Joseph Salemi

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Joseph "Pete" Salemi ( September 15, 1902- January 17, 2003 ) was an American jazz trombonist. Although born in Sicily, Salemi went to the United States in his teens. As a trombonist, Salemi played with Frank Sinatra and Judy Garland. Salemi usually played with the Gene Kardos Orchestra, but also played with other various big bands.

Salemi played at the inaugurations of both Presidents Harry Truman and Dwight Eisenhower.