Bassist

Principal Pops Conductor Steven Reineke and the debonair Tony DeSare bring the iconic music of Billy Joel to life in a power-packed performance of the singer’s chart-topping hits. From the smooth swing of “New York State of Mind” to the high-energy “Uptown Girl”, DeSare’s voice and keyboard skills capture the spirit of the iconic Piano Man. Get ready to sing and sway to Billy Joel favourites in this can’t-miss Pops Series opener.

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The Billy Joel Songbook

David Pecaut Square

Matinees are your chance to experience the music you love with the convenience of an earlier start time. Matinees are made possible by Rikki and Leonard Goldstein.

Matinee Series: Sinatra and Beyond with Tony DeSare

Purdue University Fort Wayne

Join Capathia Jenkins, Tony DeSare and conductor Steven Reineke  as they recreate some of the magic LIVE of Frank singing with Ella and several other of the great Ladies of American Song. Featured songs include: “This Could Be the Start of Something Big,” “Come Fly with Me,” “Hallelujah I Love Him So,” The Lady is a Tramp,” “A-Tisket, A-Tasket,” “New York, New York” and more!

Bassist

Dylan Shamat

Events

Past events

8 - 9 Oct, 2025

The Billy Joel Songbook · Toronto Symphony Orchestra

Mar 23, 2024

Matinee Series: Sinatra and Beyond with Tony DeSare · Fort Wayne Philharmonic

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