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2022 National Accordion Convention - USA
Orchester Hohnerklang New Double CD – Germany
Christmas Fun For the Young in Dargaville - New Zealand
Opening Concert of the IX Regional Festival in Kurgan - Russia
Accordion Christmas Gift Ideas for Friends and Family
Viennese Accordion Ensemble Virtuoso Final Chord Before Lockdown - Austria
Online: ATG Presents Friedrich Lips Workshop - USA
Free Postage, Super Value Christmas Gifts Books - France
Reports for Concerts, Masterclasses, Competitions, Festivals, etc. |
The Accordion in the Media Spanning the Decades Part 1: The late 1920s to 1960
Milan Řehák Performed on CNN Prima News - Czech Republic
Online: 1st International Igor Zavadsky Accordion Competition & Festival - Ukraine
Accordion Studio Recital - Canada
Inês Vaz Releases Debut Solo Album – Portugal
Online: International Youth Music Competitions
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“Vardos Trio” Sandy Christmas Celebrations - Australia
Alex Meixner Entertains at 2021 “Carnival of Lights” – USA
Ambre Vuillermoz Performs at Sofia Gubaidulina Tribute - France
Akkordeon Orchester Recklinghausen e.V. “Winter Magic” Concerts – Germany
Dr William Schimmel January 2022 Performances – USA
Rik Cornelissen 2022 Workshops - Netherlands
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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 shocked by this strongest of men being taken from us by Covid on 10th December. 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. Stonkus has also been a member of juries of various international competitions. His students have won prizes in the most prestigious accordion competitions in the world. He was a visiting professor at universities in Switzerland and China. Thanks to K. Stonkus, the world's most important accordion competitions, the 64th Trophee Mondial 2014 and the 71st Coupe Mondiale 2018, were organised in Kaunas. 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 for the anniversary of V. Gerulaitis. Participated in concert tours with artists Asta Krikšciunaite, Virgilijus Noreika, Gintare Skeryte, Judita Leitaite, Rasa Rapalyte, Egidijus Sipavicius, M.K. Ciurlionis Quartet. Music television broadcasts of LTV, LNK, TV1, TV projects. He has made recordings in recording studios in Vilnius, Kaunas, Klaipeda, Amsterdam, Moscow, Rome, Eindhoven, Paris, Warsaw, Riga, Beijing and Brussels. Recorded the music 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. |
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2022 National Accordion Convention - USAby Rita Davidson Barnea, Editor USA Accordion News |
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| Planning for the 2022 National Accordion Convention is at full steam. We have already signed up a large list of presenters and performers, some of whom you may have seen in previous years, but some are also new to the convention. All are well seasoned accordionists and will conduct a large variety of interesting presentations and workshops. Save the dates: Wednesday March 16th to Saturday March 19th, 2022. Venue: Hilton Hotel, Richardson, Texas, USA (formerly a Hyatt facility) Bookings: Hotel registrations are now open at: http://www.accordions.com/naa/conv6Registration.html Convention registrations open in Mid December at: NAA There will be something for every accordion enthusiast: from playing in two orchestras, presentations, interactive sessions and play-along, accordion techniques, digital and acoustic accordions. Detailed workshop descriptions can be found here: http://accordions.com/naa/conv3Work.html Here is a glimpse of the evening activities: • Wednesday evening: Welcome reception. Meet and mingle with music. • Thursday evening: Music around the world. We will dedicate rooms to different cities like Paris, Rome, Munich, and others. Each will have a main presenter, but everybody is welcome to play for open mike! Stroll around with a beverage for an entertaining trip. • Friday evening: Dance Party - dance until your shoes fall off! We will have performers on stage entertaining you with Folk, Polka and Ballroom dance. • Saturday evening: Gala dinner with final concert. Covid-19 will most likely not be over, so we will follow all health guidelines of the State of Texas, the local authorities, and the Hotel to keep you safe. |
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Orchester Hohnerklang New Double CD – Germanyby Christine Johnstone |
 Video: Orchester Hohnerklang performing "Rocking Affair" from the concert series of the same name in October 2021.The Orchester Hohnerklang (picture below) have just released their double CD entitled "Best of Hohnerklang” with conductor Hans Günther Kölz. The CD celebrates 30 years with their conductor by including 30 of their best tracks on the CD’s, plus 2 brand new pieces. For details email: vorstand@hohnerklang.de |
