He remains one of the world's most popular singers today. His 1995 album Bocelli sold well in Europe and 1999's Sogno became an international hit. His big break came when a demo tape landed in the hands of Luciano Pavarotti. Visually impaired from birth, Bocelli became blind at the age of 12 following a soccer injury. As a child, Andrea Bocelli learned to play the piano, flute and saxophone.