- October 2008: Branchetti performed at a Private Function
at the Famous Williams Island Spa & Resort.
- January 20, 2008 at the Palladium Theater in Hollywood,
Florida - Branchetti performed at a benefit concert to assist
and aid a severely wounded hero of the Iraq war.
- November 2006: Larry Branchetti appears on Entertainment
Spotlight interview, on the Comcast Cable Station, with
Mr. Richard Leone. "Man with a great voice - that's
Branchetti!", stated Richard Leone.
- September 2005: Performed center stage at the Festa
Italiana in Syracuse.
- Mr. Branchetti was featured as a celebrity guest on
the Joe Mazza syndicated show out of Boston, Ma. that featured
his music and entertainment career.
- Mr. Branchetti was featured on Denny Farrell Big Band
Show from Chicago as a Celebrity guest for one week performing
Branchetti's style of music and voice.
- Branchetti is featured under the official web site of
the Supreme Lodge of the Son' of Italy out of Washington,
as an Italian/American Celebrity Singer/Entertainer.
- Mr. Branchetti was a featured artist on John Richetta's
radio show "TempoItaliano" out of Easton, Pennsylvania.
- He has also been featured on the PBS television program
Tellitalia on WLRN-17 in South Florida; and on WJNA Ft.
Lauderdale radio AM 1040.
- Mr. Branchetti has also opened for the famous Danny
C, of the Sha Na Na and the Platters and Drifters musical
singing groups.
- He has performed at the Las Vegas Hilton Hotel for the
MIKE DITKA AWARDS SHOW which honored Mr. Ditka for his contributions
to coaching and his Hall of Fame status in the NFL.
- Mr. Branchetti performed as the opening act in the Miami
Arena for the Professional Ice Hockey League.
- He also opened two shows for the world famous Louis
Prima Band, now starring Mr. Sam Butera and the Wildest
Orchestra.
- He has appeared on the nationally syndicated radio show
'Dick Robinson's American Standards by the Sea'. Mr. Branchetti
was also featured on the show as a selected special singer/entertainer
which aired nationally from coast to coast as well as internationally
through the technology of live streaming audio. This same
show included performances by Sinatra, Bennett, Steve Lawrence,
Mel Torme, Billy Eckstine, Matt Monro, Lena Horne, Jo Stanford,
and Sammy Davis Jr.
- Branchetti currently performs with the Sonny Mange 17
piece award winning orchestra that in the past performed
with such musical icons as Sinatra, Sammy Davis, and many
other greats. The new era of the swinging bands has a new
sound that begins with Branchetti's expressive style and
powerful voice.
- Branchetti was featured on the Denny Farrell Big Band
Show out of Chicago for 1 week as an up-coming Entertainer.
- Branchetti was once again on Syndicated Radio "American
Standards by the Sea" with Host Mr. Dick Robinson that
hosted such stars as Kelly Smith, Vic Damone, Frank Sinatra,
Dean Martin, Jimmy Roselli, Louis Prima, and many other
greats.
- Las Vegas Awards Show for Henry Mancini and Johnny Mercier
performed.
- Performed with American Red Cross to help donate blood
for the 911 cause.
- Performed with Sonny Mange Orchestra for 911 fundraiser
- Fire Station #13 in New York which lost 12 firefighters.
- Performed in Pittsburgh for the San Rocco Italian Festival
2 shows.
- Performed with the Sonny Mange Orchestra for fundraiser "America
supports Israel".
- Performed in Pittsburgh/Aliquippa San Rocco Festival
with a 17 piece jazz orchestra.
- Once again featured as a new talent along side all the
great performers on the Dick Robinson syndicated Radio Show "American
Standards by the Sea".
- Featured as New Talent/Singer on Radio talk show with
Chuck Zink WJNA AM 640.
- Performed for the family of Vic Damone twice private
party/ family wedding Sheraton Bal Harbour Hotel.
- European Radio Italia featured Singer for one day program.
- Rio de Janeiro: performed with the Ligia Drummond quartet/along
with the Tambi trio at Biblos Famous Nightclub in Impanema.
- Argentina Sheraton Hotel: performed for a private party
function.
- WNAV RADIO (Annapolis, MD.) The Bo Lewis Big Band Dance
Party Lawrence Branchetti is a featured singer every Sunday
night on the Bo Lewis Show.
Quotes from Famous Artists &
Newspapers
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Lawrence, great voice!!! I love to hear your
music! The Penthouse Radio show is now playing from
your "Swingin' Nice & Easy" CD “You Make Me Feel So
Young” and “You Will Be My Music” in our “hit”
rotation.
