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Though his initial career was banking, as a gifted saxophonist/clarinetist, he decided to focus on music full-time and joined the renowned HARRY JAMES BAND when big bands were in full swing.

After three years with James, along with Harry's blessing, Longo formed his own orchestra.

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His first recording "Chain Reaction" propelled the driven leader and his all-star lineup into major clubs, ballrooms and concert halls around the country.

Pat's CD "Here's That Swing Thing" also features arrangements by some of the best, including Billy May, Sammy Nestico and Billy Byers. Sinatra Jr. is again the vocalist this time around.

Pat's latest recording "Extreme Heat" is a Latin/Jazz tour de force which was produced by the late Sid Bulkin... who was Vic Damone's drummer and close friend for over 20 years.

We have received fantastic reviews! That's how the "Extreme Heat" recording got off the ground."

The Longo Train has made many stops. He has performed at The Vintage Club, The Academy Awards Governors Ball, New Years Eve Gala at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion... along with famed conductor Zubin Mehta and the L.A. Philharmonic Orchestra, Caesar's Palace and The Golden Nugget. He continues to provide the music for all the Boy Scouts of America events as well.

Longo's music also takes to the friendly skies as a part of United Airlines in-flight programming, as well as being a prominent feature in the hit series "The Sopranos" with his rendition of Billy Joel's "Just The Way You Are".

The Pat Longo Hollywood Big Band TRULY swings and draws ten of thousands to dance floors across the country!