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2019 Coupe Mondiale Anmelde-System geht live, Shenzhen - Chinaby Kevin Friedrich, CIA Ambassador |
Kimmo Mattila, Generalsekretär der CIA, gibt bekannt, dass das Online Anmeldesystgem für den Coupé Mondiale 2019 auf der Seite 2019CM-Regeln für das 72. Coupe Mondiale verfügbar ist CIA-Präsident Mirco Patarini lädt alle (41) CIA-Mitglieder und Delegierte zum 142. Internationalen Delegiertenkongress, der zum 2. Male in Shenzhen zusammenkommt, ein, sich zu registrieren,. Präsident Patarini bittet Konkurrenten aus allen Nationen, ihre Einsendungen einzureichen, und lobte das großzügige Sponsoring der chinesischen / shengischen Regierung, das die Gelegenheit bot, 50 Subventionen für Fluggäste sowie für freie Zimmer und Verpflegung zu vergeben. Subventionsanträge müssen bis zum 20. Mai 2019 eingegangen sein. Machen Sie also noch heute einen Antrag! Das 72. Coupe Mondiale findet vom 12. bis 17. August 2019 in Shenzhen, China, statt und von der Akkordeon Association of Chinese Musicians 'Association (CAA) veranstaltet. Präsident Li Cong und sein Organisationskomitee (Bild unten) begrüßen alle, um die berühmte chinesische Gastfreundschaft und wunderbare Musik im modernen Xixiang Music Valley in Shenzhen zu genießen. Das Festival wird Wettbewerbe wie folgt ausstellen: • 71. Coupe Mondiale • Masters Coupe Mondiale • Junior Coupe Mondiale • Internationaler Wettbewerb für virtuose Unterhaltungsmusik • Internationaler Wettbewerb für Virtuose Unterhaltungsmusik • Kammermusik - Klassik • Kammermusik - Weltmusik Einsendeschluss ist der 30. Juni 2019. Alle Informationen zu Eintritts- und Hotelinformationen sind online unter: Coupe Mondiale |
Marta Cubas Hondal Vorstellung im Parlament von Kantabrien – Spanienby Christine Johnstone |
Die Akkordeonistin Marta Cubas Hondal (Schülerin von Gorka Hermosa, Professor am Conservatorio Jesús de Monasterio) trat kürzlich bei einem Sonderkonzert im Parlament von Kantabrien auf. Zu den Zuschauern gehörten der Präsident der Region, der Bildungsberater, der Präsident des Parlaments und andere Behörden in Kantabrien. Martas Programm umfasste Kalina Krasnaya (Semionov), Anantango (Hermosa) und The Bee (Matsanov). |
XIII. Internationaler Akkordeonwettbewerb "Ascoltate 2019" - Litauenby Harley Jones |
Der XIII. Internationale Akkordeonwettbewerb "Ascoltate 2019" wird im litauischen Kaunas im Konzertsaal des Kaunas J.Gruodis Conservatory vom 5. bis 7. April 2019 abgehalten. Veranstalter sind: Litauens Nationaler Akkordeonistenverband, die Kaunas Akkordeon Gesellschaft und das Kaunas J.Gruodis Konservatorium. Die Wettbewerbskategorien stehen jungen Akkordeonisten unterschiedlichen Alters offen. Sie können als Solisten oder als Mitglieder eines Ensembles oder Orchesters teilnehmen. Laden Sie die Kategorie- und Beitragsinformationen in den Sprachen Englisch, Russisch und Litauen herunter: 2019AscoltateInfo.pdf Für weitere Informationen wenden Sie sich bitte an den Vizepräsidenten der Akkordeon-Gesellschaft von Kaunas, Mindaugas Labanauskas (Bild links): +370 676 29314 oder per E-Mail: mindaugas@akordeonas.lt Lesen Sie die Tagesberichte der "Ascoltate 2017", an der rund 400 Teilnehmer vor einer internationalen Jury an diesem sehr gut organisierten Event teilgenommen haben. Der vollständige Bericht einschließlich des Abschlusskonzerts mit Bildern und Videos ist online unter: 2017Ascoltate |
AAA William Schimmel Master Class & Konzertreihe, NY - USAby Rita Davidson Barnea |
Akkordeon-Seminare 2019 "Was bedeutet was?" Meisterkurs- und Konzertreihe der amerikanischen Akkordeonistenvereinigung (AAA) William Schimmel, Moderator und Kurator 27. und 28. Juli 2019 Veranstaltungsort: Das Tenri Cultural Institute 43A West 13th Street zwischen 5th und 6th Avenue Flyer 2019 in Kürze verfügbar. Preis: Dreitägige Sitzung, alle Meisterkurse, Workshops und Konzerte für 26-28 .. 150,00 $ Tägliche vollständige Sitzung, Meisterkurse, Workshops und Konzerte - 60 USD pro Tag Tägliche Meisterkurse und Workshops - 30 USD pro Tag Nur tägliche Konzerte - 35 USD pro Tag Kaufen Sie Ihre Tickets online unter: AAA Shopping Cart Bilder unten von 2018 Veranstaltung. |
