Instruments:
Double Bass, Electric Bass

Education:
B.M. Ithaca College, M.S. and C.A.S. SUNY Cortland

Teachers:
Willard Mathers, Henry Neubert, James B. VanDemark, and Gary Karr

Cool Stuff:
Played with Werner Klemperer (Hogan’s Heroes) and Al Martino (Godfather). Has been Principal Doublebass in the Utica Symphony Orchestra since 1982.
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Always seen wearing one of his trademark hats, Joe’s bass-playing is the backbone of the SMBB. Along with Scott, they lay down a foundation that elevates the entire group to a level that establishes the SMBB at one of the premier musical ensembles in New York State.