Tony Corbiscello, 53, Bandleader
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Tony Corbiscello, a drummer who led a big band that opened for Frank Sinatra and performed at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, died Sunday at his home in Harrington Park, N.J. He was 53, and had been suffering from cancer.
In addition to opening for Frank Sinatra’s final world tour, in 1992, the band backed Bob Hope, Jerry Vale, Clark Terry, and Joni James.
As a drummer, Corbiscello was noted for being able to play like Buddy Rich and also like Gene Krupa. His versatility was what recommended him to Sinatra.
The 16-piece band released two albums of standards, “Full Swing” (1999) and “Real Time” (2004).