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Christmas Fun For the Young in Dargaville - New Zealandby Kevin Friedrich |
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 Picture above left to right: Christine Johnstone, Kevin Friedrich, Santa, Ros Gilmour, Linda Emmet Litt, Frosty and Margaret Tier.Accordionist Kevin Friedrich and several of his fellow musicians and assistants took some Christmas Fun to his former school, the Dargaville Primary School in his home town of Dargaville, New Zealand. Performing to approximately 400 young children over a series of shows, the Christmas theme was a popular hit with the young students ranging in age from 5 – 10 years, nearing the end of their school year. Combining performance, education, movement, dance and student participation the cast of characters included popular guests Rudolf, Frosty and Santa. The students participated by singing, dancing, movement and assisting with percussion. Kevin was joined by Christine Johnstone (student conductor), Ros Gilmour (vocalist and Rudolf) and Linda Emmett Litt (Timpani and percussion. Interestingly, Linda is the daughter of Kevin’s original accordion teacher at the Dargaville Primary School, Doreen Emmett. Also assisting were Elizabeth Card (Frosty), Tony Cunningham (Santa) and Margaret Tier (Costumes). Kevin began his accordion lessons at this very school when the accordion was offered as part of the additional school curriculum offerings. Group lessons were offered at the Primary School and after one year, students who wished to continue transitioned to private lessons. In addition to the School concerts, Kevin along with his fellow musicians Linda Emmett Litt and Ros Gilmour will bring the Dargaville Museum to life as they perform among the displays during an open live music day on 11th December. The Dargaville Museum houses the magnificent ‘Accordion Gems, a Master Collection of Accordions through Time’ exhibition showcasing 140 instruments from the early 1830s to the present. The accordions are housed in the Music wing of the Museum which also houses extensive collections of Maritime articles and local and regional history pertaining to the early settlers. For more information please visit Accordion Gems |
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Opening Concert of the IX Regional Festival in Kurgan - Russiaby Arseniy Strokovskiy |
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| The opening concert of the IX Regional Festival "Students of the Gnessin Russian Academy of Music Playing" will be held in the Big Hall of the Kurgan Regional Philharmonic Society on December 16th, at 6pm. The artistic director of the festival is Pyotr Babin. Performers include Semion Shmelkov, Associate professor of the Gnessin Academy of Music., laureate of international competitions: "Citta di Castelfidardo" (Italy), "Arrasate Hiria" (Spain), "Vogtland Harmonica Days" (Germany), III Tianjin International Competition for Bayanists and Accordionists (China), "Accoholiday" (Ukraine), "Friedrich Lips Cup" (Chelyabinsk), V International Competition of Bayanists and Accordionists in Moscow, I International Competition "Petro-Pavlovsk Assemblies" (St. Petersburg), and winner of the Grand Prix "North Cup VI" (Cherepovets). The concert program will include the world premiere of Tatiana Sergeeva's Concerto for accordion and Russian folk orchestra, as well as works by J.S. Bach, W.A. Mozart, K. Sen-Saens, O. Chistokhina, N. Khondo and others. The Trans-Ural Orchestra of Russian Folk Instruments, artistic director Mikhail Rychkov, will take part in the concert, as well as Ruslan Kaneev, conductor, laureate of international competitions, artistic director and conductor of the Concert Russian Orchestra "Academy" of the Gnesins RAM, laureate of all-Russian and international competitions, and teacher at the Gnessin Russian Academy of Music. See poster for details. |
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 |
Viennese Accordion Ensemble Virtuoso Final Chord Before Lockdown - Austriaby Werner Weibert |
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| Literally at the last minute, the festival concert of the Viennese Accordion Ensemble took place in the Burg zu Perchtoldsdorf on November 21st, 2021. Just one day later (and like all other cultural events), the concert would have been postponed or cancelled again due to the current Covid-19 lockdown. However, the numerous visitors and fans of the WAKE were able to enjoy a musically multifaceted concert evening that was perfectly brought to the stage. Download a full review in English 2021wake-English.pdf and in German 2021wake-Deustch.pdf |
Online: ATG Presents Friedrich Lips Workshop - USAby Rob Howard |
