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Spinella Conducts Sarasota Mandolin Orchestra in Concert in Punta Gorda
Trattoria Limoncello is pleased to present a performance of the Sarasota Mandolin Orchestra performing unique, classical and traditional pieces under the direction of Mr. Joseph Spinella, conductor and tenor.
PUNTA GORDA, FL, January 21, 2012 /AE PR News/ -- A rare musical concert of "A Night in Napoli with Mandolins" is sponsored by Trattoria Limoncello at its restaurant in Punta Gorda, FL. Joseph Spinella will sing and also conduct the Sarasota Mandolin Orchestra for a one-night only special performance on Monday, January 30, 2012.
The Sarasota Mandolin Orchestra consists of 14-members and plays music arranged for 1st and 2nd mandolin, mandola, mando-cello, guitar, bass dorma, percussion and voice. Led by Music Director Joseph Spinella, the SMO's repertoire focuses on the best in traditional mandolin orchestra music (waltzes, tangos, marches and polkas) plus light classical, modern, Italian and Latin numbers. The SMO regularly performs their traditional repertoire at music festivals, art galleries, country clubs, retirement halls and concert halls around Sarasota and occasionally outside the State of Florida.
Members of the SMO span various age groups, come from all walks of life and enjoy diverse occupations. Yet, they are bound together by a desire to promote the mandolin and to keep traditional music alive. The music is lyrical and entertaining; and everyone enjoys the familiar tremolo technique associated with the mandolin.
"Mandolin orchestras have been quite popular in Europe, especially Italy. So this program that we have planned for the audience is full of traditional pieces written specifically for plucked-instrument orchestras," explains Joseph Spinella, the conductor since 2010.
In addition to conducting, Mr. Spinella also performs a few songs, such as "Santa Lucia" and the perennial favorite, "O Sole Mio," as part of the show. Mr. Spinella is also a tenor and a graduate of the Manhattan School of Music in New York City. Discovered by Paul Nadler, one of the Metropolitan Opera conductors, Mr. Spinella was invited to work with Metropolitan Opera coaches in NYC. This began his regular sessions with Joan Dorneman, Luciano Pavarotti's vocal coach of thirty years. He has participated in Master Classes with Birgit Nielsen, Eleanor Steber, and Regina Resnik. His tenor voice quality was described by Princeton's weekly newspaper, Town Topics, as "a solid Metropolitan Opera level performer." Indeed, Mr. Spinella's coaching was so similar to Pavarotti's, that he is considered the world's premiere Pavarotti impersonator.
"It's a bit of multi-tasking," Spinella says, "but the mellifluous tones from the strings actually support and highlight the voice. Audiences seem to enjoy this interplay of singer, conductor and orchestra; so we make it fun. Our goal is to keep this tradition alive and introduce the mandolin orchestra to new generations of audiences."
Although stringed instruments go back to ancient times, the mandolin first appeared in Italy in the 17th and 18th century derived from modifications to the lute. The small size and portability made this an easy instrument for traveling musicians throughout Europe. The Neapolitan mandolin is easily recognized because of its almond-shaped and smoothly-rounded back, but mandolins come in a variety of styles.
Mandolin music almost went out of style in the late 1700's. Orchestras and composers preferred stringed instruments, like the violin and cello, which produced sustained musical notes. However, with the introduction of the tremolo style of playing and the transportability of the instrument, many musicians and local communities kept mandolin music popular.
In the 1960's, mandolins experienced a resurgence with the folk and traditional music. Today, the mandolin is a popular instrument for Celtic, bluegrass, jazz, and classical genres; and many recordings of mandolin virtuosos have been made in the last decade.
Trattoria Limoncello is family owned and operated. Both Gino and Gisella were born on the isle of Capri. They met in NY at Gino's pizzeria. They both have a passion for cooking and use their family recipes for most of their dishes. The signature dishes are made with a "Limoncello" sauce. The Limoncello liqueur is made in-house from a family-recipe from Capri. If there is some left over, customers get to enjoy a taste after dinner.
Gino and Gisella are helped in the running of the restaurant by their son Lorenzo and occasionally by their daughter Stefania with her husband Nathaniel. Another figure you cannot miss if you come at lunch-time, is Nonna.
Trattoria Limoncello is located at 10361 Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda, FL 33950.
Reservations are required as seating is limited (941) 639-6500. Two seating times available 5pm and 7:30 pm. Regular menu, no coupons. No cover charge, but gratuities appreciated for the performers.
Spinella Tenor of Illusions, is managed by Pava Nella Entertainment, whose mission is to deliver quality entertainment through music and magic to our customers and fans. For further information or to schedule events, please contact Penguin Entertainment-FL at (407)-539-1333. For additional information on upcoming tour dates and concerts, please join us on www.SpinellaTenorofIllusions.com
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