Konzerttournee von Sergey Osokin - Österreichby Arseniy Strokovskiy |
Der Akkordeonist Sergey Osokin hat für seine bevorstehende Österreich-Tour im März dieses Jahres ein neues Programm mit neuen Arrangements von Kompositionen in seinem einzigartigen Stil vorbereitet. Tourenprogramm: 5. März 2019: Wiener Akkordeonfestival, 20:00 Uhr 6. März 2019: Neunkirchen, Konzert in der Musikschule, 19:30 Uhr 7. März 2019: Hochegg, Rehazentrum, 19:00 Uhr 8. März 2019: Lavamünd, Kulturhaus, 19:30 Uhr 10. März 2019: Graz, Harmonica Center, 19:30 Uhr 11. März 2019: Baumgartenberg, Baumann / Glas, 20:00 Uhr Komponisten: S. Gainsbourg, C. Thomain, H. Betti, J. Gart, V. Young, M. Ferrero, P. Whiteman, Mecano, R. Galliano, A.V. Damme, J. F. Baez, J. Richard, K. Weill, A. Astier und eigene Kompositionen von S. Osokin. Sergey Osokin ist der Gewinner von russischen und internationalen Wettbewerben, darunter die berühmten hochrangigen internationalen Wettbewerbe: Klingenthal (Deutschland, 2002), Arrasate-Mondragon (Spanien 2002), Castelfidardo (Italien, 2003), 'Trophée Mondial' (Bourboule, Frankreich, 2005) und Goldener Preis beim Festival 'April Spring' (Nordkorea, Pjöngjang, 2006). Er hat auch an internationalen Festivals in Russland, Weißrussland, der Ukraine, Deutschland, Österreich, Spanien, der Slowakei, Serbien, Litauen, Lettland, China, Nordkorea und den Vereinigten Staaten von Amerika teilgenommen. Außerdem wirkte Sergey in der Kinoproduktion "It's Simple" von Sonya Karpunina und in den Fernsehprojekten "Morning Star", "Dancing with the Stars" und "Main Stage", mit. Er hat 4 CDs herausgebracht und war Mitglied der Jury internationaler Wettbewerbe und Akkordeon-Tutor am Alfred Schnittke College of Music der Universität Moskau. Für weitere Informationen zur Tour senden Sie bitte ein Email an: herbert@accordion-cd.co.at Online verfügbare CDs: Katalog os601 Eternal Rückgabe von CD und eTracks Album Katalog os602 Il Cinema per Semper-CD und eTracks-Album Katalog os603 Il Dolce Dolore CD und eTracks Album Katalog os604 Space CD und eTracks Album |
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Video: Lets Go Performed by LiubAnya Duet, Moscow - Russiaby Christine Johnstone |
Lets Go by the LiubAnya Duet. Players are: Liubov Akhanova and Anna Zueva. Left is their nice accordion logo. Updated website: www.LiubAnya.com |
New Douglas Ward Compositions Now Online - UKby Anna Bodell of Charnwood Publications |
Two new works have been released by well known UK composer and performer Douglas Ward, published by Charnwood Publishing. DW950 Backstage Waltz This waltz is written in Eb major and starts with a four-bar introduction. This is followed by the next eight bars which take the treble melody through a tuneful dance, with phrasing, slight tempo changes, and dynamic variations. An eight-bar short middle section introduced both major and minor bass chords. This is followed by a reinstatement of the melody, which leads into a slightly unorthodox ending in that the waltz momentarily turns into a foxtrot in 4/4, before the final bar in 3/4. DW951 Conundrum This composition, in A minor, starts with a bold concert-like announcement as its introduction, but after four bars changes to an emotional motif for several bars. Suddenly a speedy, turbulent allegro con brio section takes over, with an abundance of off-beat accenting in both treble and basses, and dynamic markings. This is followed by a section that suddenly stumbles into an almost dream-like state of emotions and feelings, played