National Accordion Convention
Richardson Hotel - Richardson, Texas
March 13 - 15, 2008
Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
General Public invited to evening events (dances and/or concert) - $10.00 per person per event
- Dealer areas are always open to the general public
- Stop by registration desk for a free pass to the dealer areas
- Around-the-clock performances in the hotel lobby
2008 Theme:
It’s Party Time – Bring Your Accordion!
2008 Training Focus:
Knowing how to entertain with the accordion!
$150.00 Per Conventioneer
- Fun, Workshops, jam sessions, accordion band, swap shop*, Polka Party and Concert
- This is a "hands-on convention" so bring your accordion
- Special Rate - the entire convention for $150.00 PER PERSON. Special daily rates are available
Convention Events Open to the General Public
- General Public is invited to evening events (dances and concert)
- Adults are $10.00 per person per event
- Youth (under 21) are complementary
- Dealer areas* are always open to the general public
- Stop by registration desk for a free pass to the dealer areas
- Around-the-clock performances in the hotel lobby
For transportation to and from the airport, the most recommended service is Super Shuttle http://www.SuperShuttle.com or call 1-800-258-3826. The one-way price is $21 per person; however, sometimes multiple passengers get a better rate. The trip takes approximately 45 minutes
Register today:
On-line registration is available, or complete registration form and mail directly to Dallas.
Dealers Coming!
- Golden Age Accordions - Donated new accordion for the raffle
- Roland Accordion Company
- Accordion-O-Rama
- Ballarini / Petosa
- Mel Bay Publishing Company
- Kohl Music Company
- Accordion Embroidery by Carol Willenberg
- Accordion Stuff - Debra Peters
- MECA
Dealer and Swap Shop Location Information
For 2008, the dealers have the option of either using the 4th floor dealer rooms (converted sleeping rooms) or displaying in the ground floor break-out room (Longhorn I). As an experiment, table(s) will be assigned at the "Swap Shop" and will be located in Longhorn I. To assure that we have enough tables available, conventioneers interested in displaying accordions in this area should e-mail NatlAccordion@sbcglobal.net to state how many accordions will be coming. Bringing an accordion to sale is a commitment to help monitor the table(s). All who display accordions must be willing to share the time it takes to manage the tables. Our regular "Swap Shop Manager" expressed an interest in attending more of the convention activities in 2008; therefore, this task must be shared with more people. The National Accordion Association will NOT accept responsibilities for any Swap Shop activities.
Folk Dance Training Session - All day Thursday
International Folk Dance Organization, Dr. Daniel Kott, Director
www.mecatx.org
Dancing was so popular in 2007 we are expanding the dancing lessons in 2008! Check out our schedule and the MECA web site for the latest information and copies of the music
Please bring your Folk costumes to Thursday and Friday night activities.
Friday Polka Party, featuring:
- Brave Combo
- Fouth Generation Band
- Accordion All-Stars
- Langley's Dance Band
Saturday: Lively Accordion Concert with great variety!
The Musicians in the group include:
Janne Silfverberg, Gail Overly, Erica VandeVoort, Karen Fremar, Julie Silfverberg, Dee Siglar and Sarrah Cantrell
Tentative Convention Schedule
| Day | Date |
Day Activities |
Evening Events |
Wednesday |
March 12, 2008 |
Conventioneers arrival |
Informal gatherings, orchestra |
Thursday |
March 13, 2008 |
Convention opens at noon |
Folk music, sing-a-longs, etc |
Friday |
March 14, 2008 |
Workshops all day |
Polka Plus festival 7:00 - 11:00 |
Saturday |
March 15, 2008 |
Workshops all day |
Concert in ballroom 8:00 - 10:30 p.m. |
Sunday |
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