Jack Volpe, singer

I love music. And I love to sing. Growing up, my siblings called me 'Larry Loudmouth' (as words and sounds seemed to flow endlessly) though my real name is John Volpe Rotondi. My parents encouraged us to sing and play instruments, perhaps a ploy to channel our energies and retain their sanity. Clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, guitar, drums, harmonica, banjo, keyboard. I had a knack for banging on the bottom of wastebaskets. Jazz and the Great American Songbook filled our home. My dad would belt out "On a Clear Day" or "Winchester Cathedral" every now and again...and he's still singing, a baritone in a top-notch church choir. And I've been singing ever since...boys' chorus, college choir, musicals, dinner theater, benefits, memorial services, cafes...all sorts of venues.

I was extremely fortunate to meet Brian Fitzpatrick. Not only is he a great guy and terrific pianist but together we've put in the effort and dedication to consistently improve our music as individuals and as a duo. He's taught me a lot about jazz and inspired me to learn more about its history, styles, performers, composers and lyricists. We share a passion for sharing our passion. Jazz.