rubato, followed by a treble cadenza, and a lead-up to a major key. It then recapitulates to the allegro con brio theme before aiming at the build-up towards the ending. This involves a four-bar bellows shake, followed by a 24-note rising chromatic run, with a surprise ending that is typical of an Argentinian tango. The composition requires accurate coordination of treble, basses and bellows, plus phrasing, dexterity and personal musical interpretation Douglas Ward is now listing over 80 compositions and arrangements of eSheet and printed music available from Charnwood Publishing Douglas Ward. Sample music pages online. Purchase with credit card online. |
Video: Daniel Soroka Performs "The Pink Panther" - Hungaryby Christine Johnstone |
The Pink Panther Theme Song composed by Henry Mancini became a hit with the release of the classic Pink Panther film in 1963. The role of an inept French police detective, Inspector Jacques Clouseau was orignated by and is most closely associated with actor Peter Sellers. Daniel Soroka (Hungary) Performs The Pink Panther Theme Song for his Best Accordion Covers youtube site. Video: Published on Feb 2, 2019 |
New Compositions by Franco Cambareri - Australiaby Harley Jones |
Three new compositions by Franco Cambareri of Australia have been released. cfranco238 - A Bumbling Bee cfranco239 - Spicy Salsa cfranco240 - Blu Dolphin Listen to the beautiful music sample sound file of Blu Dolphin: cfranco240s.mp3 View sample page online, pdf format music sent to purchaser by email. |
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Bayan and Accordion Music Festival - Russiaby Christine Johnstone |
The Bayan and Accordion Music Festival will be held from February 15th to 17th in St. Petersburg under the leadership of Honored Artist of Russia, Victor Dukaltetenko. The opening concert of the festival will be held in the White Hall of the Polytechnic University, with further concerts on February 16th and 17th being held in the Concert Hall "At the Finland Station". Guest performers include well known soloists and groups from different cities of Russia as follows: Nikolay Miroshnik, Lev Lavrov (Moscow), Yevgeniy Derbenko (Orel), Abuzar Faizullin (Kazan), St. Petersburg musicians. In addition soloists and accordion ensemble Äänekosken harmonikkakerho from Finland will also perform. The event will conclude with a gala concert which will include a performance by the St. Petersburg duet of accordionists and laureates of international competitions, Svetlana Stavitskaya and Vladimir Ushakov. (picture right) |
13th Annual Accordion Art Festival - Italyby Renzo Ruggieri |
The 13th Annual Accordion Art Festival will be held on June 15th and 16th in Roseto degli Abruzzi, TE, directed by Renzo Ruggieri in collaboration with the Comune di Roseto degli Abruzzi. The event will include the Italia Award international competition with competitors from all over the world. Competition categories include classical accordion, virtuoso and diatonic for a variety of age groups. Entries close on June 10th, 2019. For competition rules and entry form click here: 2019AAF_ItaliaAward_it.pdf For any further information email: info@accordionartfestival.com |
Jonathan Dove Accordion Concerto Premiere – Scotlandby Christine Johnstone |
