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Note de la rédaction : excellentes nouvelles, plus de concert en présentiel dans le monde entierby Christine Johnstone |
C'est formidable de pouvoir inclure des nouvelles cette semaine concernant beaucoup plus de concerts en présentiel à travers le monde. De nombreux pays ont maintenant assoupli les règles de Covid-19, afin que les accordéonistes puissent se divertir pendant leurs mois d'été. Ceci concerne les lieux intérieurs ou extérieurs, même si la distanciation physique et le port du masque peuvent toujours être requis. Nous sommes impatients d’être tenus au courant de ces événements en présentiel dans votre pays. Veuillez envoyer les détails à: cjmusic@outlook.co.nz Tout le meilleur. Musicalement de l'équipe d'Accordions Worldwide. |
Nouvelle sortie CD, "Double Mirror" de Friedrich Lips - Russie/Autricheby Harley Jones |
La nouvelle sortie CD, Catalogue CD030 "Double Mirror" composé par Efrem Podgaits, interprété par Friedrich Lips avec Alexander Buzlov (violoncelle) et l'Orchestre National Russe dirigé par Mikhail Pletnev était attendue depuis longtemps. Cet enregistrement live dans la salle de concert Tchaïkovski de Moscou le 4 octobre 2018, a reçu le 1er prix du concours international « Pure Sound » pour le meilleur enregistrement audio d'œuvres de musique académique russe en 2019. Ingénieur du son : Victor Osadchev. Liste des pistes ci-dessous. Extraits sonores, informations complémentaires et achat en ligne : Catalogue CD030 |
2ème Festival International d'Accordéon "Accordiomania 2021" - Bulgarieby Christine Johnstone |
Le deuxième Festival International "Accordiomania 2021", organisé par l'Association d'Art de l'Accordéon a commencé le 1er juillet et se poursuivra jusqu'au 4 juillet 2021 à la Salle de Concert, École Nationale des Arts « P. Pipkov » à Pleven, Bulgarie. L'événement vise à stimuler le développement des écoles nationales d'accordéon dans le pays, en créant des conditions d'expression, de promotion des réalisations de jeunes musiciens bulgares, et d'amélioration personnelle et professionnelle. Le festival comprendra les événements suivants : • Compétitions • Séminaire de Viktor Melnyk • Séminaire et masterclass avec Yuri Shishkin (photo de gauche) • Séminaire et masterclass avec Frédéric Deschamps (France) • Atelier avec Hristo Zlatkov et Stoyan Karaivanov. Un concert d'ouverture comprendra des performances de Luka Simic (Serbie), Yuri Shishkin (Russie) avec d'autres concerts de Stoyan Karaivanov (bandonéon) et de l'Ensemble Accordiomania. Un concert de gala final et l'annonce des lauréats auront lieu le 4 juillet. |
Martynas Levickis Concert avec le Mikroorkéstra, Vilnius - Lituanieby Christine Johnstone |
Martynas Levickis donnera un concert d'été avec le Mikroorkéstra, dans la Grande Cour de l'Université de Vilnius à Vilnius, en Lituanie, le 11 juillet 2021. Le concert aura lieu pour présenter le dernier album de Martynas "Vivaldi: The Four Seasons!" (couverture de l'album illustrée à gauche). Le Mikroorkéstra est un ensemble à cordes composé de jeunes musiciens lituaniens exceptionnels, créé par Martynas Levickis en 2015. Le groupe sera rejoint par le musicien belge Chris Ruebens (guitare) pour interpréter les quatre parties de "Seasons" en présentiel pour la première fois après une longue pause en raison des restrictions de Covid-19. |
350 accordéons donnés à A World of Accordions Museum - USAby Rita Davidson Barnea, Editor USA Accordion News |
A World of Accordions Museum vient de recevoir un don très généreux de 350 accordéons de la part d'Alain Papineau à Washington, DC, USA. Certains des membres du Conseil d'Administration d'Un Monde d'Accordéons se sont rendus à Washington DC pour aider à charger un camion de location (voir photo à gauche) que Kevin Friedrich et Tracey Gibbens ont ensuite conduit 24 heures pour livrer cette précieuse cargaison au musée. Des informations supplémentaires sur ce don passionnant seront disponibles dans nos futures nouvelles et publications de World of Accordions. Nous encourageons les partisans de l'accordéon à faire régulièrement des dons à cet excellent musée. Photo ci-dessous : Kevin Friedrich conduisant l'énorme collection d'accordéons au Wisconsin. |
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Video: Opening, 2021 Yangtai Mountain Cup & National Accordion Art Festival, Shenzhen - Chinaby Harley Jones |
