The Band

William A “Billy” Grodzki

On April 23, 2025 the band lost its dear friend and lead trumpet player. Billy was a guiding light and inspiration to all of us. Though we miss him greatly, his spirit lives on in our memories.

Ron Bonito

Trumpet and Band Leader

Vocalist

Kat Volikas

Trumpets

Patrick Casey
Milford
Kenton Clarke
Fairfield
John Pearson
Shelton

Trombones

Isaiah Cooper
New Haven
Bob Gennarini
Monroe
Glenn Reyer
Killingworth
Bill Sagalski
Seymour

Saxes

Ralph Annicelli
Ansonia
Bobby Butler
Trumbull
Fritz Hansen
Hamden
Jerry Hastava
Oxford
Rich Testani
Monroe

Rhythm

Tom Gentile
Shelton
Larry Langello
Cheshire
Tony Saccavino
Beacon Falls
Jack Varanelli
Waterbury