Accordionist Owen Murray (pictured left) will perform the world premier of an accordion concerto entitled “Northern Lights” by Jonathan Dove on May 2nd (in Edinburgh), May 3rd (in Glasgow) and May 4th (in Aberdeen) with the Scottish Chamber Orchestra. Jonathan Dove (pictured right) is one of the UK's foremost composers and has written over 20 operatic works. His new Accordion Concerto promises to be a fitting tribute to Sir Peter Maxwell Davies, drawing influences from his love of Orkney. Sir Peter had been commissioned to write the concerto for Owen Murray, but sadly he passed away just as he was about to start work on it. Dove rose to the challenge and has now completed the work. Owen Murray, professor of accordion at the Royal Academy of Music has tried the work and is delighted with it. It is a fitting tribute to the accordion that the concerto will be premiered in three major Scottish cities. This premiere is down to the dogged determination of Owen Murray to keep the accordion present on its recently-gained position on the classical concert platform and to leave a legacy of good works for the next generations of players. |
2019 Macedonia Pearl Folk Seminar - Macedoniaby Christine Johnstone |
Registrations close on April 10th for the Macedonian Pearl Folk Seminar held at the Hotel Manastir in Berovo, Macedonia from July 25th to August 3rd. The event will include 10 days of folk music, brass bands, orchestral classes, dancing and popular local guests. Each evening there will be a “Live Music Party” with traditional Macedonian instruments. Founder and Director of this event is accordionist Goran Alachki, who has composed over 300 songs, dances and arrangements. He will hold seminars and workshops in Macedonian traditional music. For further details email: g_alacki@yahoo.com |
Tango Quartet Debut Concert – New Zealandby Christine Johnstone |
Auckland Tango quartet Milonga de Cuatro will perform their debut concert at The Pumphouse, Killarney Park in Takapuna, Auckland on February 24th. The quartet includes accordionist and teacher Lian Jones, Natalia Meyta (piano), Irina Lgotkina (violin) and Marija Dimitrijevic (double bass). Their program will consist of The Cuatro Estaciones Porteñas (The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires) which are a set of four tango compositions written by Ástor Piazzolla. Verano Porteño (Buenos Aires Summer) written in 1965, originally as incidental music for the play 'Melenita de Oro' by Alberto Rodríguez Muñoz; Invierno Porteño (Buenos Aires Winter) written in 1969; Primavera Porteña (Buenos Aires Spring) written in 1970, contains counterpoint; and Otoño Porteño (Buenos Aires Autumn) written in 1970. In addition the quartet will play a variety of other works such as Libertango, Oblivion and Ave Maria to name a few. |
57th Annual New England Music Festival - USAby Rita Davidson Barnea, Editor USA Accordion News |
The 57th Annual New England Music Festival will be held from April 5th to 7th at the Boston Marriott Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. The New England Music Festival is an annual musical competition sponsored by the Accordion Teachers Association of Massachusetts, Inc, (ATAM). The festival averages over 3,000 entries and 800 contestants from all across New England. This year the event will include a new category for adults. Download information at: 2019ATAM.pdf The festival competition includes accordion categories for solo, duet and groups. Contestants must be students of ATAM teachers. The three-day event will also include a “Battle of the Bands” competition, an awards banquet, workshops and concerts. All events are free and open to the public. For more information please call Peggy Falcetti-Chairperson: 1-413-2041 022 |
Northern Ireland Open International Accordion Championshipsby Christine Johnstone |
