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ATG Syllabus Available for Purchase Now! - USA
Ksenija Sidorova Performs Piazzolla with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO) – Europe/USA
XII Moscow International Competition for Young Musicians "Magic Lyre", Moscow - Russia
Ville Hiltula Performs at 2021 Osaka Tango Festival - Japan
Accordion Christmas Gift Ideas for Friends and Family
Video: Volodymyr Runchak Compositions at the 2021 Coupe Mondiale - Germany
Free Postage, Super Value Christmas Gifts Books - France
Reports for Concerts, Masterclasses, Competitions, Festivals, etc. |
Rita Barnea Begins Her 14th Year as Accordion USA News Editor
Vincent Peirani / Émile Parisien "Abrazo" - Austria
Mary Tokarski New CD “Have Yourself a MARY Merry Christmas" – USA
Zoe Tiganouria Interviewed on La Famiglia Radio – Greece
Orchestra Popolare del Saltarello Release Debut Album – Italy
Video: Phileas Rogue Performing Star Trek The Original Series - Main Theme
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“Le Vent du Nord” Concert Tour - Canada
21st Accordionists Meeting - Argentina
Martynas Levickis Performs at Cologne Philharmonic - Germany
Accordion Orchestra March Church Concerts – Switzerland
Murray Grainger Matinee Concert - UK
Online: ATG Presents Joseph Natoli Workshop - USA
“Razam” Performs at Cargo Gallery, Prague – Czech Republic
"A Glorious Christmas Concert" Features Mario Tacca - USA
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New and Updated Sites |
Popular "Play Your Accordion Without Pain" eBook Now Available in Chinese Language
History of AAA Music Commissions by Prof. Robert McMahan - USA
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Tragic Covid Death of Kazys Stonkus - Lithuaniaby Harley Jones |
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| Further details coming shortly as the accordion world is shook by this strongest of men being taken from us by Covid. This is a tragic loss to the international accordion community where Kazys served on the CIA Music Committee for some 8 years and was a prominent international jury member and teacher of many fine students. Please send my very deepest condolences to his family, friends and the accordionists of your beautiful Lithuania. This is a very sad loss indeed for the accordion world. Below is the CV for your information: Kazys Stonkus – performer, professor in Kaunas "Vytautas Magnus" University Music Academy – the Head of the Accordion Department, President of Lithuanian National accordionist‘s union, member of CIA Music Commitee. Kazys Stonkus was President of the Lithuanian National Accordionist's Union and Vice-President of the CIA when they hosted a most successful 2018 Coupe Mondiale in Kaunas, Lithuania. In 1992 graduated the Lithuanian Music and Theatre Academy, 1992 – 1993 internship at the Music Academy in Paris, 1996-1997 internship at the Moscow Gnessin’s Institute. Kazys Stonkus – regular concert accordionist – a soloist and ensemble player. Concert tour runs through the whole world : Lithuania, Riga, Tallinn, Parnu, Beijing, Changsha, Izmir, Shanghai, Ankara, Madrid, Tianjin, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, Istanbul, Brussels, Kemer, Paris, Cannes, Ath, Toulouse, Moscow, Antalya, St. Petersburg, Kaliningrad, Berlin, Cologne, Warsaw, Rome, Naples. Kazys Stonkus wrote and recorded music for the film A.Griskeviciaus “Mikališkes Miracles” (demonstrated acceptance in New York, San Francisco, Tokyo, Berlin), music of V. Gerulaitis anniversary. Participated in concert tours with artists Asta Krikšciunaite, Virgilijus Noreika, Gintare Skeryte, Judita Leitaite, Rasa Rapalyte, Egidijus Sipavicius, M.K. Ciurlionis Quartet. The records of Vilnius, Kaunas, Klaipeda, Amsterdam, Moscow, Rome, Eindhoven, Paris, Warsaw, Riga, Beijing, Brussels studio. Recorded the music created by composers G. Puskunigis, B. Kutavicius, A. Martynaitis – a total of 65 performances. Inclusion in 14 CDs. Also recorded by Lithuanian composers – J. Tamulionis, F. Bajoras, O. Balakauskas, A. Kucinsko, O. Narbutaites, S. Dikciutes, A. Martynaicio, K. Stonkaus solo accordion pieces. Music television broadcasts of LTV, LNK, TV1, TV projects Jury member. Kazys Stonkus was involved in many national and international competition juries. |
