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Ronnie Zito

b. 1939

American jazz drummer

Jazz drummer
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Born 1939. Ronnie Zito is an American jazz drummer.

Ronald "Ronnie" Zito (born February 17, 1939) is an American jazz drummer.

Early life Zito was born in Utica, New York, into a musical family including his brother Torrie Zito. He began playing drums at the age of 10 and at age 14 took a year and a half of formal lessons.

Career Zito was the Bobby Darin's personal drummer for four years. He also played with Woody Herman, J.R. Monterose, Frank Rosolino, Peggy Lee, Cher, Roberta Flack, Eartha Kitt and Barry Manilow among countless others.

Collaborations

With Irene Cara Anyone Can See (Network, 1982)

With Cher Take Me Home (Casablanca Records, 1979)

With Bill Danoff Reincarnation (ABC, 1969)

With Bobby Darin Two of a Kind (Atco Records, 1961) Love Swings (Atco Records, 1961) Winners (Atco Records, 1964)

With Roberta Flack Feel Like Makin' Love (Atlantic Records, 1975)

With Jake Holmes How Much Time (Columbia Records, 1972)

With Phyllis Hyman Somewhere in My Lifetime (Arista, 1979)

With Morgana King New Beginnings (Paramount Records, 1973)

With Barry Manilow This One's for You (Arista Records, 1976) Even Now (Arista Records, 1978) Barry (Arista Records, 1980)

With Don McLean Playin' Favorites (United Artists Records, 1973)

With Helen Merrill Casa Forte (Trio, 1980)

With David Pomeranz New Blues (Decca Records, 1971)

With Libby Titus Libby Titus (Columbia, 1977)

With Frankie Valli Closeup (Private Stock Records, 1975)

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Important facts

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Jazz drummer
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Also known as
Ronald "Ronnie" Zito, Ronald Zito

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Ronnie Zito?

American jazz drummer

When was Ronnie Zito born?

Ronnie Zito was born on 17 February 1939 in Utica.

What is Ronnie Zito's occupation?

Ronnie Zito is a jazz drummer.

What nationality is Ronnie Zito?

Ronnie Zito is American.

Sources & further reading

Β· Wikipedia: Ronnie Zito

Β· Wikidata: Q110677041

Β· DBpedia: Ronnie Zito

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