John MacDonald was born in
Scotland. He started his career playing the drums, piano and piano
accordion, which later proved to be his favourite instrument and
by the age of fifteen his musical talents were being recognised
with many TV appearances. He later moved to New Zealand before
settling in Australia, where he is now one of Australia's best
known entertainers. John has performed in many countries and worked
extensively on Cruise Ships around the South Pacific and Far East.
This CD is one of twenty-seven recordings
that John has released worldwide.
John's speciality is Scottish music. I have
heard John playing live, and I can say that going to his concert
is real event, visual as well as musical. He wears traditional
Scottish clothing, changing clothes during the course of the
concert to suit the particular style he performs. This appearance,
both musical and visual is very entertaining, fun and interesting.
Musically, John is a very precise musician,
in terms of rhythm and touch. His rhythm and touch are crystal
clear. At times he plays technically demanding pieces with great
ease and at the same time makes his accordion sound very pleasant
for the listener.
A great buy for lovers of Scottish music!