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ATG Syllabus Available for Purchase Now! - USAby Rita Davidson Barnea, Editor USA Accordion News |
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 The ATG Syllabus Committee, chaired by Professor Joan Cochran Sommers (picture right), is pleased to announce that the 2021 Syllabus is now complete and ready for distribution! Please see the ATG website: for more information and to order your copy.The ATG Syllabus is an outline of both the Practical and Written requirements for completion of nine different levels related to the study of the accordion. This includes the requirements for solo performance, the building of technique in both hands, aural and sight-reading skills, as well as general musical knowledge. There are suggestions for accomplishing these requirements but there is room also for own choices to be made in the many selections of solos, exercises and studies. The works of many composers and arrangers from several different countries are included in these lists. The price is US$30 for ATG members and US$50 for non-members. |
Ksenija Sidorova Performs Piazzolla with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO) – Europe/USAby Kevin Friedrich |
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| During the February 3rd to 5th, 2022 concert series, renowned European based accordionist Ksenija Sidorova will perform Piazzola’s Aconcagua at the Atlanta Symphony Hall in Atlanta, Georgia, USA with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra as part of the Delta Classical series. Praised as “revelatory” (New York Times) with “breathtaking virtuosity” (The Observer), Ksenija Sidorova is a leading ambassador for the concert accordion. Ksenija Sidorova is passionate about showcasing the vast capabilities of the accordion. Her repertoire spans from Bach to Piazzolla, from Efrem Podgaits and Václav Trojan, to Erkki-Sven Tüür and George Bizet, as well as new accordion concertos composed especially for her, plus a multitude of chamber projects. Tickets are available on the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra website. |
XII Moscow International Competition for Young Musicians "Magic Lyre", Moscow - Russiaby Ivan Dyma, SaxAkkord Duo |
 The XII Moscow International Competition for Young Musicians "Magic Lyre" will be held in Moscow from February 14th to March 27th, 2022. The event will include an open show of solo and ensemble musical performances within the framework of the Moscow City Comprehensive Targeted Youth Education Program "The Children of Moscow Sing". There are accordion solo classes for all ages and the Ensembles category includes from 2 to 18 participants of all ages. The competition is a public platform where performing achievements are presented by pupils and the event creates a wide exchange of musical and pedagogical experience for the creative development of children, adolescents and youth. The competition encourages students and amateur musicians from different regions of Russia and abroad, aged from 7 to 21 years old in performing categories and from 7 to 28 years old in the "Composer's Creativity" categories. For details email: ml-winds@choirsofmoscow.ru |
Ville Hiltula Performs at 2021 Osaka Tango Festival - Japanby Christine Johnstone |
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 Finnish bandoneon player and tango musician Ville Hiltula (picture left) will perform with his quartet “Locura Tanguera” at the 2021 Osaka Tango Festival held in Osaka, Japan on December 11th, 2021.The quartet includes Ville Hiltula (bandoneon), Kazuhiro Takagi (violin), Tomomitsu Fumoto (piano) and Masashi Goto (contrabass). The event, organised by Osaka Tango will include a variety of performers and dancers. Ville Hiltula has developed an extensive international career over the years by performing all over the world, including Argentina, USA, Japan, South Korea, Russia, Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, France, Germany, Spain, England, Scotland, Ireland, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Estonia & Bulgaria. Further performances include: • December 4th: Performance with Yumi Kou (violin) & Asaka Yado (piano) at Mona Petro, Nagoya, Aichi. • December 5th: Performance at Swing Bird Cottage, Mie/Japan. • December 17th: Performance with Tdahito Yano (flute) and Emi Yano (piano) at Mint Kobe Sannomiya, Kobe. • December 24th: Performance with Tomomitsu Fumoto (piano) at a special Xmas dinner event at Chouette De Lapin, in Kobe. • December 26th: Performance with Asako Yado - Tango live at Classic Salon Amadeus, Kobe. For details email: villehiltula@gmail.com |
