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Gianpaolo D igrazia
The ITALIAN SHOW
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Gianpaolo
AND
THE ORIGINAL
ITALIAN SHOW
AT THE
FESTA DI SAN DONATO
PONTELANDOLFO ITALIAN FESTIVAL 2010 !
WATERBURY, CONNECTICUT
ONE PERFORMANCE ONLY !
SUNDAY AUGUST 8, 2010
SHOWTIME !
3:30 PM
PONTELANDOLFO COMMUNITY CLUB
380 FARMWOOD ROAD, WATERBURY, CONNECTICUT 06704
Gianpaolo
AND
"THE INTERNATIONAL LOVE ORCHESTRA"
....Live in Concert !
SHOW SPONSORS
PONTELANDOLFO COMMUNITY CLUB
PLATINUM SPONSOR : HOLLYWOOD ENTERPRISES
GOLD SPONSOR: UGO AIR CONNECTICUT
SILVER SPONSOR: IMAGE INK
gIANPAOLO'S NEWEST CREATION....
THE
INTERNATIONAL LOVE ORCHESTRA
Music director: R. Larsen
RHYTHM SECTION UNDER THE DIRECTION OF: R. LARSEN
Horn section under the direction of: R. manning
percussion direction: N. longo / d. OGRODNIK
stage & set direction: J. CORNFIELD
VIDEO & LIVE FOOTAGE DIRECTION: D. PETERS
audio & lighting direction: F. VIEL
MANAGEMENT
PERSONAL management: Lee Jones
gIANPAOLO'S NEW HIGH ENERGY ORCHESTRA WITH A DISTINCTIVE HIP & ELEGANT STYLE
AND A TRADITIONAL "SMALL TOWN" ITALIAN SHOW DEDICATED TO
THE BEAUTIFUL ITALIAN SONGS OF YESTERDAY
"SONO MOLTO CONTENTO DI PRESENTARVI
LE BELLE CANZONI ITALIANE CON
"THE love INTERNATIONAL ORCHESTRA"
SALUTI.... GIAnPAOLO
DON'T MISS IT ! .....
CHECK PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE FOR SEATING AVAILABILITY......
go to ..... FESTA DI SAN DONAT0
PONTE LANDOLFO ITALIAN FESTIVAL 2010
More News !
Gianpaolo is recording
a special promotional CD of International Music-
Italian, French, Spanish, and English......
available soon on this website ......
watch for the release and information on his full length CD entitled......
GiaNpaolo ......
due out ..... Fall 2010 !
Gianpaolo is soon to announce his association with a Notional Production Company
and his International Representation for Live Performances .....
stay tuned.....
"Gianpaolo is taking the Italian-American Music World by Storm!"
Gianpaolo's repertoire is very vast in the Italian-American music category.
With his ability to perform wonderful Italian Classics of yesterday in a very traditional and operatic
style he also performs many Italian, Spanish, French and American hits with his unique crooning capabilities.
His perfect diction and vocal expression in Italian, Spanish, French and English has distinguished this
tenor to be an absolute delight. With romance and passion he interprets the operatic, classical,
and adult contemporary repertoire in an elegant, uniquely styled and sophisticated manner.
It will not be long before this tenor is discovered.
Hollywood Enterprises - Entertainment Management
Biography
Dramatic Tenor
Gianpaolo DiGrazia is a Dramatic Tenor with a very unique and expansive vocal range. Many have credited him with a high baritone voice but to their surprise, while having a very strong high baritone foundation, Gianpaolo is actually a rare dramatic tenor reaching a tenor's high C forte. The lyric tenor voice is the most common tenor voice. The agility of the leggiero and lyric voice is much quicker than that of the Dramatic tenor. Next is the spinto vocal quality. It is the type of voice which still has much agility like the lyric voice type, but loudness which is more related to the dramatic tenor, the most powerful tenor voice.
Gianpaolo was born in Catania, Sicily, Italy. Catania, the city well known for it's rich operatic history and lush botanical gardens is filled with passion and romance. The Catanese are proud of their city of arts and music. The monumental Teatro Massimo Bellini still stands in the shadow of Mount Etna, Sicily's famous volcano. The love and respect inspired by this significant symbol of strength is shared by all "Catanese" people when Mount Etna wakes with outrage, spitting earth rumbling rockets of hot molten lava rock. Over decades and centuries it has erupted many times causing rivers of liquid lava to cover entire towns standing in it's path. It is a life that the "Catanese" people have grown accustomed to, yet are still devoted to their city that has given them such a rich history.