Video: Opening Concert of the 2021 Yangtai Mountain Cup and National Accordion Art Festival for Primary and Middle School students, Shenzhen has been held in China from 16th - 17th January. President of the Juries Mr. Tong Jianhua reported that the overall improvement of the technical level of the contestants has exceeded the previous festival. There was a total of 2,392 contestants from 65 cities of 31 provinces and municipalities. Thank you to the sponsors who are: • Bureau of Education of Bao An District of Shenzhen • Shiyan Street Office of Bao An District of Shenzhen • Shenzhen Accordion Association, President Mr. Tong Jianhua • with Undertake Unity: Shenzhen Shi Yan Public School • with Direct Unity: China Musician Association Accordion Association, President Prof. Li Cong • and Supporting Unity: Confédération Internationale des Accordéonistes (CIA) |
2022 International Video Competition for Conductors, Win a Trip to NZby Harley Jones |
The entry closing date for the 2022 International Video Competition for Conductors performing music compositions by New Zealand composer Gary Daverne has been altered to: 01 June 2022 Video Competition for conductors of: orchestras, bands (brass, wind, accordion, etc.) or ensembles. 1st prize is a return trip air ticket to New Zealand to conduct at a suitable concert in 2023, in Auckland, New Zealand. Accommodation for 5 nights is included. This is a great opportunity for the winning conductor to visit New Zealand and even make a holiday after the performance/s. This competition is open to conductors of any age, gender and nationality. Download rules and regulations at: http://www.garydaverne.gen.nz/VideoDaverneCompetition.htm |
Herbert Pixner Project Entertains at Seebühne Nuremberg - Germanyby Christine Johnstone |
The Herbert Pixner Project (picture left) were happy to be able to perform live this week at the Seebühne Nuremberg in Nuremberg, Germany. See video above. Their repertoire included world music in the best sense: traditional, Alpine music paired with jazz, blues, flamenco and gipsy elements. The audience were in small boats on the lake in front of the stage! |
Ball, Hanlon, Schulz New CD: Land of If - Australiaby Heather Masefield |
Video: Ball Hanlon Schulz Showreel A new debut album entitled “Land of If” by Anthony Schulz (accordion), Eugene Ball (trumpet) and Ben Hanlon (double bass), was released at a launch party in Brunswick, Victoria, Australia on June 26th. The performance included guest vocalist Helen Svoboda. The Ball, Hanlon, Schulz trio “draw from their collective experience in classical, jazz and folk traditions to reveal something not quite any of the above, and hitting the mark as something entirely their own. The Land of If is a playful foray into intimate moments of our everyday life.” For details email: anthonyjschulz@gmail.com |
Jane Christison Entertains at “June Bug Ball” - USAby Harley Jones |
Jane Christison is happy to report that after over a year of no performances, things are finally starting to open up. Jane entertained at two preschools this week and a retirement community in St. Joseph, Missouri, which is about an hour north of Kansas City. Last week Jane performed at a children’s/family event. It was the June Bug Ball, and the dancers were “butterflies.” Jane Christison enjoys getting the children involved during her performances and the “butterflies” joined her on stage which really made it fun! |
Raymond Jones (1940-2021), Bradford – UKby Rob Howard |
Raymond Jones, from Bradford, West Yorkshire, was a lifelong accordion player and enthusiast, and held in high esteem by all who knew him, both personally and as a musician. He also played trombone in brass bands, most notably the famous Hammond Sauce Works Band, a championship section band with whom he competed at the Royal Albert Hall in London. An engineer by profession, playing the accordion was Ray’s first love. He competed often in regional and national accordion festivals, and was the runner-up to the All Britain Advanced Champion four times, and also competed in international competitions. He served for many years on the Board of Governors of the National Accordion Organisation of the United Kingdom, served as an adjudicator at the NAO UK Championships, and was the organizer of his local area NAO festival. Ray studied accordion with Ivor Beynon and achieved both the Performers’ Diploma LBCA and the Teachers Diploma ABCA, (TD) from the British College of Accordionists. He was a member of the Board of Examiners of the BCA, and served as an examiner in England, Scotland and Malta. As a performer Ray did several BBC radio broadcasts. He played as a soloist and with various ensembles. Ray was also a popular and patient teacher for many years, and in recent times became involved with the Bradford Accordion Band, the Craven Accordion Orchestra, and the Weaver Valley Accordion Band. Raymond Jones was pre-deceased by his wife Angela, and survived by his daughter Pamela. He passed away on June 29th at the age of 81. RIP. |
Stockport Accordion Club Resumes Live Meetings – UKby Rob Howard |