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 The Accordionists & Teachers Guild, International (ATG) will present a special online workshop by Professor Friedrich Lips (Russia) on December 12th, 2021 at 2pm US Central Time.The workshop will discuss the role of the accordion in today’s general music culture. This event is open to all and free but you must register to attend. For details email: atg.accordioniststeachersguild@gmail.com |
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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Friedrich Lips Presented "Order of Honor" – Russiaby Dr Herbert Scheibenreif Manager of Friedrich Lips Productions |
 The Minister of Culture Olga Borisovna Lyubimova presented State awards at the Bolshoi Theater recently.For the third time, Friedrich Lips has received an important award by the Russian Ministry of Culture. After being honored in 1969 (1st prize at the Klingenthal competition) and 2001 (Order of Friendship), Lips now was presented the "Order of Honor", very special for an bayanist/accordionist. Lips speech: “Everyone said words of gratitude. After receiving the Order of Honor, I decided to say a few words. In short: “Over the years of my creative biography I have been at the reception of the Minister for the third time. The second was in 2001, when M.E. Shvydkoi presented the Order of Friendship, and for the first time was in the office of the Minister of Culture of the USSR with E.A. Furtseva in 1969, who invited us after winning an international competition in Klingenthal. Probably, some of the people in this room hadn’t been born then! (Reply of the Minister: I was not born then!). As a winner, I received a concert rate and the right to a solo concert. Then there were few contests. The laureate was a piece product. I had 50 concerts a year. There are many competitions and laureates now. The best young musicians should be touring. It is necessary to organize the work of Rosconcert on organizing tours of young musicians, to pay special attention to performers on the accordion, domra, and balalaika. We are talking about patriotism, and the instruments loved by the people are practically on the sidelines of musical culture. We performed not only in regional centers, but also in small towns. Today we have already lost the habit of solo concerts of musicians. It is necessary to restore the system of touring activities, as it was before. Not everything was bad during the Soviet period." The minister listened favorably and kindly. |
The Accordion in the Media Spanning the Decades Part 1: The late 1920s to 1960by Joan Grauman Morse, AAA Historian |
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 Preface by Joan Grauman (picture right).I have been a collector of “ephemera (written or printed items of short-term usefulness or popularity)” for several decades. Luckily, I focused this goofy obsession of mine on my other obsession: the accordion! I hope you enjoy this trip through memory lane with printed ads, stories and cards that celebrate, or ridicule, our beloved musical instrument. The Accordion in the Media Spanning the Decades Media1 : The late 1920s to 1960 Mass media was, and is today, a very important mirror of who we were and who we are as a society. While this form of communicating and promoting thoughts, facts, events and ideas has changed monumentally over the past 100 years, one thing has not changed: mass media clearly reflects our past and our present. Over the decades, the accordion in the media has been "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly…. and the Good again". Part 1 of this article will focus on "the Good"; Part 2: "the Bad, the Ugly … and the Good again." Benjamin Franklin, one of our US Founding Fathers, is credited with creating the first printed advertisements in a magazine, "General Magazine", in 1741. By the early 20th century, printed advertisements were in newspapers, periodicals and posters. These ads attracted people to what was being sold by featuring popular and attractive people, scenes and objects. Stories of the glamorous Vaudeville, Hollywood and radio celebrities were also featured in the magazines. Soon the beautiful and intriguing “new” musical instrument, the accordion, was in ads and stories everywhere. Read the full article with all the historic pictures at: Media1 by Joan Grauman, AAA Historian |
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Milan Řehák Performed on CNN Prima News - Czech Republicby Christine Johnstone |
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 Video: Promotion video of Milan Rehák playing “Flick Flack” (A. Vossen).Milan Rehák performed with Marketa Fassati (soprano) on CNN Prima News in the Czech Republic on the Novy Den show on December 2nd, 2021. The show was aired to commemorate the death of Karel Hashler, a Czech songwriter, actor, lyricist, film and theatre director, composer, writer, dramatist, screenwriter and cabaretier who died in December 1941. Milan will celebrate his music again on December 16th from 6pm in the Ceremony Hall of the Prague 5. For details email: milanrehakmusic@gmail.com |