Catania's musical history is very significant having been the birthplace of opera composers, opera singers, contemporary composers and contemporary singers and artists. Their most famous is the composer Vincenzo Bellini (November 3, 1801 – September 23, 1835), a brilliant composer of opera who died at the very early age of 33. He is credited with contributing a wealth of operatic music in many of his famous works such as the "Norma", "I Puritani", and "La Sonnambula". Many years later, these operas are still symbols of passion and love from this beautiful Adriatic city. More recently in time, Catania is also the city where the famous tenor Giuseppe Di Stefano (July 24,1921 – March 3,2008) was born, musically schooled and raised before reaching international success. He will always be remembered and admired for his excellent diction, unique timbre, and passionate delivery, and particularly for his sweet soft tones. In his Metropolitan radio debut in Faust, he attacked the high C forte and then softened to a pianissimo. Sir Rudolf Bing said this was the most beautiful sound he had heard come out of a human throat during his years as General Manager of the Metropolitan Opera.
At the age of two Gianpaolo accompanied his parents as their family departed Catania to find their future in America like many immigrants dreaming of a prosperous life. The port in Naples was filled with Italians awaiting to board the famous ship "SS Leonardo da Vinci" bound for New York, USA.
Gianpaolo began music and performing at a very young age. In fact, his most significant performances were on that very ship the "SS Leonardo da Vinci" at the age of two. When Gianpaolo wandered away, his parents always worried how to find him on a ship of over one thousand people. His parents then began to understand that when he managed to slip away, they would just need to look for a large group of people gathered around in a circle, and for sure he was in the center performing or storytelling. Their entire twenty-one day voyage to USA left his parents amazed that their very young son did not dream of being on stage or always in the limelight, he was there naturally at an age where it was not possible to teach him such.
Years later, Gianpaolo followed his love and passion for music and the performing arts. At age 7 he began piano lessons, followed by the accordion and clarinet. By his early teenage years he was studying drums and percussion at The Hartford Conservatory of Music with Maestros who performed with The Hartford Symphony and well known dinner theatres in New England and New York City. By the time he was 16, his mother, a lover of opera, knew her son had a very unique vocal talent, and after convincing him that studying opera was a significant factor in vocal advancement, he agreed to study at "The Frank and Rina Caruso Vocal Studio of Bel Canto" in Connecticut. Although the Carusos trained Gianpaolo in the traditional Bel Canto opera method and techniques, his mind was always on pop music. His mother knew it would be very difficult to convince a teenager that opera was the "in" thing to do, but she persisted, and he always made her happy by continuing his operatic vocal studies.
He is very thankful for his fundamental vocal training from Frank and Rina Caruso. Although the Carusos have passed away, Gianpaolo reflects on the days of his class performances singing Italian Opera arias as they praised his perfect Italian diction on the very first try. In fact, it was a normal challenge that at every class, he sing every new aria the first time without reading any Italian words or notes in advance. He is forever grateful to his wonderful Italian mother and to the Carusos who gave him their support and encouragement for his strong foundation of opera music.
Today, Gianpaolo credits his new found matured voice to studying the opera method of "La Vecchia Scuola Di Musica di Bologna", the coveted style and technique of many opera greats. He is fortunate and honored to study in Europe with one of the very few remaining original students of the great DramaticTenor...Mario del Monaco ( July 27, 1915 - October 16, 1982). His Maestro is eighty years old and his mission is to teach Gianpaolo the rare opera techniques, which are not specifically favored in the new music schools of today. It is referred to as " La Scuola Antica" or "The Old School".
Since Gianpaolo was born just footsteps away from the Villa Bellini and the Teatro Massimo Bellini his passionate desire would be to return to his birthplace Catania one day and perform at the Teatro Massimo Bellini.
repertoire
Gianpaolo's repertoire is very vast in the Italian-American music category.
With his ability to perform wonderful Italian Classics of yesterday in a very traditional and operatic
style he also performs many Italian, Spanish, French and American hits with his unique crooning capabilities.
