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Accordion Kings & Queens Festival, Texas – USAby Harley Jones |
On Saturday June 1st at the 24th annual Accordion Kings & Queens Festival at Houston's Miller Outdoor Theatre the Finals were held for Texas Folklife's Big Squeeze Accordion Contest. The winner was Michael Ramos (pictured right) from Dallas. There were 3 other finalists: Tony Garcia of Mission, Yesenia Garcia of Houston, and Luis Gonzalez of Grand Prairie. Congratulations to the new Champ and to all the finalists. Michael Ramos won a prize package valued at more than $4,000, which includes a cash prize, a new Hohner accordion, performance opportunities, publicity, and professional development opportunities. |