Elton John Exclusive

Ferretti Group VIPs were treated to a very special event in Venice.

This article was written by Billy Springer. Photography courtesy of Ferretti Group.

I’m rarely at a loss for words.

But, after attending a private party, in the most historic theater in Venice, to see Sir Elton John perform at the Ferretti Group’s very special Black Tie Christmas Gala for very special VIPs…I’m speechless. It was simply spectacular. And frankly, quite moving.

Of course, that’s hardly a surprise. In fact, I’ve been writing about yachts for long enough to know that no other boat builder puts the emphasis on style, exclusivity, beauty, and branding quite like the Ferretti Group. That said, this party was next-level in every way.

“It’s a little bit funny, this feeling inside,” said Ferretti Group CEO Alberto Galassi at the start of the night featuring his personal friend Elton John. And maybe that friendship is the only way to explain the legendary artist’s willingness to perform well afer his farewell tour was over.

“We wanted to ofer our friends an event of the same beauty of our boats and Ferretti Group’s incredible 2023,” said Ferretti Group CEO Alberto Galassi afer the show. “A huge thank you to Elton John, who last night gave an unforgettable performance, treating us all to a thrill every time he played the first chords of his magnifcent songs. An incredible evening we’ll keep in our hearts for many years to come.”

The concert was an amazing “invitation-onlyprivate-party” for those of us lucky enough to get an invite. But it was also held to help support the non-proft organization Save Venice’s mission to preserve Venice’s artistic heritage, and the Teatro La Fenice Foundation that Ferretti Group has been supporting since 2021.

During the evening, the Ferretti Group also honored its commitment to several charities, including the David Beckham UNICEF Fund that announced the sale of a limited-edition Riva Anniversario that auctioned of to mark the 180th anniversary of Riva, with the entire proceeds donated to help children in El Salvador.

And if a private show with such an iconic entertainer wasn’t enough, guests were treated to an haute cuisine tasting with Chef patron of the three-star Michelin Osteria Francescana, Massimo Bottura.

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