His perfect diction and vocal expression in Italian, Spanish, French and English has distinguished
this tenor to be an absolute delight. With romance and passion he interprets adult
contemporary songs in an elegant and sophisticated manner.
It will not be long before this tenor is discovered.
FEATURED PERFORMANCES & REVIEWS
CONNECTICUT APPEARANCE !
" Outstanding ! ! ! .... Incredible Performance "
Enfield Italian Festival Committee, Connecticut
Gianpaolo
RETURNS TO
MOUNT CARMEL ENFIELD ITALIAN FESTIVAL 2009 !
ENFIELD, CONNECTICUT
SATURDAY AUGUST 1, 2009 6:30 PM SHOW
MOUNT CARMEL ITALIAN SOCIETY
93 PARK AVENUE, ENFIELD, CONNECTICUT
Gianpaolo AND HIS ORCHESTRA ....Live !
WITH SPECIAL GUESTS....
"lA pICCOLA ORCHESTRA ITALIANA"
A TRADITIONAL "SMALL TOWN STYLE" ITALIAN SHOW DEDICATED TO
THE BEAUTIFUL ITALIAN SONGS OF YESTERDAY
"SONO MOLTO CONTENTO DI PRESENTARVI
LE BELLE CANZONI ITALIANE CON
"LA PICCOLA ORCHESTRA ITALIANA"
SALUTI.... GIAnPAOLO
DON'T MISS IT ! .....
SATURDAY AUGUST 1, 2009 6:30 PM SHOW
MOUNT CARMEL ITALIAN SOCIETY
93 PARK AVENUE, ENFIELD, CONNECTICUT
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go to ..... Enfield Italian Festival 2009
Gianpaolo .... Continues to Rise !
Saturday, October 11, 2008 by special request, Gianpaolo performed at Mohegan Sun Casino Event
Celebrity Chef Mary Ann Esposito and the PBS Italian Cooking Show "Ciao Italia"
Welcomed Gianpaolo Saturday Night to perform for 1200 at this Sold Out Event
Italian American comedian Pat Cooper, who worked with Gianpaolo in the 80's on Cruise Ships
again shared the evening together...Pat was also performing at Mohegan Sun (in his own show that evening),
made a guest appearance and opened the show with an Italian American Tribute to Italian Cooking
Over 20 years these two have not shared the same show....Saturday was a great feeling !
Giampaolo follows for a spectacular rendition of the Italian Classics.....and wows the audience......he was a hit to all !
"He is rising rapidly with no time to lose.....keep a sharp eye out on this performer" ...said one "Ciao Italia" fan who shared in the exciting applause.
Ciao to all !
Gianpaolo accepts VIP Guest Invitation
To Carnegie Hall Italian Show ROMA
On behalf of the COMITES New York / Connecticut through invitation from
The Consulate General of Italy in New York,
we are pleased to participate as VIP Guest to the show
ROMA on October 12, 2008 in Zankel Hall at Carnegie.
Gianpaolo DiGrazia will be
Representing COMITES New York / Connecticut
"Outstanding Performance. It surpassed our expectations".
Enfield Italian Festival Committee, Connecticut
Gianpaolo
is requested back at next year's Enfield Italian Festival August 2009
Enfield, Connecticut
for a
RETURN PERFORMANCE !
Thank You Enfield ! !
Enfield Italian Festival Connecticut
Tclick for info....>Enfield Italian Festival
GIAnPAOLO DIGRAZIA
Next Performance
Saturday September 6, 2008 3pm
"Taste of Italy"...Norwich Italian Festival
Presented by
Italian Heritage & Cultural Committee of Norwich, Connecticut
Howard T. Brown Memorial Park, Norwich Connecticut
Festival Hours - 10 AM - 9PM
An Italian American Festival Show to see......
"I am very excited to perform at the Italian Heritage & Cultural Committee...
"Taste of Italy" ...Norwich Italian Festival.
This will be my first performance in Norwich,
I am looking forward to singing my Italian Classics Show....
A combination of operatic and contemporary Italian-American Music
Please join me as we capture the moment of emotion and passion"
With Love .....Gianpaolo...
Thank You to all who enjoyed the Sold Out Show at
LA LUNA RISTORANTE
Branford, Connecticut
August 2, 2008
An evening of great
Italian Classics & Contemporary Italian-American Music
Special thanks to all who were present especially
The World Renowned
Metropolitan Opera Contralto Singer
who performed at the Met from 1962 to 1987 for an exceptionally long time
"Gianpaolo, you have a beautiful voice....."