After months of operating weekly on Zoom every Wednesday evening, the Stockport Accordion Club are pleased to be able to return to the Woodley Methodist Church (picture left) in Stockport, England for band practices The club says “it feels good to be home” as “getting together live is infinitely better”. Attendees are still following Covid-19 regulations by sitting 2 meters apart and wearing masks at rehearsals. The group are now working towards their charity concert at the Broken Cross Club, Macclesfield, on September 26th, 2021 at 2pm. |
The Healing Power of Music to Build Self Confidence... – South Africaby Christine Johnstone |
The Kronendal Music Academy (KMA) of Hout Bay in Cape Town, South Africa run an after-school programme using the healing power of music to build self-confidence and the magic of music to develop skills which children need, to be successful. Their mission is to “provide a stable, safe and nurturing afternoon environment where the magic of music tuition develops children’s self-confidence, leading to enhanced cognitive, emotional and social skills and helping them grow into future-fit, resilient individuals whilst advancing and preserving South African musical culture.” Earlier this year, Weltmeister Akkordeon Manufaktur in Klingenthal, Germany, donated a brand new accordion to student, Athula Dakuse (picture above right), in recognition of his progress and determination over the last 5 years. The video above shows the accordion arriving for Athula. This year the KMA launched the “Shine Community Hub” (Safe, Healthy, Inspired, Nutured and Engaged). The SHINE trust focuses on “The Child in The Middle”, to assist in the development of local children and youth. For further information email: shinetrust@kmahoutbay.org |
Musikmesse Announces 2022 Date - Germanyby Harley Jones |
The next Musikmesse will take place from 29th April to 1st May, 2022 in Frankfurt, Germany. The Messe Frankfurt Group is the world’s largest trade fair, congress and event organiser with its own exhibition grounds. Musikmesse 2022 will focus on new themes that go far beyond the presentation of musical instruments and accessories. In this context, the Musikmesse Festival (28th April to 1st May) and the Musikmesse Plaza (30th April to 1st May) will also enter a new round. In 2022, Musikmesse will continue to give companies (large and small), the opportunity to present their products. One main focus for 2022 is the expansion of the product portfolio: In addition to musical instruments and sheet music, the fair will also give a platform to emerging market segments such as musical apps, smart and virtual instruments, AI-supported music production, digital label & artist solutions as well as the area of music education. On Friday, 29th April, Musikmesse will be held parallel to Prolight + Sound, the leading international trade fair for entertainment technology. Musikmesse Plaza is aimed towards an experience-oriented target group, ranging from ambitious musicians, collectors and instrument lovers to fans, newcomers and families. It opens as a complement to the Musikmesse on Saturday and Sunday. Exhibitors at Musikmesse Plaza have the opportunity to reach customers in a targeted manner and sell their products directly. The spectrum includes instruments to try out, sound carriers, merchandise, lifestyle articles and much more. Musikmesse Plaza will also feature an attractive entertainment programme with workshops, meet and greets, interactive music events and concerts. After a long freeze on events, the sector is hoping for an explosion in demand for concerts and events. Messe Frankfurt wants to pick up on this development and make up for the "small anniversary" with the 5th edition of the Musikmesse Festival. Further details on the concept of the four-day musical experience will follow shortly. |
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Vardos Trio Performs at “Christmas in July”– Australiaby Christine Johnstone |
The Vardos Trio, which includes accordionist Sophia Chapman, will entertain at the “Christmas in July” Hungarian Folk Music sing along evening held in the Croydon Main Street, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia on July 5th, 2021 from 6pm to 10pm. The live event is organised by the Gyöngyösbokréta Melbourne Folk Dance Group and Kisgyöngyös. For details email: vardos@hotmail.com |
Online: 17th Annual International Accordion Festival – Italyby Christine Johnstone |