Online: 1st International Igor Zavadsky Accordion Competition & Festival - Ukraineby Christine Johnstone |
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| The 1st International Igor Zavadsky Accordion Competition & Festival will begin with an online qualifying round from December 1st 2021 to November 1st, 2022. This will be followed by 3 live rounds held in Kiev from May 23rd to 28th, 2023. The competition is for soloists (acoustic accordions) with no age limit. Entry is free of charge. The online qualifying jury of 43 members from 27 countries includes Igor Zavadsky, Boris Mironchuk, Yaroslav Oleksiv, Roman Molochenko, Ivan Zavadskyi, Bohdan Vyhovskyi, Kateryna Pylypenko, Ulrike Werner - violin (Ukraine); Igor Barboi (Czech Republic); Tatjana Marx (Australia); Victor Makarov - piano (Belgium); Nikolay Bine, Michael Bridge (Canada); Renzo Ruggieri, Francesca Pigini (Italy); Alexander Sklyarov, Aydar Salakhov, Pavel Ukhanov, Vladimir Butusov, Victor Barinov, Anna Kolovski (Russia); Franck Vilain (France); Sergei Teleshev, Stas Venglevski (USA); Galymzhan Narymbetov (Kazakhstan); Shkumbin Miftari (Kosovo); Marsel Numanaj (Albania); Angel Marinov (Bulgaria); Sergio Zampolli (South Africa); Nguyen Tai Hung (Vietnam); Zoran Rakitch (Bosnia and Herzegovina); Gary Blair (Scotland); Petar Marich, Stefan Nicolich (Serbia); Egle Bartkeviciute (Lithuania); Daniel Sabotinov (Cyprus); Aleksandar Kolovski (Macedonia); Jozsef Balogh (Hungary); Ignacio Hernandez (Chile); Bo Kronlund (Sweden); Joao Barradas (Portugal), Coba As Coba (Japan), Olga Mykytenko - vocal (Germany). Further competition details are available on Social media. |
Accordion Studio Recital - Canadaby Rob Howard |
 The Accordion Studio recital was held at the Phillip T. Young Recital Hall at the School of Music, University of Victoria, BC, Canada on November 28th, 2021. Performers featured Naomi Harris, David Hamann and Nikolay Bine, all students of Jelena Milojevic. |
Inês Vaz Releases Debut Solo Album – Portugalby Christine Johnstone |
 Video: Inês Vaz performing Sonata "Pathetic" OP.13 I. Grave. Allegro di molto e con brio (Ludwig Van Beethoven).Portuguese accordionist Inês Vaz has just released her first classical music album entitled “Timeless Suite” with Sony Music and support from the Portuguese Society of Authors and Antena 2. The album includes works from Bach, to Camille Saint-Saens, to Beethoven. Tracklist: 1. Timeless 2. Prelude Nº3 in C# Major BWV848 3. Prelude Nº15 in G Major BWV884 4. Prelude Nº6 in D minor BWV875 5. Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso 6. Sonata in B Minor K87, L33 7. Sonata "Pathetic" Op.13 I. Grave. Allegro di molto e con brio 8. Étude sur le Chiquilin de Bachin de Astor Piazzolla 9. Baião Malandro 10. Waiting Room 11. Prelúdio Religioso from "Petite Messe Solennelle" For details email: inesvaz88@gmail.com |
Online: International Youth Music Competitionsby Christine Johnstone |
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 The 2022 Online International Youth Music Competitions will begin in January and run each month throughout 2022. The competition is open to all ages, students, amateur and professional musicians, composers, music students including informal and self-taught musicians from around the world. Twelve competitions will take place as follows: January: Informal Music Makers February: Large Groups (bands, orchestras, choirs) March: Classical Hobbyists April: Musical Theatre, Broadway, Disney May: Classical Music June: Composition July: Folk, Traditional and World Music August: Jazz September: Chamber, duo, Concerto October: Modern and Contemporary November: Composer/Performer & Singer/Songwriter December: Artists of the Year For details email: iymcompetitions@gmail.com |
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Monchito Merlo December 2021 Concerts - Argentinaby Christine Johnstone |
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| Argentine accordionist and composer of chamamé music, Monchito Merlo will perform his final concerts for 2021 this month in Santa Fe, Entre Rios and Santiago del Estero. For details email: emamerlo@live.com.ar |
“Vardos Trio” Sandy Christmas Celebrations - Australiaby Christine Johnstone |
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| Vardos Trio which includes accordionist Sophia Chapman will perform at the Sandy Christmas Celebrations in the Sandringham Village Square in Sandringham, Victoria, Australia on December 11th, 2021 at 6pm. The trio is “driven by Alana's wild violin, chased by accordion and double bass”. They enjoy playing folk and Romany music learnt from Roma (Gypsy) musicians during their travels throughout Eastern Europe. For details email: vardos@hotmail.com |
