Julie Anna Gulenko is praised for her graceful soprano voice and sensitive musical interpretations. The northeast Ohio native is an alumna of Oberlin Conservatory, where she studied with Marlene Rosen and performed in several Oberlin Opera Theater productions. The young artist has sung in master classes with Serbian mezzo-soprano Milena Citic and Venezuelan soprano Ines […]
Vanessa Racci is a jazz and cabaret singer of Italian American descent with a passion for retro jazz and music made famous by italian Americans. She has produced an album and currently performs several shows that celebrate American jazz composers, Italian American music and their contributions to jazz and pop in the US. She will […]
The Hip Replacements are comprised of seven veteran and talented musicians that have been playing around Columbus for many years. James ‘JT’ Toland fronts the band with his amazingly strong vocals. The horn section is Bob Larson on trumpet and Steve Powell on sax, both who have long played in the big bands around town, […]
Vanessa Racci is a jazz and cabaret singer of Italian American descent with a passion for retro jazz and music made famous by italian Americans. She has produced an album and currently performs several shows that celebrate American jazz composers, Italian American music and their contributions to jazz and pop in the US. Cory Pesaturo […]
Linda Dachtyl-Hammond Organ Linda is a Chicken Coup/Summit Records recording artist having released recordings nationally in the jazz organ genre, “Blue Bop” (2006), “For Hep Cats” (2008), A Late One” (2015) and “Waves of Change” (2024) in the progressive rock genre. Chicken Coup Records is owned by international B3 organist Tony Monaco. She is a Hammond Organ USA […]
Columbus, Ohio based High Energy Party Rock cover band playing songs from the 80’s and today. Radio City was formed to accomplish a single goal: To create the ultimate party band for music fans of all ages. Driven by a genuine love of music, and the desire to entertain, the band gives it their all […]
Common Thread consists of Kevin Plaugher, Hugh Price, Jim Stevenson and Tim Hofmeister. With a touch of CSNY, Jimmy Buffet and more, this all acoustic band will delight your afternoon festival experience.
The San Giovanni Dancers feature authentic dances from the regions of Italy. With colorful costumes and traditional Italian music they are a highlight of the festival. Accompanied by the Stromboleros Band they are a festival favorite that is sure to delight. Come dance with us, learn the tarantella and enjoy authentic Italian culture.
Four veteran blues-jazz musicians, Rick Collura (elec. guitar), Terry Finneran (keys, vocals, blues harp, flute), Andy Smith (or occasionally Randy Huff) on percussion and York Procter on bass form the core of the Blue Cats. This 4 piece combo unites to bring you energy intensive, yet volume controlled original arrangements of favorites from their musical […]
The annual cork off of this years Columbus Italian Festival begins with a procession of the 20 flags of the various Italian Regions by St. John The Baptist Catholic Church Parishioners. Join Pastor Vince Nguyen, Adam Montemarano, Executive Director of the Italian Festival and the Executive Board as we celebrate the opening of the Columbus […]
Authentic Italian dance music that celebrates the culture and many regions of Italia.
Whether it is the first time you heard your favorite song on the radio or that once in a lifetime concert experience, Long Play evokes those memories every time they take the stage. Relive the moments you can never forget as Long Play masterfully pays tribute to the most iconic classic rock bands: Queen, Boston, […]
Alla Boara celebrates the deep history of human music-making by cultivating fresh sounds from the ancient roots of regional Italian folk songs. Amanda Powell’s impassioned vocals burst with the drama and humor of Italian life propelled by drummer and ensemble founder Anthony Taddeo. The storytelling behind this daring ensemble is intoxicating and has the dazzling […]
The classic jazz sound of the Hammond organ B3 with guitar and drums will keep your afternoon swingin' Tom Carroll, guitars John Eshelman, organ Seth Rogers, drums
Authentic Italian dance music that celebrates the culture and many regions of Italia.
The Concert Band has been a tradition at the Italian Festival almost from the beginning. Originally directed by Lucian Tiberi, then by Gene D’Angelo the band is now under the direction of Rick Brunetto. Featuring some of Columbus’s finest musicians, this instrumental ensemble celebrates our rich cultural Italian heritage with Italian marches, Neapolitan favorites and […]
LA-based music artist Dante Brunetto takes listeners on a sonic journey of ups and downs, and highs and lows with his solo project, Tae & the Wave.
michéal CASTALDO Artist/Producer/Songwriter michéal CASTALDO is an award-winning singer/songwriter, producer, and entrepreneur from New York City. Music is a lifelong passion, and he loves performing his heart-warming Italian songs to adoring audiences.Michéal is a native of Calabria in the "tip of the toe" of Italy, is an accomplished pop-classical crossover singer of his native […]
As central Ohio’s foremost and finest big band the Rick Brunetto Big Band has been entertaining audiences for over 40 years. This 17-piece orchestra features the music of the 30’s and 40’s swing era on up through the present. On a typical evening you might hear Glenn Miller’s “In The Mood”, “Moonlight Serenade”, or swing […]
Catholic Mass Celebrated by Father Vince Ngywen in the big tent (Tradional Stage). Gina Bishop, Music Director Music provided by the Italian Concert Band directed by Rick Brunetto
DANTE BRUNETTO is an accomplished, experienced, and versatile Special Events Musician, singing and playing guitar for Southern California clients and their guests for over a decade now. Originally from Columbus, Ohio, Dante lived in Los Angeles for 12 years as a songwriter and performer for indie-rock band BRAVE NATIVE, and his solo project TAE & […]
The Concert Band has been a tradition at the Italian Festival almost from the beginning. Originally directed by Lucian Tiberi, then by Gene D’Angelo the band is now under the direction of Rick Brunetto. Featuring some of Columbus’s finest musicians, this instrumental ensemble celebrates our rich cultural Italian heritage with Italian marches, Neapolitan favorites and […]
With Marching Bands, Italian cars, Floats, local celebrities, the parade begins at 1:00 at Goodale Park, down Buttles across High St., down Warren to Fourth. The parade culminates at the festival big tent with the Marching Band Competition. Click here to learn more.
Authentic Italian dance music that celebrates the culture and many regions of Italia.
