Giana DiNatale, an electric and double bassist, graduated from New York University with a Master of Music degree, Focus in String Studies, studying Double Bass with Gregg August. At NYU, she was Principal Bassist of the NYU O1 Symphony Orchestra, and performed in orchestral and jazz ensembles. Originally from Connecticut, Giana graduated from the University of Connecticut in 2020 with a Bachelor of Arts in Music. At UConn, she was a Principal Bassist in the University Symphony Orchestra, as well as the UConn Jazz Ensemble. She has performed in master classes with Jeremy McCoy and Blake Hinson.
Most notably, Giana was a frequent substitute for Broadway’s The Phantom of the Opera, performed with Barry Manilow at Radio City Music Hall, is a member of the Fort Greene Orchestra, and was the principal bassist for The Sinfonietta’s performance of “Barbie The Movie: In Concert” and “Avatar, Live in Concert.” She enjoys playing in a variety of big bands and orchestras, spanning classical, Broadway, cabaret, and chamber music.
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