Nova Jazz


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Nova  Jazz  was founded in 1974 by Tony Rongo (piano and vibraphone) and Phil Armetta (guitar and bass), playing jazz clubs in the N.Y.C. area, often with extended instrumentation such as reeds, brass, and drums. Lauren performed with the group in the fall of 1978 and remained as an integral part of the group. Nova Jazz has performed for many influential people and organizations. They include former N.Y. Governor Hugh Carey, Stuart Mott, Exxon Corp., Hilton Hotels, etc. The group has also performed at Lincoln Center, Rockfeller Center, and many other cultural events in New York City with the Brooklyn Arts and Cultural Association.  In 1979, they won the Eubie Blake Award and recieved it from Eubie Blake himself.

Nova Jazz was a very popular performing group in Michigan. While based in Lansing they performed for former president Gerald Ford,  Gov. Blanchard, Gov. Milliken, Mayor Terry McKane, as well as many functions at MSU including the Jazz and Blues Festival.

May The Perpetual Light Shine Upon my husband Tony 'till we meet again.


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