Friends of Joe Romano gather for a memorial party this Sunday

sax imageFriends and musicians who wish to get together and share memories of Rochester jazz saxophonist Joe Romano, who died of cancer in late November, are invited to a memorial party taking place this Sunday, January 11th, at the Midvale Country Club (2387 Baird Rd, Penfield, NY 14526; 585-586-7100). The party will start 2:00 pm. There will be music from around 2:00 to 4:00 pm, as well as pictures, videos, recordings, food, a cash bar, and lots of musicians, family and friends. For additional details call the Midvale CC or Diane Armesto  (716-913-1463). Proper dress is required–no jeans & sneakers please.

Since it was posted the day after Joe Romano passed away, a number of jazz artists have added wonderful reminiscences about Joe in the comments to my post, Joe Romano is sitting in with the angels now… Rest in peace, Joe. I encourage you to click on this link and read them.

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    Mike Melito

    This was a beautiful event!! I was honored to be a part of it for sure. Great to see and hear all the wonderful musicians that played and all the great people who attended. What a wonderful tribute to a great musician!
    Mike Melito

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