The online 17th annual International Accordion Festival (Festival Internazionale della Fisarmonica) will be based in San Vincent la Costa, Calabria, Italy during July and August 2021. The festival will open on July 9th, with a final evening on August 7th, 2021. The competition will be held online during the first week of August, 2021. The competition jury includes Friedrich Lips (Russia - picture left), Frederic Deschamps (France), Danilo Di Paolonicola (Italy), Gianni Fassetta (Italy), Anibal Freire (Portugal), Marco Gemelli (Italy), Antonio Grosso (Italy), Francesco Perri (Italy), Adriano Ranieri (Italy). Carmine Sangineto (Italy), Giuseppe Scigliano (Italy) and Raimondas Sviackevicius (Lithuania). Guests include Fernando G. Mangifesta and Dragana Kuzmanovic (Serbia - picture top), founder and General Director of the Festival Internazionale di Fisarmonica e Musica da Camera Eufonija, dedicated to promoting talented young accordionists and developing contemporary music for accordion, which is held annually in Novi Sad in Serbia. For details email: ufficiostampa@festivaldellafisarmonica.it |
New Forest Folk Festival, England - UKby Christine Johnstone |
The New Forest Folk Festival will be held from July 7th to 11th, 2021 at Powells Farm in Plaitford, Romsey, Hampshire, England. Entertainers include “Granny’s Attic” (picture left) and Gerry Colvin Band (picture below). Due to Covid-19 restrictions a reduced number of tickets will be available this year. For details email: nick@newforestfolkfestival.co.uk |
Nick Ariondo Performs for Bastille Day, California - USAby Christine Johnstone |
Nick Ariondo will entertain at a Bastille Day event at Nicole's Market & Café in South Pasadena, California, USA on July 11th from 11.30am to 4pm. Nick enjoys performing a mix of classical, folk, jazz, blues, contemporary and world music. The event will include a special menu with no reservations possible. Entrance is free. For details phone: +1 626-403-5751 |
Live Concert: New CD Release “Accordion for Menotti” - Italyby Christine Johnstone |
A new CD “Accordion for Menotti” (Ars Spoletium Music and Publishing) will be released at a live concert at the Festival Pontino di Musica in Sermoneta, Latina, Italy on July 12th, 2021. Performers include Patrizia Angeloni, Stefano Di Loreto and Umberto Turchi. The CD includes works by Gian Carlo Menotti, Maximiliano Amici, Vito Palumbo and Paolo Rotili for concert accordion. |
Timbre Russian Accordion Group of Moscow “City Day” Concert – Russiaby Christine Johnstone |
The Timbre Russian Accordion Group of Moscow (picture below) will perform at “City Day” on July 31st, 2021. The concert will be part of the celebrations held in the City Park in Kashira, Moscow Region, Russia. The group consists of Pavel Zaitsev, Viacheslav Stoma, Aleksej Kochurov, Michail Dmitrokopulo and Viacheslav Kuzminskiy (Art Director of the group). Their repertoire includes works by Russian and foreign classical composers, folk songs from all over the world, Jazz and contemporary music. Pavel Zaitsev is also a partner of the pigini-excelsior.ru business importing Italian accordions to Russia. For details email: timbre1@yandex.ru |
Sharon Shannon at Cropredy Convention – Englandby Christine Johnstone |
Video: Sharon Shannon Live From Dolans in February 2021. Sharon Shannon (picture left) will perform at the 2021 Cropredy Convention, held in Cropredy, Oxfordshire, England from August 12th to 14th, 2021. The free, three-day open-air festival includes a variety of musical entertainment such as rock, pop and folk, headed by British folk-rock band Fairport Convention. See poster for details. |
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Young Accordionist Performs “La Volata” - Italyby Christine Johnstone |
This young accordionist from Italy performs “La Volata” by Davide Budelacci for your enjoyment. |
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Sites nouveaux et mis à jour : Martin Frey - Suisseby Harley Jones |
Martin Frey, Suisse, professeur de musique, a depuis près de 33 ans sa propre entreprise Akkordeon Generalvertretung Schweiz important des accordéons Pigini et Excelsior, duo, organisateur de concerts et ingénieur civil. Martin Frey est également partenaire de l'entreprise pigini-excelsior.ru qui importe des accordéons italiens en Russie. Photos et CV mis à jour sur place en anglais et allemand chez Martin Frey. |
Sites nouveaux et mis à jour : Dates NZAA 2022 annoncées - Nouvelle-Zélandeby Harley Jones |
Sites nouveaux et mis à jour : Association d'accordéon de Nouvelle-Zélande (NZAA) 2022 Dates annoncées pour les South Pacific Accordion Championships. 4 et 5 juin 2022, Lieu à confirmer, Auckland. Prospectus de la concurrence publié le 1er décembre 2021. La NZAA prévoit d'organiser un événement majeur avec des invités étrangers pour 2022 et de célébrer le 50e anniversaire de la NZAA (1 an plus tard en raison de Covid) en 2022. |
Updated Site: Accordion Russia Newsby Christine Johnstone |
The Accordion Russia News has been updated with important information on upcoming events. |
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