Lili
"Thank You, Lili it was an honor to have you at my performance"
Love....Gianpaolo
Thank You Enfield ! !
Enfield Italian Festival in Connecticut
Friday August 1st
" YOU WERE INCREDIBLE"
Thank You for a warm welcome and a Standing Ovation...
I know many of you will return on Sunday August 3rd for a repeat performance.....
it will be great again.....
click for info....>Enfield Italian Festival
Sunday August 3rd at 7pm
PLEASE NOTE.....
Saturday August 2, 2008 show...
LA LUNA...SOLD OUT SHOW !
LA LUNA NOW SOLD OUT IN MAIN DINNER SHOW AREA
9PM SHOWTIME....
THANK YOU TO ALL !
Last Call !
Wow....
We are pleased to announce....
Saturday August 2, 2008 Show
La Luna Italian Night
is almost sold out...
few remaining seats still available for Dinner & Show
A great evening of
Italian Classics & Contemporary Italian-American Music
"This will be an evening of beautiful Italian-American Music"
Ciao.......
Gianpaolo
Special Thanks to all who attended the
July 25 Friday Night Performance at
The Southington Italian Festival in Connecticut
Thank you for your warm welcome and your sincere support
Your response was great and the unbelievable encore request screaming for "More, More, More" from all was astonishing to Gianpaolo's management and to festival officials....although time was very tight on the performance schedule, festival officials extended the audience a courtesy and allowed the encore performance.
We especially thank our devoted audience and a very professional festival staff.
The encore performance of "Volare" had the audience singing and clapping to the music with such enthusiasm....
"I Thank You From My Heart.....I Love You All ..."
Gianpaolo
GIANPAOLO DIGRAZIA
2010
MAY 15, 2010 - GREENWICH - PRIVATE ENGAGEMENT - CONNECTICUT
JUNE 12, 2010 - BRONX - PRIVATE ENGAGEMENT - NEW YORK
JULY 17, 2010 - SUFFIELD - PRIVATE ENGAGEMENT - CONNECTICUT
JULY 31, 2010 - ENFIELD- MOUNT CARMEL ITALIAN FESTIVAL - 7pm - CONNECTICUT
AUGUST 8, 2010 - WATERBURY - PONTELANDOLFO FESTA DI SAN DONATO - 4pm - CONNECTICUT
AUGUST 14, 2010 - NANTUCKET - PRIVATE ENGAGEMENT - MASSACHUSETTS
AUGUST 21, 2010 - NANTUCKET - PRIVATE ENGAGEMENT - MASSACHUSETTS
SEPTEMBER 11, 2010 - WEST HAVEN - WEST HAVEN ITALIAN FESTIVAL - TBD - CONNECTICUT
SEPTEMBER 19, 2010 - NEW YORK - PRIVATE ENGAGEMENT - NEW YORK
OCTOBER 17, 2010 - NEWPORT - PRIVATE ENGAGEMENT - RHODE ISLAND
OCTOBER 25, 2010 - CHESTNUT HILL / BOSTON - PRIVATE ENGAGEMENT - MASSACHUSETTS
NOVEMBER 27, 2010 - DELMAR - PRIVATE ENGAGEMENT - NEW JERSEY
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"What a performance....... you really brought us back to Italy....Fabulous!"
Special thanks to Nantucket Island's Premier Boutique Hotel
The Summer House, Sconset, Nantucket ..... September 20, 2008
It was an honor and a pleasure to introduce The Italian Classics of Yesterday !
from the guests.....
Thank you for a wonderful performance.....
'We love your Italian Interpretations...made us feel we were in Italy again" .....
A Special Happy Birthday to Pierce from Atlanta, Georgia..
what a wonderful large group of friends... Nancy & Steve... you're the best!
Hilton Head & Naples, Florida performances Coming Soon!
Thanks to All ! See you soon..... next season in Nantucket! Gianpaolo....
Thank You .....Nantucket.....For your warm welcome !...Ciao
Gianpaolo
Engagement contact
Personal Management
Lee Jones
Hollywood Enterprises
Entertainment Management
Email Contact hclct@aol.com
Contact Information 860 296 5466
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