Accordion Christmas Gift Ideas for Friends and Familyby Harley Jones |
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 Christmas Gift ideas for friends and family at: 2021 Xmas Gift Ideas.These ideas have been compiled to hopefully attract your Xmas gift money to be spent with accordion artists, composers, arrangers and publishers. Please support accordion artistry and choose from over 2,400 eSheet pieces, 310 CD/DVD’s, 2,000 eTracks, 1,000 plus printed works and numerous books (text) to choose from. 2021 Xmas Gift Ideas |
Video: Volodymyr Runchak Compositions at the 2021 Coupe Mondiale - Germanyby Harley Jones |
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 Videos of all performances at the 2022 Coupe Mondiale are on the Coupe Mondiale website courtesy of the Confédération Internationale des Accordéonistes (CIA) Video Archive and Education Project sponsored by Scandalli Accordions and Accordions Worldwide.New compositions are a feature of the Coupe Mondiale and works by composer Volodymyr Runchak (Ukraine) were performed. Video 1: 2022 Coupe Mondiale category contestant Roman Puneiko (Ukraine) performs Volodymyr Runchak composition "Messa Da Requiem In 7 Movements For Accordion." This was for the 2nd round of the Coupe Mondiale competition. Video 2: 2022 Coupe Mondiale category contestant Alexey Murza (Ukraine) performs a program in Round I which includes a Runchak composition: Domenico Scarlatti Sonata G Dur K201 Drazan Kosoric Wasteland Volodymyr Runchak Devoted To Igor Stravinsky |
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Free Postage, Super Value Christmas Gifts Books - Franceby Harley Jones |
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 Free Postage Special: The Ins and Outs of the Accordion by Thierry Benetoux (catalog benetouxen00). A quality book about accordion repairs, tuning etc. that is very popular indeed. In English In French. Comprendre et Reparer Votre Accordeon (catalog benetouxfr00). Free Postage Special: Sounding Out The Accordion by Thierry Benetoux (catalog bthierryen). A very quality book that cares of the sounding and tuning up your accordion. In English. In French. L’Accordeon & SA Diversite Sonore (catalog bthierryfr). |
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Strumenti & Musica Festival, Spoleto - Italyby Christine Johnstone |
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 The Strumenti & Musica Festival was held in Spoleto, Italy from November 23rd to 28th, 2021, organised by the Italian Accordion Culture Cultural Association - Première Voting Member of the CIA, IMC, official NGO partner of UNESCO. Main organisers were Gianluca Bibiani, Mirco Patarini and Federica Celesti.The event included a variety of live concerts (all with free admission). Tuesday 23 November features “Duo Una Sinistra” Russian accordionists Alexander Selivanov & Yulia Amerikova from the prestigious Russian State Music Academy “Gnessin”. The Mayor of Spoleto, Andrea Sisti, attended this concert. Very complimentary was Candia Marcucci, Director General of the Consorzio Bonificazione Umbra, which has hosted the Festival for free since its inception: "We believed in this initiative from the very beginning. I must give credit to the organizers Gianluca Bibiani, Mirco Patarini and Federica Celesti for having made known the accordion (an instrument we were all little used to), to the general public and showing the highest levels". He continued, "and to see this full hall on a Tuesday evening, is certainly a good omen for the event and for the city" he concluded. Wednesday 24 November bandoneonist / guitarist Roman Gomez and the singer Andria Antoniou and Greek violinist Loulia Selalmazidi. Jazz accordionist Antonino De Luca with his project in solo Confini. Thursday 25 November Belgian duo Jef De Haes and Katrien Nauwelaerts, accordion and voice. Friday 26 November trio of Patrizia Angeloni (professor of the accordion chair at the Conservatory of Latina), Stefano Di Loreto and Umberto Turchi Tribute to Spoleto Maestro Giancarlo Menotti. Saturday 27 November accordionist Vince Abbracciante, a leading