About

Introductions

Founded in 2008, the NCJO Big Band performs jazz, blues, and swing standards with a twist of current sounds throughout the year. A staple of the Northport Village music scene, the group entertains audiences annually during the summer concert season in the park and on Main Street. They have also performed at local libraries, Heckscher Park, and other venues.

The musicians enjoy sharing their love of music with the community. We partner with the Northport Community Band (NCB59.org), the Northport Chorale (northportchoral.org) and other local musical organizations to expand the reach of music in our community.

Trombones

Alan Blair - Bass Trombone

Doug Van Wickler - Trombone

Chris Zatorski - Trombone

Ron Ianacone - Trombone

*(Alternates)

*Stacy Stollberger - Trombone

Woodwinds

Paul Moyer - Alto/Baritone Sax & Clarinet

Tim Gladding - Lead Alto Sax, Clarinet, Flute & Piccolo

Bob Tallman - Alto/Tenor Sax & Clarinet

Remy D'Esposito - Lead Tenor Sax, Flute & Keyboards

Rich Fornaro - Alto/Tenor Sax & Clarinet

*Zach Tallman - Alto/Tenor Sax & Clarinet

*Matt Tallman - Bari Sax

*(Alternates)

Honorary Members

John "Diz" Dzinanka - Lead Trumpet
Michael C. Kauffman - Lead Tenor Sax, Flute & Clarinet

Sal Piccolo - Trumpet

Steve Costenbader - Tenor Sax

Robert W. Krueger - Trumpet and Founding Director

Guest Vocalists

Miranda Schmitt

Maria Carfora

Allen Santoriello

Dana Warren

Tanya Vassallo

Rhythm Section

Anthony Pino - Drum Set/Percussion

Fred Novomestky - Electric/Stand-up Bass

Anthony Pomes - Guitar

Mike Hodson - Keyboards

Tom Zatorski - Keyboards

*Dennis Lippe - Guitar

*Lee Konitz - Bass

*Mike Roberts - Guitar

*Dana Warren - Keyboards

*Alternates

Trumpets

John Blosser - Trumpet/Flugel Horn

Bob Sagarino - Lead Trumpet/Flugel Horn

Gary Delorenzo - Trumpet/Flugel Horn

Paul Hess - Trumpet/Flugel Horn

*Barry Schwalb - Trumpet/Flugel Horn

*Phil Marsiano - Trumpet/Flugel Horn

*Charlie Sarling - Trumpet/Flugel Horn

*(Alternates)