Versatile and multi-talented… words which best describe James Dell’Orefice, pianist, conductor, composer, and producer. Jim brings to the table a plethora of impressive credentials.
Jim began his musical study at the age of six. As a graduate of the University of the Arts (BM) and Combs College of Music (MM), he went on to work with such luminaries as, Joan Rivers, Clark Terry, Lee Konitz, Lorna Luft, Little Anthony and the Imperials, Sammy Kay, Ray Eberle, Frankie Lester, Bob Hope and Petula Clark. For many years, Jim toured with Connie Stevens as her Pianist and Assistant Conductor. He has recorded with Bobby Rydell, Al Alberts and Drivetime, the smooth jazz ensemble. From Las Vegas, Broadway, Atlantic City, back to Philadelphia, and venues such as Carnegie Hall, Trop World, the Wilmington Opera House, the Philadelphia Academy of Music and the Kimmel Center, he has filled the roles of composer, conductor, director and performer.
Jim has expanded his experiences directing dance ensembles and writing commercial jingles for media events. Among the highlights of his career are command performances for Luciano Pavarotti and President Bill Clinton.
In between recording, producing, composing, teaching and conducting, Jim leads a choral program for Musicopia, a non-profit organization devoted to opening children’s minds and hearts to the world’s finest musicians and most enduring music via live performances in schools throughout Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley.
Jim is an active member of the Philadelphia Musicians Union.
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