figure in Italian jazz. Sunday 28 November, featuring Italian New Talents. The young accordionists, Camilla Celletti, Pietro Caldarelli, Sofia Santorelli and Emanuele Viti who represented Italy at the 74th edition of the CIA Coupe Mondiale held in Munich in October 2021. The Italian Accordion Culture Cultural Association thanks the Comune di Spoleto, the Consorzio Bonificazione Umbra, the Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di Spoleto, la Fondazione Francesca, Valentina e Luigi Antonini, l’ACEP (Association of creativity and music producers), UNEMIA (Union of Publishers and Authors of Italian Music) and the Scandalli Accordion company. Full report at: Strumenti & Musica |
Rita Barnea Begins Her 14th Year as Accordion USA News Editorby Christine Johnstone |
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 From December 1st, 2021, Rita Barnea will begin her 14th year as Editor of the Accordion USA News and she is enjoying every second of it! Her goal is to “ensure that the Accordion USA News is eclectic, accurate, fun, exciting, educational, entertaining and relevant to all that happens in the accordion/musical world. I do not say “accordion world” because the accordion is part of the entire musical world and includes every type of music one might think of. And, as long as you are reading this, I want you to know that you are welcome to submit your ideas and comments to me at Ritabelll@aol.com or text/call me at 201-675-4861. I am always available and look forward to hearing from you.” Full report at: USA News |
Vincent Peirani / Émile Parisien "Abrazo" - Austriaby Dr Herbert Scheibenreif Manager of Friedrich Lips Productions |
 Two years ago they conjured up a sonorous “Belle époque”, now the celebrated duo Vincent Peirani (accordion) and Émile Parisien (saxophone) have returned to the Vienna Konzerthaus to give the audience a musical embrace. "Abrazo" is the name of the latest program by the two thoroughbred musicians who use soprano saxophone and accordion to create almost hypnotic soundscapes. The two in their mid-thirties are among the winners of the renowned French music award "Les Victoires du jazz" and are now probably one of the most extraordinary formations in European jazz. There are few musicians who know each other so well: The two have played more than 1,000 concerts together in the last ten years, over 600 of them as a duo. In “Abrazo” they now bow to a very special art form: Tango, its elegance, melancholy and rhythmic and melodic power. Like any form of popular music, jazz is the music of strong personalities. The international recognition of accordionist Vincent Peirani is based on this essential, fundamental quality. His musical charisma, his highly idiosyncratic imagination, the conception of his art - the result of a career without blinkers - touched everyone's mind very early on. After a brilliant study of classical music (with numerous international awards), his entry into the world of jazz proved to be an immediate success, culminating in 2014 and 2015 with victories at the Victoires du Jazz. Whatever style, Vincent Peirani turns everything he touches into gold: jazz of course (in addition to his own projects also in collaboration with Daniel Humair, Michel Portal, etc.), but also French chanson (Sanseverino, Les Yeux Noirs), film music (Composer for Mathieu Amalric's film Barbara in 2017), etc. And the audience follows him as he puts his audience at every performance in a position where the musically obvious (imaginative reruns of familiar themes) is balanced with the unexpected. He always remains familiar with the popular, which is what defines the high art of the great musicians. Peirani, who completely renewed the language of the accordion for ten years, is now an indispensable artist in the world of music. One of those whose cosmopolitan and uncomplicated musical vision, as well as his incredible sense of style crossings and timbres allow him to convey this rare and precious magic. Email: amelie@molpe-music.com |
Mary Tokarski New CD “Have Yourself a MARY Merry Christmas" – USAby Pamela Tom |
