Anthony Mandarano

Music has always been my passion, since I could remember. My family immigrated from the island Lipari, Italy. As a young child I recall my family always happily singing and rehearsing in the lounge room, and through this experience, it has given me the encouragement to be in the music scene just like my father (John Mandarano), a guitarist and a singer who had his very own band. I remember every Saturday night helping my father carry his instruments, and he would always allow me to get up and sing ocassionally at the musical functions. This was an amazing experience. I also would listen and observe my two Grandfathers playing the accordion in their own kitchens. This was also a wonderful memory, just simply serenading every Christmas, and the neighbours hearing us sing all of the Christmas carols that we would love to sing. I have always enjoyed writing and performing songs. Singing and recording is something now I would love to continue more in the near future.