Multilingual Italian & Latin band
Rob Severini Band
Sun, 18 Oct, 3:00 pm · Verrocchi Stage
Rob Severini settled in Australia in the late 1970s and began his career as a bassist and singer working Melbourne's club circuit. He was awarded the first diploma in double bass (A.Mus.A) issued in Victoria by the Victorian College of the Arts.
Multilingual, he sings in Italian, Spanish, French, Portuguese and English, leading the Life Band through Italian, Latin, Spanish and French repertoire for festivals, corporate events and private functions.
The group scales from duo and trio through to the eighteen-piece Victorian Show Band, and has backed guest artists including Al Martino, Normie Rowe, Ernie Sigley, Marina Prior and John Farnham at leading venues across Australia and Europe.
Appearing in
Women in Music - Gisella Cozzo
Sun, 18 Oct, 3:00 pm · Verrocchi Stage
FranGisella Cozzo is an acclaimed Australian-Italian singer, songwriter, and producer who has built a prolific career bridging Melbourne and Milan. Famously dubbed the "Queen of Jingles" (La Regina degli Spot) in Italy, her voice has defined some of the country's most memorable television commercial soundtracks since the 1990s.
Women in Music - Fabiola
Sun, 18 Oct, 3:30 pm · Verrocchi Stage
Fabiola's performance will take the audience on a vibrant musical journey through Italy's past and present. She will begin with a timeless classic transitoning into upbeat contemporary Italian pop, to lift the energy and get the crowd moving.
Women in Music - Alessia Licitra
Sun, 18 Oct, 4:00 pm · Verrocchi Stage
Alessia Licitra joins the Severini Band for Women in Music, celebrating the voices and songs that have shaped Italian popular music. Expect a vibrant live performance filled with melody, energy and unmistakable Italian spirit.
Women in Music - Rebecca Gulinello
Sun, 18 Oct, 4:30 pm · Verrocchi Stage
Opera singer Rebecca Gulinello joins the Severini Band for a powerful celebration of women in Italian music. Her expressive voice brings elegance and emotion to a selection inspired by Italy's rich musical tradition.