Best,
Bob Perry
The Penthouse
Radio show in New York
Big Sticks Radio Production,
N.Y.
Dick Cami former owner of
the Peppermint Clubs first Rock and Roll clubs in the
United States and ranked among top entertainment
promoters states singer Lawrence Branchetti:
"Danny De Vito, and Robert De Niro. are currently making
a movie featuring Dick Cami's life story -- Larry your
voice has that something special keep up the good work."
Cami's Seashells Dick Cami (former owner of the
Peppermint Clubs) is the current owner of Grumpy Dick's
Seafood Grill in Plantation, FL
Featured in Miami
New Times Best of 2011
December 22, 2011 review in the South Florida
Sun-Times
"Spotlight on Stage"
LAWRENCE BRANCHETTI KNOWN AS THE GOLDEN VOICE AND
LONG TIME RESIDENT OF MIAMI SHORES RECEIVES U.S.
COMMERCE AWARD FOR ENTERTAINMENT
Lawrence Branchetti, born and raised in Pittsburgh,
has taken on the responsibility to carry on the memory
of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin’s music. He has
appeared on local and international TV shows and has
been included as a regular with the Denny Farrell Big
Band Show from Chicago. Lawrence is an American
entertainer who also sings the classic songs of
Gershwin, Cole Porter, Henry Mancini Johnny Mercer and
many other composers.
When he performs, he transmits rich images of
harmony, great warmth and a constant rapport with his
audience, a gift capable of a truly great artist. He is
now heard on 87 radio stations throughout the United
States.
For many years Branchetti has given his time and
talent to support many fundraising events for various
charities. He is truly a great American who deserves
this prestigious award for his efforts in helping to
bring some happiness to those in need. For booking
information, contact Larry by email at:
lizprod@aol.com.
Quote by Editor Italian Journal Dr. Franco Pastore,
Italy
ENGLISH TRANSLATION
Personally,
the voice of Lawrence Branchetti has nothing inferior to
that of Sinatra or other important entertainers because
he can transmit rich images and sensations of warmth and
harmony under expressive and communicative skills that
only the greatest artists have been gifted with.
ITALIAN
Personalmente, trovo la
voce de Lawrence Branchetti unica, essa non ha nulla da
invidiare a quella di Sinatra o di altri grandi, pperche
riesce a trasmettere, immagini e sensazioni ricche de
calore e di armonia, in birtu de quella capacita
espressivo-comunicativa, che hanno solo i grandi
artisti.
COMPLETE ARTICLE
Lawrence Branchetti is an Italian-American artist, who sings
the classic songs by Gershwin, Cole Porter, Johnny Mercer and
Henry Mancini and many other great composers.
Personally,
the voice of Lawrence Branchetti has nothing inferior to
that of Sinatra or other important entertainers because he
can transmit rich images and sensations of warmth and
harmony under expressive and communicative skills that only
the greatest artists have been gifted with.
He has for many
years given his time and staff to supporting fundraising efforts
and has proven to be a person truly human, which is what it
takes to be an example for Italian / Americans who want to be
in tune with their proud tradition.
Branchetti was born and
raised in Pittsburgh, but his family came from
L'Aquila.
Mr. Branchetti belongs to ISD (Sons and Daughters
of Italians in America) and has taken the responsibility of
carrying the memory of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin's music.
A member of (NIAF) National Italian American Foundation and
Sons of Italy Order in Washington, Branchetti has appeared on
local and international television.
Branchetti has been included
as a regular in the Denny Farrell Big Band Show from Chicago.
You can connect through the link
www.dennyfarrell.com
while it is possible to request a song at
thevoicebank@prodigy.net.
Recently Lawrence Branchetti
was awarded the prestigious "2011 Award for Entertainment
and Production” from USCA. Lawrence Branchetti should be congratulated
by all
Andropos staff in the world and all our loyal readers.
Franco Pastore, Editor
For Lawrence Branchetti
Franco Pastor, "Andropos in the World"
states:
Amico mio, avete una voce splendida, complimenti!
Congratulazioni vivissime per il premio ricevuto, lo metterò
sul mio giornale de Roma/Napoli “Andropos in
the World”.
Saluti cordialissimi
Franco Pastore
TRANSLATION INTO ENGLISH FROM ITALIAN:
My friend, Lawrence you have a wonderful voice,
congratulations!br>Many congratulations for the award, I will put
it in my Rome/Naples Newspaper "Andropos in
the World".
