Background
Salemi was born in Corleone in Sicily on September 15, 1902.
Salemi was born in Corleone in Sicily on September 15, 1902.
He came to the United States in 1914 with his father. As a trombonist, Salemi played with Frank Sinatra and Judy Garland, but is best known for his recording work with the Gene Kardos Orchestra from 1931. He also played with various other big bands.