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Biography
Inspired by the fire of legendary jazz greats, Vince Ercolamento brings saxophone playing to attention. To pursue his love for music, he graduated from college and immediately started touring with bands. Soon after Vince received an Endowment of the Arts Award which enabled him to study with renown saxophonist George Coleman. His career would eventually bring him to work with famous players as Jimmy McGriff, Cornell Dupree, and Bo Didley among others. From there he continued to play such venues as the Lionel Hampton Jazz Club in Paris, France with Lyle Lovett's vocalist Francine Reed and Texas Blues Guitarist, Sherman Robertson.
Vince has played on many national commercials, soundtracks and as a guest artist on other professional recordings. He also leads his own jazz quartet and is a performer and arranger for the Rochester based group "Prime Time Funk". Vince has recently released his debut recording, "Delightful Eyes". This compact disc is comprised of original compositions, features Harold Danko on Piano, David Young on Bass, Mark Manetta on Guitar, Steve Curry on Drums, and Mike Kaupa on Trumpet. These compositions have a distinct originality that shines through along with his soulful playing. Vince continues to thrive as a creative force in today's music.