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Nominnierungen für den Orpheus Preis, Pineto – Italienby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
Die Nominierungen für den Orpheus Preis, ein Musikkritiker-Preis proklamiert während des 3. Akkordeon Art Festivals, (Accordion Art Festival), in Mosciano vom 19.-21. Juni Art Promotion Association unter der Leitung des Kunsdirektors Renzo Ruggieri und Vorsitzenden Claudio Azzaro, sah folgende Nominierungen vor: Classical Music (ITALIA beste CD 2008) Claudio Jacomucci - ‘Wonderland’, Adatto Records Mario Stefano Pietrodarchi - ‘Live in Minsk’, Autoprodotto Jazz Music (ITALIA beste CD 2008) Simone Zanchini - ‘Fuga per Art’, Dodicilune Records Max de Aloe - ‘Lirico Incanto’, Abeat Records Simone Zanchini - ‘Better Alone’, Silta Records Marco Lo Russo - ‘Mediterranean Accordion... Live’, Nelson Records Salvatore Cauteruccio - ‘Nova 4tet, Tangout’, Picanto Records Luciano Biondini - ‘Prima del Cuore’, Enja Records World Music (ITALIA beste CD 2008) Fabio Rossato + Ivan Tibolla - ‘Impressioni Lontane’, Emmeciersse Records Santino Spinelli - ‘Alexian Group, Mo Pase Ko Murdevèlè - Io Ac-Canto a Dio’, CNI Records Pasquale Nigro - ‘Orientato a Sud’, MK Records Davide Bonetti - ‘Compagnia della Vocata, Il Tavoliere delle Alpi’, Alchechengi Records Giancarlo Caprorilli - ‘Solo Fisarmonica’, Autoprodotto Orpeus Lifetime Career Award Peppino Principe Die Jury: Paolo Aita (Italien), Kimmo Mattila (Finnland), Ulrich Schmülling (Karthause Schmülling Deutschland), Livio Bollani (Italien), Paolo Picchio (Italien), Amedeo Furfaro (Italien), Gino Fortunato (Italien), Alessandro Pierotti (Italien), Fabio Ciminiera (Italien) und Davide Fabrizi (Italien), Die Gewinner des Orpheus Preises warden während des Pineto Jazz Akkordeon Festival am 1. August 2009 bekannt gegeben. Weitere Information erhalten Sie via email von: info@renzoruggieri.it |
Angel Luis Castaño´s Konzerte und Masterklassen - Spanienby Raquel Ruiz |
Der spanische Konzertist Angel Luis Castaño mit dem Gitarristen und Komponisten (National Music Award 2005) David del Puerto – haben im Dúo Rejoice! – einige erfolgreiche Konzerte hinter sich, in denen Angel Luis Castaño auch als Solist Kammermusik mit dem Akkordeon und Bandoneon aufführte. Am 26.Juni orangisierte die Galician Accordion Association während des 52. nationalen Akkordeon Wettbewerbes in Ourense ein Konzert mit einem Programm Bach, Chaviano, Del Puerto, Falla, Vladimir Zubitzky und Piazzolla. Am 27. Juni im Leon Auditorium, al Teil des Internationalen Spanishcen Musikfestivals eine Aufführung mit Stücken der spanischen Komponisten Consuelo Díez, García Laborda, Del Puerto, Chaviano und Piazzolla. Nächster Termin des Dúo Rejoice!´s ist am 24. September in Cáceres während des Contemporären Musik Festivals organisiert vom Vostell Malpartida Museum. Im Sommer gibt es Masterklassen mit Angel Luis Castaño in Oviedo (Asturias), vom 21. July bis 1. August 1, die von der Asturias Prince Foundation organisiert werden. Diese Masterklassen sind sowohl für Studenten als auch für professionelle Künstler. Am 8. August ist Angel Luis Castaño im Duo mit Alan Kovacs (Viola, Professor der CSMA in Zaragoza und Royal Superior Konservatorium in Madrid) in Segovia mit einem Programm von Piazzolla, Sarasate, Falla und Vladimir Zubitsky zu sehen und zu hören. Möchten Sie Information - dann email: alcastano@gmail.com |
Deutsche Qualifikation zur „59. TROPHÉE MONDIAL DE L’ACCORDÉON“ am Hohner Konservatorium/Trossingen – Deutschlandby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
