Joe Soprani recently presented several concerts. Above you will see a clip from the Phillies front office after his appearance at Citizens Band Park with the Phillie Phanatic on July 21, 2014 during the seventh inning stretch celebrating Italian Heritage Night. This was Joe’s third appearance with the Phillie Phanatic.

Joe said, “It is always lots of fun for me to see the reaction from the fans when he covers my face with his large “paw”. This always gets more coverage than anything I’ve done over the years. Unbelievable!  I have been invited to appear with him again next year, God willing.”

On July 16 Joe Soprani performed at the Washington Monument concert with the US Air Force Band in Washington DC. It was in celebration of “An Italian Salute – Bella Notte” and was conducted by Captain David Alpar, assistant conductor of the band.

Joe was the featured guest soloist and premiered the “Italian Rhapsody” by Julie Giroux with the 80 piece concert band. In addition to the solos he accompanied the Singing Sergeants in “Italian Street Song” and “Finiculi-Finicula” with the concert band.

Joe said, “Col. Arnold Gabriel who for over 21 years was the commander of the band was guest conductor. I’m sure many of you know that I was the accordion soloist many years ago under Col. George S. Howard. My four years with the band really set the tone, no pun intended, for my entire career. What a great way to finish out my career. The Band facilities at Bolling field are a state of the art. You have to see it to believe the beauty of the facilities. The men and women of the Air Force are some of the finest musicians in the country. It was a thrill for me to be a part of the program. Check out the US Air Force Band on the Internet. “

For further information: joesoprani@gmail.com