The Northern Ireland International Accordion Championships will be held on February 23rd at the Loughshore Hotel Carrickfergus, East Antrim, organised by Clyde Johnston (picture right). This year’s event has attracted competitors from England, Scotland, Germany and the Irish Republic as well as a strong local entry. The event caters for all types of accordion music, with classes for solo, duet, group, orchestral and marching bands for all ages and grades ranging in styles from classical and continental to traditional. The Royal Meath Accordion Orchestra (pictured) will compete in the Intermediate and Preparatory Orchestra Sections this year. There will also be a number of Trade Exhibitors which shall add greatly to the interest and atmosphere. Prior to the competitions, a free and easy concert will be held in the Glendun Suite on the Friday night (February 22nd) featuring accordionists Nigel Black, Jean Hanger, Jovan Rynjak, Gary Arnold, Alan Shute, Sean O'Neill & Anne-Marie Devine, Nigel Pasby & Helen Newton, Helen Rich, Malachy Cairns and Barry Smith. These exciting Accordion Championships promise to deliver an extravaganza of accordion music catering for all tastes and have been recognised by the National Accordion Organisation of the United Kingdom (NAO) as a qualifying heat for the UK Championships. The grand finale concert will feature a Massed Accordion Band with over 60 accordions on stage. A prize presentation will take place later in the evening with performances by accordionist Noelle McCarthy and prize winners from previous years. This will be followed by a Gala Dance in the Hotel with The Keith Dickson Scottish Ceilidh Group. Daytime admission is free. For further details email: clyde.johnston@hotmail.co.uk |
Accordionist at “2019 Live at St Winfrid’s Music in Grappenhall” Series - UKby Christine Johnstone |
Serbian born classical accordionist Miloš Milivojevic (who is a member of the Kosmos Trio) will perform with guitarist Craig Ogden at the annual series of live classical music performances at St Wilfrid’s Church, Grappenhall Village, Warrington, Cheshire on February 14th. Their program includes a solo accordion performance of “Five Views on Country Gulag” (Viktor Vlasov) plus duets Concerto in D (Vivaldi), Felix Tango, Jewel, Pirotango (Falloni) and Kontroverse (Truhlar). The church boasts a warm and very comfortable setting for the concerts, which have been ongoing for over twenty five years with the aim of encouraging young musicians. |
“Circolo Pivot" Concert – Italyby Christine Johnstone |
Accordionist Leonardo Di Gioia will perform with Enzo Bacco (saxophone) at the Circolo Culturale Pivot in Castellana Grotte, Italy on February 8th. Following his return from a tour of America, Leonardo recorded his album “Horizons” which includes original songs, improvisations, Mediterranean, South American, Argentine and Caribbean styles. Teaming up with Enzo on saxophone, they seek a balance between traditional ethnic and modern musical languages. Their Circolo Pivot concert will present tracks from this new “Horizons” album. |
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Updated Site: Franck Angelis Two New Works Published - Franceby Franck Angelis |
Very popular French composer Franck Angelis has published and made available for international sale two new works: ang568 - Spleen (Solo) View information and sample page ang569 - Fantaisie (Solo) View information and sample page The music is in pdf format sent to the client by email. |
New Poster: Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration 2019 - USAby Kathleen Falco |
New Poster online: Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration (LIAC) 2019, June 20-23, 2019. Further information will be online shortly. |
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CD Review: Hymn to Aphrodite CD by Friedrich Lipsby Joan C. Sommers |
CD Reviews Index for the Review of Hymn to Aphrodite CD by Friedrich Lips. Review by Joan Cochran Sommers. Recent years Lips CD's: CD028 Hymn to Aphrodite CD CD027 Fachwerk | Kapote CD CD026 Night Flowers CD CD025 Lips Concerto CD CD024 Under The Sign of Scorpio CD CD023 Cocktail "Rio Rita" CD & eTracks mp3 album CD022 Viva Voce CD & eTracks mp3 album CD021 ecLipse CD & eTracks mp3 album CD020 ¡Buenos Dias, Astor! CD & eTracks mp3 album |
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