63 Years of Celebrations and Concerts in Upstate New York
From our first performance at Lincoln Auditorium on May 22, 1947 to the the current season, the Mario DeSantis Orchestra continues to share its love of all musical styles from Jazz to Contemporary with Central New York audiences.
Mario DeSantis attributes the staying power of the orchestra first to the quality musicians who have shared their talent over the years, and secondly to the special orchestrations which are continuously updated and custom written for the orchestra's unique instumentation by Jay Owen and Joe Riposo. This years shows feature over 30 new arrangements including traditional big band, 'new era' swing, medleys, and listening and dance selections from the 60's to today.
To our Central New York Audiences....
our success is your presence !!!
Personnel
Vocals |
Maria DeSantis, Keith Condon, Ronnie Leigh, Isreal Hagan, Gary Branch, Doug Moncrief, Joe Whiting |
Saxophones |
Joe Riposo alto,
flute, clarinet Brian Scherer alto, tenor, & flute Dick Simiele tenor Paul DiPastena baritone |
Trombones |
Bill Palange Mark Anderson |
Trumpets |
Steve Carney Bill Crist Tony Godoy (Jim Mosher Chair) |
Rhythm |
Mario DeSantis keyboards,
conductor Mark Copani guitars Peter Chwazik bass Jimmy Johns drums |
Staff Arrangers |
Jay Owen Joe Riposo Bill DiCosimo |
Stage Managers |
Rob Cleland Scott Uhrig I.A.T.S.E. Local #9 |
Orchestra |
Bruce Schaurer Andrew Condon |
"Each time I hear the orchestra play I am struck by the professionalism of the band and more importantly the inspiring and wonderful music that you make. Your music enriches the lives of so many. Thank you for all of your contributions to our local music community and for your dedication to the arts in Central New York."
- John A. DeFrancisco, NY State Senator