Tony Boffa

 Tony Boffa graduated from Cheverus High School in 1968. He somehow knew at age 15 that music would be his life. While learning the pop tunes of the times, he was also intrigued by the improvisational styles of the great be-bop players. Music in various styles was the only thing that motivated him. His natural urge to entertain led to the development of his unique musical personality. Under the tutelage of local educators Don Doane and Thomas Bucci, Tony graduated from Berklee College of Music in 1973. Tony earned his way through college, teaching privately, instructing at Bowdoin College,and playing extensively as a sideman in show and jazz bands. Frustrated with the leadership skills of many of his employers Tony began leading his own ensembles. Tony credits Don Doane, Tom Bucci, and Commercial band leaders Larry Bisso(Massachusetts) and Arnold Most (New Haven Connecticut) with helping him combine schooled musicianship with entertainment skills. This combination is what makes The Tony Boffa Band so consistent and successful.

         Tony's educational life is a tribute to once again Don Doane and Tom Bucci who gave their advice and knowledge unselfishly. Tony would also like to mention Bill Leavitt. Bill was the head of the guitar department at Berklee College of Music. These men gave so much to him for so little in return, he learned the magic of good teaching. In a world of lowering standards and tolerating instead of teaching he is trying to restore honesty and energy to teaching. Tony states, "All I have to do is be as good an influence to others as the great influences in my life were to me and I can't miss"!

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