Alex Meixner Entertains at 2021 “Carnival of Lights” – USAby Christine Johnstone |
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 Video: Alex Meixner performing Snow Waltz (Schnee Walzer). This beloved Austrian waltz is requested by audiences all around the world throughout the year. The 2021 “Carnival of Lights” will be held at the Martin County Fairgrounds in Stuart, Florida, USA from December 16th to 19th, 2021 - 5.30pm to 9pm each day. On December 16th, accordion soloist Alex Meixner (picture left) will entertain the crowds at the event, which will include an 800 foot lighted walking path, carnival rides and games, free activities for the kids, food trucks, music and more. For details email: fairoffice@martincountyfair.com |
Ambre Vuillermoz Performs at Sofia Gubaidulina Tribute - Franceby Christine Johnstone |
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 Video: Ambre Vuillermoz Raffin’s performance of Bach's Goldberg Variations on the accordion at the Inventio 2021 Festival in France. The recording was made at the Château de Flamboin on June 5th, 2021 as part of the festival (and released last month).Artistic direction: Léo Marillier, Image and editing: Aurélien Melior , Sound: Richard Marillier Photos and production opening clip: Franck Jaillard. Ambre Vuillermoz will perform at a Sofia Gubaidulina (Russia) Tribute concert at the Auditorium des Observantins at the Manosque Conservatory in Manosque, France on December 18th at 6pm. The event is organised by the Association Jeux d'Anches. Ambre will be accompanied by Marion Ferme (recorder) and Elena Soussi (piano). See poster for details. |
Akkordeon Orchester Recklinghausen e.V. “Winter Magic” Concerts – Germanyby Christine Johnstone |
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| The Akkordeon Orchester Recklinghausen e.V. (picture below - conducted by Tobias Dalhof), will perform “Winter Magic” Concerts in Recklinghausen, Germany in January 2022. The first concert will be held on January 9th, 2022 at 5pm at St. Johannes, Recklinghausen, North Rhine-Westphalia and the second will be held on January 16th, 2022 at St Suitbert in Recklinghausen, North Rhine-Westphalia. Their program will include a variety of light music. See poster for details. |
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Dr William Schimmel January 2022 Performances – USAby Rita Davidson Barnea, Editor USA Accordion News |
 Dr William Schimmel will perform at two events in January 2022 as follows:• January 15th: Composers. Concordance Concert of Graphic Scores - Machiko Studios, New York. - premiere of Dr. Schimmel’s “King Akkong” for Accordion and mixed ensemble • January 24th: Lincoln Center , New York - “Not Entirely Schubert” - curated by Dr. William Schimmel William Schimmel holds a BM, MS and DMA degrees Doctorate from The Juilliard School. He has performed with virtually every ensemble in New York from The New York Philharmonic, The Metropolitan Opera, Jazz at Lincoln Center, most contemporary ensembles, Broadway as well as numerous European tours. For further information email: accordionbill@gmail.com |
Rik Cornelissen 2022 Workshops - Netherlandsby Christine Johnstone |
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| Rik Cornelissen will hold three improvisation workshops at the ArtEZ Conservatory in Arnhem, Netherlands organised by NOVAM (Dutch Organisation for Accordion and Harmonica) and ArtEZ University of the Arts. The workshops are for anyone who wants to improvise, regardless of the level. Because improvising is about the freedom with which you approach music, and all aspects of music-making are covered (sound quality, theory, chord theory, melody learning, ear training, etc.), it is valuable for everyone. The course is given 'tailor-made', making mixed levels possible. Each course is the same in design, but by using different pieces in different styles (jazz, tango, Latin etc.) there is variety and innovation of material with every course. Dates are: January 15th, 2022 – 11am to 3pm February 12th, 2022 – 11am to 3pm March 12th, 2022 – 11am to 3pm For details email: info@rikcornelissen.com |
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Video: Teenager's Accordion Orchestra Performance in North Koreaby Christine Johnstone |
| Video: Teenager's Accordion Orchestra performance at the Manyongdae Schoolchildren's Palace in Pyongyang, North Korea. |
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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. |
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 |
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