The
UMKC Accordion Orchestra of Missouri - Kansas City is a very well
known accordion orchestra with world renowned reputation, under
the direction of Joan Cochran Sommers.
The first
thing I noticed and was impressed with was absolutely huge range
of repertoire, including Liszt, Debussy and Bartok to Gershwin
and H.Boll. The pieces were presented very professionally; you
can hear very detailed work. The performances were precise,
musical and spiritual. It is also very noticeable that they
are a well balanced orchestra - listening to them you have that
feeling on oneness.....
On occasions
I believe they could perhaps use a bigger tonal range which
would perhaps help to make a clearer difference between the
different styles. There is no doubt that they are a highly professional
accordion orchestra. This is an orchestra and recording which
is surely worthwhile listening to.
|