In “The Italian Heart of the American Songbook”, internationally acclaimed singer Giada Valenti invites you to discover the surprising, emotional, and often little-known stories behind the music that shaped generations.
This unique concert experience is more than a performance—it’s a journey through memories, emotions, and hidden legacies.
Giada takes you behind the curtain, revealing how Italian lyricists, composers, and musicians quietly left their mark on the American and international music scene. From a fisherman in Naples who unknowingly wrote a tune that would echo across the globe, to a young Venetian whose melody would become a global anthem, these are stories of passion, fate, and musical genius.
With songs made famous by Ella Fitzgerald, Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, Etta James, Édith Piaf, Tom Jones, and Shirley Bassey – from the glitz of Hollywood to the bright lights of Broadway, the Italian touch helped shape the very soundtrack of American life.
Giada Valenti was born and raised near Venice, Italy. However, she moved to the United States in 2005 and has been residing in Las Vegas since 2019. Giada is well-known for her breathtaking PBS special, “From Venice with Love,” which can be found at www.formvenicewithlove.com.
She made her debut as a headliner in Las Vegas in November 2017, performing at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts. In October 2018, Giada performed at Carnegie Hall in New York City, and due to popular demand, she returned to the venue in 2019. One of her most significant highlights was being asked to sing alongside Andrea Bocelli at a concert benefiting his foundation.
Giada has released several albums, including “And I Love You So,” “Italian Signorina,” “My Lullaby,” and “From Venice with Love.”
Additionally, Giada also co-hosted for ABC7 the Columbus Day Parade in New York in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