  Mary Tokarski has released a timeless solo accordion CD entitled “Have Yourself a MARY Merry Christmas” that brightens your holiday season and beyond. Her technique is flawless and textbook perfect and her interpretations and arrangements bring sparkle to classical and contemporary yuletide favorites.Mary is a renowned international solo concert accordionist. She is also a former U.S. national champion and two-time US delegate to the Coupe Mondiale (World Championship). She is past president of the American Accordionists' Association (AAA). The CD includes "March of the Toys", "Moon River", "On Thin Ice", “Shopping Center Suite" (by Gary Daverne), "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" and many others. For details email: mary.tokarski@comcast.net |
Zoe Tiganouria Interviewed on La Famiglia Radio – Greeceby Christine Johnstone |
  Accordionist Zoe Tiganouria (picture right) was interviewed on La Famiglia Radio in Peiraia, Greece on November 28th, 2021.Zoe answered questions regarding her love of music as a performer, music teacher and up-and-coming songwriter. She also performed on the show. |
Orchestra Popolare del Saltarello Release Debut Album – Italyby Christine Johnstone |
 The Orchestra Popolare del Saltarello (picture below) from Teramo, Italy, will release their debut Album entitled “Abruzzo” on December 6th, 2021.The Orchestra project was created by accordionist Danilo Di Paolonicola (picture left) through his love of the famous "Saltarello", giving it a completely modern and innovative look that allows the general public to know the music without ever losing sight of the traditional aspect. The group have a repertoire of popular songs from Abruzzo, ranging from Saltarelle, Spallate and Ballarelle performed by 10 musicians and an engaging corps de ballet. For details email: orchestrapopolaredelsaltarello@gmail.com |
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Video: Phileas Rogue Performing Star Trek The Original Series - Main Themeby Christine Johnstone |
| Video: Phileas Rogue arranged “Star Trek The Original Series - Main Theme” for accordion. Star Trek is an American science-fiction television series (first broadcast in 1966) created by Gene Roddenberry that follows the adventures of the starship USS Enterprise and its crew. The ship and crew are led by Captain James T. Kirk (William Shatner), First Officer and Science Officer Spock (Leonard Nimoy), and Chief Medical Officer Leonard H. "Bones" McCoy (DeForest Kelley). |
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Mànran Winter Tour 2021/2022 – Scotlandby Christine Johnstone |
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 Mànran, which includes accordionist Gary Innes (picture left), will begin their 2021/2022 Winter Tour of Scotland with a performance at The Lemon Tree in Aberdeen on December 3rd.Further concerts as follows: • December 28th, 2021: Mànran and Blazin Fiddles perform at Strathpeffer Pavilion in The Square. • December 29th, 2021: Mànran and Skerryvore at The Albert Halls in Stirling. This concert is sold out! • December 30th, 2021: Mànran perform in Killin. • December 31st: Mànran perform at the Oban Hogmanay Party with special guests, in Oban • January 1st, 2022: Mànran Perform in Skye, Portree For details email: info@manran.co.uk |
“Le Vent du Nord” Concert Tour - Canadaby Christine Johnstone |
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| Video: Le Vent du Nord and Cirque Alfonse performing “La Mère à l'Echafaud” “Le Vent du Nord” will begin their tour of Canada with a concert at the Church of Piopolis in Piopolis on December 4th, 2021. The group which includes accordionist Réjean Brunet, have performed more than 2,000 concerts on 4 continents, and released 10 albums. Further concerts as follows: • December 11th: Centre Le Camillois in Saint-camille • December 29th: Old Bell Tower in Magog • December 30th: Live and online concert “La Veillée de l'avant-Veille” (The vigil of the Day Before) in Montreal For details email: info@leventdunord.com |
21st Accordionists Meeting - Argentinaby Christine Johnstone |
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| Walter Gialdi is the guest performer at the 21st Accordionists Meeting due to be held on December 4th, 2021 at the “Teatro Marconi" (Marconi Theater) in Buenos Aires, Argentina. |
Martynas Levickis Performs at Cologne Philharmonic - Germanyby Christine Johnstone |
