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Perito Nick And His OrchestraNick Perito Nick Perito American composer (1924–2005) Nicholas Perito (April 7, 1924 – August 4, 2005)[1][2] was an American Hollywood composer and arranger and, for 40 years, the closest collaborator of singer Perry Como.[3][4] Quick facts Background information, Born ... Nick Perito Nick Perito as the conductor for Perry Como's last performance, 1994. Background information Born Nicholas Perito (1924-04-07)April 7, 1924 Denver, Colorado Died August 4, 2005(2005-08-04) (aged 81) Hollywood, California Occupations composer arranger bandleader performer Instruments accordion piano Years active 1940s–2004 Close Life Early years Born in Denver, Perito's start in music was at an early age, when he received an accordion as a gift from his parents. Both his uncle and brother encouraged his learning by gifts of… (Source: Wikipedia)
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