Anthony Joseph
Anthony Joseph leads The Anthony Joseph Swingtet which has become especially popular among jazz enthusiasts who appreciate the refreshing new energy that the group brings to various classic jazz standards and ballads that have stood the test of time.

The group provides the listener with a ‘swingin’ sound that is smooth, sweet, and in the groove. Usually performing as a small combo (trio, quartet or quintet), the group has been described as providing a ‘chamber music-like jazz setting, creating a pleasant atmosphere that is comfortable for the listener to enjoy the music. It is also quite obvious that the band genuinely enjoys performing and will naturally develop a friendly rapport with their audience. Whether it is for casual dining, jazz happy hour, or a private gathering, you will be pleased to have the Anthony Joseph ‘Swingtet’ as part of your entertainment package.

The Swingtet’s 2007 cd was recorded as a trio and received a 2008 SAMMY Award nomination. The complete program includes selections from the Great American Songbook that were made popular by some of the most famous jazz composers and performers including George Gershwin, Benny Goodman, Harold Arlen, Hoagy Carmichael, Duke Ellington, and Syracuse native Jimmy Van Heusen.

Performing in and around central New York, the Anthony Joseph Swingtet features as its primary members:

Anthony Joseph, clarinet & vocals (Oswego, NY)
Bill Palange, trombone (Oswego, NY)
Joe Ferlo, guitar (Rome, NY)
Mike Solazzo, acoustic bass (Syracuse, N.Y.)
Jimmy Johns, drums (Syracuse, NY)