Cordial greetings,
Pastor Franco
SPOTLIGHT ON ENTERTAINMENT
LAWRENCE BRANCHETTI / THE
GOLDEN VOICE
Page 2B South Florida Sun -Times/Thursday, Nov. 8,
2007
Article By: Eleanor Hannan
... Lawrence Branchetti an award-winning, singer, who
is recognized as one of the country's leading talented
performers around, will perform the standards of some of
the greatest artists such as Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin,
Michael Buble, Tony Bennett, Englebert Humperdink, Elvis
Presley, and many many more.
Jay Levine, Producer, Metal Case Productions, DSW
Entertainment, Los Angeles, CA - "Major Record Label"
- Lawrence, you really sound fantastic, it takes a lot of experience
to master this material clearly you are an expert in Sinatra's
Music.
Sandy Singer, Host of the Sinatra Show on WAPB states:
"Your CD's arrived yesterday -- I like what I hear--you
are extremely very talented, Lawrence--when the show starts
airing, I'll give you a big boost."
Take care,
Sandy Singer
The Sinatra Show, WAPB Radio, Primm Springs,
TN
8/20/2010
Bo Lewis, Radio Programer at Sajak Communications,
states:
"Thanks for your dedication and
artistry. You have a gift and thank God you're using it to make
folks happy."
Warm regards,
Your buddy on the
airwaves,
Bo Lewis, Baltimore, Md. Pat Sajak Radio Show
Mr. Dick Cami, heavy weight in the entertainment
world states:
"Branchetti has got what
it takes in personality, talent, and voice to make a success
in the Music Business."
Joe Mazza from Boston Ma. syndicated show states:
"Branchetti has a great voice and style to go with
it."
"Denny Farrell Big Band radio hall of fame inductee
out of Chicago states:
"Branchetti has
the voice and swing to be on my show, and I only play the great
entertainers, and Branchetti has that greatness."
Sam Butera states:
"Man, you've
got a great voice, just keep it kicking."
Vincent Falcone Pianist/Conductor for Frank Sinatra
states:
"Larry, you've got a great
voice. Frank would love you to keep his music alive, Great Job!"
Miami Herald News quotes:
"Branchetti's
voice has the same pause, the same snap and the same pizzazz
as Sinatra's."
Miami Herald News quotes:
"Branchetti
has blue eyes, a style and a voice almost identical to the one
and only Chairman of the Board, 'Frank Sinatra'."
Danny C "Sha Na Na" states:
"Man I have never heard Sinatra's music performed
like that before, you're great!"
Eleanolr Hannan (writes for South Florida Sun-Times)
Lifestyles states:
"When I hear you sing
at a performance, I close my eyes and I would swear it was Frank
Sinatra singing. You have a beautiful voice!"
Eric Dulle (French Pop Saxophonist), who has performed
with such greats as Celine Dion, Billy Joel, Elton John, and
Rod Stewart, and many other great artists, states:
"Lawrence, great job, and great voice be great to work
together in the future."
Diana Darrin Actress that has worked as a leading
lady in over 40 films with many of the great stars of the past
and present states:
"Larry your voice is
just wonderful ,you bring back the romance in a song."
Dick Cami (Former owner of the original Peppermint
Clubs, first rock and roll clubs in the United States, Danny
De Vito, and Robert De Niro. are currently making a movie featuring
Dick Cami's life story) states:
"Larry
your voice has that something special keep up the good work.
Dick Cami, President of the Movie and Film Industry
Unions in Canada most recently commented that after viewing
Branchetti in a performance stated:
"You
are a heavyweight champ in the entertainment/ singing field
all the others are just boxers."
State Senator John A. DeFrancisco of Syracuse N.Y.
states:
Mr. Branchetti I wanted to let you
know how much I enjoyed your performance at our Festa Italiana
in Syracuse. Your selections and vocal range were outstanding
and I know the audience thoroughly enjoyed your engaging style
of showmanship, there were so many good comments about your
performance, deservingly so. Hope to see you back in Syracuse
at next years Festa.
Jimmy Cavallo (HALL OF FAME) Sax Legend states:
"Branchetti you gave them a great performance and show."
Dominick Desiderio Sr. states:
I really
liked your web site and your voice. I am glad you are keeping Frank
Sinatra and other great singers music alive. I have the complete
collection of Sinatra's music. It will take someone like you
to bring his music and style to a new generation. Good luck
in all that you do.
Dom...
PS Having
lived and worked in the Pittsburgh area for 18 years I know
most of the little towns including the one you came from.
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can find Lawrence Branchetti on the "I
Am An Italian" Facebook page along with other
famous Italian singers such as Frankie Avalon, Tony Bennett, Andrea
Bocelli, Bobby Darin, Mario Lanza, Luciano Pavarotti and Frank Sinatra.