 Martynas Levickis (Lithuania) will perform a concert at the Cologne Philharmonic in Cologne, Germany on December 5th, 2021 at 8pm.The event is co-produced by KölnMusik (Cologne Philharmonie) and Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and funded by Classical Futures Europe and the Creative Europe programme of the European Union. Martynas will be accompanied by Benjamin Appl (Germany - baritone) and Iveta Apkalna (Latvia - organ). Their program will include works by Schubert, Gubaidulina, Kujala, Navickas and others. For details phone: 0221 280 280 |
Accordion Orchestra March Church Concerts – Switzerlandby Christine Johnstone |
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 The Accordion Orchestra March, conducted by Beatrice Oetiker, will perform two Church concerts in Switzerland on December 5th, 2021.The first will be held at the Musical Advent Service in the Church Altendorf at 9.30am. The second will be at an Advent Concert in the Church Buttikon in Bremgarten at 5pm. The orchestra has a varied repertoire, which allows them to adapt their schedule to the event. For details phone: 055 444 20 80 |
Murray Grainger Matinee Concert - UKby Christine Johnstone |
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| Accordionist Murray Grainger will give a matinee performance at Green Note in Camden, London, England on December 5th, 2021 from 2.30pm. Audience numbers are limited and masks must be worn. On December 21st, Murray will perform at The Gather Arts Centre in Ennerdale, Cumbria, England with poet Jessie Summerhayes. This concert will also be live streamed, so wherever you are in the world, you can experience this event. For details email: mail@mgrainger.co.uk |
Online: ATG Presents Joseph Natoli Workshop - USAby Rita Davidson Barnea, Editor USA Accordion News |
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| The Accordionists & Teachers Guild, International (ATG) will present an online workshop on “Using Accordion Registers Effectively” by Joseph Natoli (picture above) on December 8th, 2021. This workshop, which is part of the ATG Wednesday Workshop series, aims to get newbie and experienced accordionists alike to understand and have a greater appreciation for the right-hand and left-hand register switches on their instruments. These amazing color combinations can be used extremely effectively to truly “orchestrate” your compositions or arrangements. Some examples will be provided to provide motivation for further exploration and exploitation of these registers. So many people, especially newbies, think that the Master switch is the only color on the accordion. This workshop will give you a detailed explanation why and how to consider all the other register switches for maximum musical effect. The workshops are free for ATG members. For further information email: josephnatoli66@gmail.com |
“Razam” Performs at Cargo Gallery, Prague – Czech Republicby Christine Johnstone |
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 Five piece band “Razam” will perform at the Cargo Gallery in Prague, Czech Republic on December 15th, 2021 at 8pm.The group features accordionist Aliaksandr Yasinski, Ilia Chernoklinov (viola), Radek Doležal (drums), Michael Vašícek (guitar) and Iva Marešová (vocals). They perform a mix of original songs that are based primarily on the sound of the accordion and vocalist Iva Marešová. Their name “Razam” means "together" in Belarusian. For details email: info@cargogallery.eu |
"A Glorious Christmas Concert" Features Mario Tacca - USAby Christine Johnstone |
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| Accordionist Mario Tacca and Mary Mancini (vocals) will feature in “A Glorious Christmas Concert” at the Church of the Assumption in Peekskill, New York on December 17th, 2021. The event will include special guest Peter Blume (trumpet) and the Assumption Choir. All proceeds will go to the restoration of the church pipe organ. See poster for details. |
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Video: Accordion and Piano Duet - Russiaby Christine Johnstone |
| Young musicians Uliana Shamporova (piano) and Arseny Karpunskij (accordion) from Russia performing "Shutka" by Derbenko iat the VIII International Festival Competition of Keyboard Accordion Performers "Accordionissimo" held in Ufa, Russia from December 1st to 3rd, 2021. This year’s event is dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the Ufa College of Arts in Russia and will include the competition, concerts, master classes, scientific and practical conference, courses of professional development of teachers, excursions and round table. |
