writing and singing in Italian. Chloe Lowery

: A versatile vocalist described as a musical diva with high energy. Ender Thomas

: A "Latin sensation" who brings a soulful, sensual style, often performing in Spanish. Leslie Mills

: Featured for her intricate writing style and heartfelt vocal performances.

Special guest performers for the Mexican production included Latin stars Lucero Cristian Castro José José Notable Setlist Highlights

The performance includes vocal reimaginings of Yanni's classics alongside original tracks: "Nican (In Your Heart)" "Unico Amore" (Vocal version of Enchantment) "Ritual De Amor" (Vocal version of Desire) "Vivi Il Tuo Sogno" (Vocal version of Almost a Whisper) "Mi Todo Eres Tú" (Vocal version of Until the Last Moment) "Amare Di Nuovo" (Vocal version of Adagio in C Minor) "Santorini" (Instrumental finale) Production and Release Yanni Voices: Live from the Forum in Acapulco

Venue: Filmed at the Forum Mundo Imperial in Acapulco, Mexico.

PBS Special: The concert first aired on PBS in March 2009 as part of their spring pledge drive.

Format: Available on DVD and digital formats, often including the bonus feature "In The Studio With Yanni Voices," which provides behind-the-scenes insights into the project's development.

Watch the full concert and highlighted performances from the Acapulco stage: Yanni Voices - Live from the Forum in Acapulco (2009) Эдуард Горев (GEdwardG) Yanni. Voices. 2009. Live from Acapulco Roman.CLASSIC

A surprise. Yanni rearranges his classic "Nightingale" (dedicated to his father) to include a choral overtone. The Forum’s acoustics make the chorus sound like angels descending from the Pacific sky. "Kill Me with Your Love" (feat

The Performance: A Setlist Deconstructed

From the first few bars, it is clear that this is Yanni unshackled. The 45-piece orchestra and choir are dressed in sleek, modern attire, moving away from the stoic formalwear of the 90s.

The Opening: "The Storm" The concert opens with The Storm, a percussive powerhouse. The late, great drummer Charlie Adams (a Yanni veteran) launches into a thunderous solo that literally shakes the camera lenses. The song’s aggressive synth bass and violin solos (courtesy of the brilliant Samvel Yervinyan) set a tone of urgency. Yanni, at his signature white grand piano, looks like a conductor possessed.

The Vocal Showpieces

• "Kill Me with Your Love" (feat. Leslie Mills): This is the emotional anchor. Mills’ raspy, powerful delivery turns a pop ballad into an anthem of desperation. The lighting design—deep reds and blues—bathes her as she belts the chorus, and Yanni’s piano fills act as a nervous heartbeat beneath her.
• "Esa Es Mi Tierra" (feat. Ender Thomas): The crowd erupts. Thomas, with his flawless tenor, delivers this Latin-infused original. It is a moment of cultural crossover where the Greek composer proves he can write a salsa-tinged world beat that feels completely authentic. The brass section rises to the occasion.
• "Orchestral Suite" (feat. Chloe Lowery): Lowery, barely out of her teens at the time, performs "Nice to Meet You" with a vocal range that recalls a young Celine Dion. Her ability to hit whistle tones while running across the sprawling stage is a testament to the athleticism Yanni demands from his players.

The Instrumental Core: "Nightingale" Despite the emphasis on vocals, the purely instrumental Nightingale remains the concert’s centerpiece. Written for Chinese bamboo flutist (and later, the virtuoso Pedro Eustache), the piece is a duet between the orchestra and a solitary flute. The Acapulco version features a breathtaking improvisation where the flute mimics the call of an actual nightingale against a hushed string section. It is in these silent, breathless minutes that Yanni’s genius as a composer shines brightest.

6. “Voyage” / “Whispers in the Dark”

The encore features the four vocalists harmonizing together. It is the closest Yanni has ever come to a "boy band/girl group" moment, but the symphonic weight behind them keeps it grounded in world music.

The Venue: The Forum in Acapulco

Unlike the weathered stone of Greece or the imperial halls of China, the Forum in Acapulco, Mexico, offers a different kind of majesty. Set against the rugged, sun-bleached cliffs of the Pacific coast, the venue is a marvel of modern amphitheater design. By choosing Acapulco, Yanni wasn’t looking for ruins; he was looking for atmosphere. The open-air structure allows the humid, salty air of the Mexican Riviera to mix with the dry hum of amplifiers.

The choice of location was deliberate. Latin America had embraced Yanni with a fervor that rivaled his native Greece. The acoustic warmth of the Forum, combined with the visual spectacle of a Mexican sunset bleeding into a starry night, provides the visual and sonic backdrop for an evening that feels less like a concert and more like a spiritual revival.

Title: The Magic of Acapulco: Reliving Yanni Voices at The Forum

Subheadline: A historic night where classical mastery met raw vocal talent under the Mexican stars.

3. “Kill Me With Your Love” (Leslie Mills & Ender Thomas)

A duet that originally felt poppy on the studio album becomes visceral live. Leslie Mills’ ethereal bridge contrasts with Ender Thomas’ rock-soul growl. The Forum recording captures the raw microphone bleed and the physicality of their performance.