A Look at the Inaugural Italian American Karaoke Night at the Feast of San Gennaro

Sabino, Rosella, John and Pat

Trying something new, organizers hosted their first-ever live Italian American Podcast (IAP) Sunday evening at the Feast of San Gennaro in Little Italy, New York. Braving the unpleasant weather, a large crowd turned out to watch John, Rosella and Pat do their immensely popular show in person. In addition to their usual didactic cacophony, the IAP had several guests on the show, including Andrew and Ernest from world famous Ferrara Bakery and internet sensation Sabino Curcio from Growing Up Italian.

Pat pointing out local architecture

Andrew and Ernest discussing the storied history and future of Ferrara Bakery

The audience was captivated by the trio

After the show, revelers took to the stage and sang their hearts out at the inaugural Italian American Karaoke extravaganza. In addition to the many famous Italian American and Neapolitan standards (e.g. Tu Vuo' Fa' L'Americano), performers also did their best renditions of American pop songs, including Rapper's Delight by the Sugarhill Gang and She Works Hard for the Money by Donna Summer.

The podcast and karaoke were a welcome addition to the already stellar entertainment planned throughout the feast. It is great to see they're not resting on their laurels and willing to try something new. Evviva San Gennaro!

(L) We ran into our dear friend Fr. Leo on his way to St. Patrick's Old Cathedral for vespers. (R) Large crowds of partygoers enjoying the festivities

The Curcio family

Members of the Italian Apostolate of the Archdiocese
of Newark, New Jersey, and friends show their support

John served as MC for the evening

Melissa "worked hard for the money"

"Rappers Delight"

(L) "Tu Vuo' Fa' L'Americano" (R) Salvatore Vella sings "Ue guaglió"