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Updated: Christmas Accordion Workshop at CNIMA - Franceby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
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 The CNIMA directed by Nathalie Boucheix will hold a Christmas Accordion Workshop from December 19th to 23rd, 2021.Jacques Mornet a (non) method book (picture right) jmornet01 The Christmas workshop is suitable for all ages, levels and styles: • For young players who love the friendly but studious atmosphere and are supervised, in total safety. • For passionate people who benefit from reciprocal emulation, fraternal atmosphere and plan to become professional. • For adults beginning with their instruments and willing to progress quickly on a good basis, with the benevolence of the team. • For confirmed accordionists or pros who will perfect themselves by relying on the educational system that has trained many great names of the current accordion, artists and teachers. • For accordionists preparing entrance exams to higher degrees or major international competitions Participants can work 1 or 2 pieces of their choice and style (variety, classical, musette, jazz, Balkan etc.) under the teaching of Jacques Mornet and Nathalie Boucheix, (professors of the CNIMA) or external teachers. The workshop will also cover holding the instrument, balance of the bellows, spinning of the sound, musical touches and musicality. See poster for details. |
Popular "Play Your Accordion Without Pain" eBook Now Available in Chinese Languageby Harley Jones |
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  Due to its popularity, the John Bonica eBook titled "Play Your Accordion Without Pain" has been translated into Chinese. A book exclusively for accordionists, written by an accordionist, about accordion related problems and injuries, based on 50 years of professional clinical experience. The definitive reference for players of all ages, teachers and professionals. This is an ebook so it will be sent to you by email as as Acrobat pdf and you will have it promptly, no waiting for post or courier. English catalog: bonica00 Chinese catalog: bonica-cn Information in Chinese: http://www.accordion-news.cn/mfa/eBooks/bonica/bonica3-cn.htm |
History of AAA Music Commissions by Prof. Robert McMahan - USAby Harley Jones |
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 Dr. Robert Young McMahan, Chair of the American Accordionists' Association (AAA) Composers’ Commission Committee (picture left) has written a number of very interesting articles on the contemporary concert works for accordion that have been commissioned by the AAA over the years.Robert McMahan is the recently retired Professor of Music at The College of New Jersey and was also the Area Coordinator of Musicianship and Composition, as well as artist-teacher of classical accordion. A full list of AAA Music Commissions is online at: http://www.ameraccord.com/aaacommissions.php A brief history of the AAA Composers’ Commissioning Committee has been revised and is online at: http://www.ameraccord.com/aaacommissions1.php Articles about individual AAA Music Commissions is going to be published over the coming months with the list of articles to be published at: http://ameraccord.com/aaacommissions2.php The first article titled: “The First [AAA] Commission: Prelude and Dance, by Paul Creston” is online at: http://ameraccord.com/commissions/creston.htm The AAA Composers’ Commissioning Committee welcomes donations from all those who love the classical accordion and wish to see its modern original concert repertoire continue to grow. The American Accordionists’ Association is a 501(c)(3) corporation. All contributions are tax deductible to the extent of the law. They can easily be made by visiting the AAA-Store at http://www.ameraccord.com/cart.aspx which allows you to both make your donation and receive your tax deductible receipt on the spot. For additional information, please contact Dr. McMahan at grillmyr@gmail.com |
Updated Site: Accordion Russia Newsby Christine Johnstone |
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| The Accordion Russia News has been updated with new additional articles. |
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