The Young Drummer
50's
50's
Playing an improvised drum solo with the Staten Island District Orchestra.
Staten Island Advance 1957
Staten Island Advance 1957
At age 12, playing timpani with the Staten Island District Orchestra on TV's "Wonderama."
Staten Island Advance
Staten Island Advance
Joe at 13 playing with his first rock 'n' roll band.
Left to right: Vinny Cicazzo, rhythm guitar; John Gulino, Fender bass; Joe Piazza, drums; Joe Cappello, tenor sax; Jerry Peretti, leader- guitar.
Left to right: Vinny Cicazzo, rhythm guitar; John Gulino, Fender bass; Joe Piazza, drums; Joe Cappello, tenor sax; Jerry Peretti, leader- guitar.