NMAO presents its annual Holiday Benefit Concert: An Italian Christmas on Sunday, December 15, 2024 at the Hammer Theater in San Jose, CA. The concert will feature Italian tenor Pasquale Esposito accompanied by San Jose State University’s Orchestra conducted by Maestro Fred Cohen.  The evening will include a rich, festive holiday repertoire with both traditional and sacred Christmas Songs. Esposito will also entertain the audiences with stories about his Italian and American Christmas traditions. A portion of the profits will benefit NMAO’s student music program providing financial assistance to underserved students seeking music education and training.

NMAO and LAV Orchestra present “Celebrating Sophia Loren” at The Broad Stage in Santa Monica, CA on Friday, October 18, 2024. The multi-media production will pay homage to Italian actress Sophia Loren’s illustrious career and inspirational path to stardom. The concert features PBS Italian tenor Pasquale Esposito accompanied by the Los Angeles Virtuosi Orchestra conducted by Carlo Ponti. This cultural event will celebrate Sophia Loren’s 90th birthday with storytelling and songs that pay tribute to her rich Neapolitan Roots and talented career as one of the most beautiful and talented actresses of all time.

Italian tenor Pasquale Esposito returns to the majestic Guglielmo Winery in Morgan Hill for an evening of music under the stars. This is the 12th benefit concert supporting Notable Music and Arts Organization with a crowd pleasing showcase of Italian, American and Spanish standards coupled with some original compositions.  Pasquale will be accompanied by his international band, dancers and special guests.  Prior to the concert, enjoy an Italian buffet catered by Sapore Italiano of Burlingame.  Wine is not included in the ticket but may be purchased directly from the Winery. Celebrate Summer with Family and Friends and enjoy an evening of spectacular music paying homage the great Italian - American Icons: Sinatra, Bennett and Martin.s.  This event sells out so purchase your tickets now as your assigned seat assignment is based on the time of your purchase. Originally from Naples, Italy, Pasquale is an international recording and touring artist having released 4 PBS Specials and 13 albums.  He received his degree in music from San Jose State University in 2009 and had his successful opera debut at San Francisco Opera in 2015 in the world premier of Two Women. For more information about Pasquale Esposito, visit www.PasqualeEsposito.com