Vom 23. bis 26. September 2009 findet in Albufeira (Portugal) die „59. Trophée Mondial de l’accordéon“ statt, einem internationalen Wettbewerb für Akkordeonistinnen und Akkordeonisten (nähere Informationen hierzu finden sich auf der CMA Webseite. Qualifikation am Dienstag, 28. Juli in Trossingen (Baden-Württemberg) In diesem Jahr wird es für diesen internationalen Akkordeonwettbewerb eine Qualifikation am Dienstag, 28. Juli in Trossingen (Baden-Württemberg) geben. Wettbewerbskategorien und ihre jeweiligen Qualifikationsprogramme im Überblick „Junior Classique“ (Höchstalter: 18 Jahre) o Mindestens zwei Werke (dabei ein Originalwerk und eines aus der Epoche Barock) o Maximale Spieldauer: 12 Minuten „Senior Classique“ (Höchstalter: 35 Jahre) o Mindestens zwei Werke (dabei ein Originalwerk und eines aus der Epoche Barock) o Maximale Spieldauer: 15 Minuten „Junior Variete“ bzw. virtuose Unterhaltungsmusik (Höchstalter: 18 Jahre) o Mindestens zwei Werke nach freier Wahl o Maximale Spieldauer: 8 Minuten „Senior Variete“ bzw. virtuose Unterhaltungsmusik (Höchstalter: 35 Jahre) o Mindestens zwei Werke nach freier Wahl o Maximale Spieldauer: 10 Minuten „Elektronisches Akkordeon“ o Werke nach freier Wahl o Maximale Spieldauer: 10 Minuten Informationen und formlose Anmeldung Hohner -Konservatorium Trossingen GmbH Telefon 07425-327015 E-Mail: info@hohner-konservatorium.de |
‘Pizza und Tarantella’ mit Nando Monica – Deutschlandby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
Nach dem Erfolg der CD "Amore e Fisarmonica" ( "Liebe und Akkordeon), mit dem Solisten Nando Monica, hat der Würzburger Musikverlag / Elwephon Records R & T, in Erinnerung an diesen talentierten Akkordeonistin, vor kurzem eine neue CD mit dem Titel "Pizza und Tarantella" aufgenommen, welche auf deutschen Radiosendungen eine äußerst gute Reaktion zu verzeichnen hat. Die CD enthält 28 brillante Pop-Kompositionen, in Nando Monica's elegantem Stil. Alle 28 Tracks sind bisher unveröffentlicht, obwohl fast alle seine Kompositionen, vom Würzburger Musikverlag in Deutschland verfügbar sind. Diese CD von Nando Monica empfehlen wir allen Akkordeonisten sowohl zum zuhören, als auch um eventuelle Aufnahme in ihr Repertoire. Wirklich schöne Kompositionen, im Stile von Nando Monica, einem Künstler, der sein ganzes Leben lang diesem magischen Instrument - dem Akkordeon, gewidmet hat. Für weitere Informationen, Würzburger Musikverlag, E-Mail: Fisanoten@aol.com |
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www.Diatonic-News.com Second Edition - Internetby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
The second edition of the Diatonic News (www.Diatonic-News.com) is now online. This is a site dedicated to diatonic, concertina, button box, bandoneon type instruments, and a new edition is published on the first of each month. This Diatonic News site is unique, in that contributions are published in the language there are sent and viewers can use an online translation system if they need. |
Jérôme Richard, Petar Maric and Frédéric Deschamps on LMTV - Franceby Harley Jones |
On 17 June, Jérome Richard, Petar Maric (Serbia) and Frédéric Deschamps were broadcast on the LMTV program of Pascal Savard, "au bonheur de nacre”. Petar Maric, a student of Alexander Nikolic (Beltango) has recently arrived in France learning accordion from Frédéric Deschamps as part of the dynamic young Hohner Team. An exciting atmosphere prevailed. It has been a dream of Petar Maric to meet one of his idols, namely Jérome Richard, six times world champion and former student of Frédéric Deschamps. This dream happened live on television. The two then played a completely improvised duet on the famous and fearsome "Tempête" by André Astier which left everyone speechless. Find the best moments of this show on “Daily Motion” at: http://video.google.fr/videosearch?q=petar+maric&hl=fr&emb=0&aq=f# |
DAM Musikpreis in Baden-Baden – Deutschlandby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
Im Juni 2009 fand zum 11. mal der zwei-Phasen Wettbewerb für Akkordeon Solo /Kammermusik in Baden-Baden statt: der grosse nationale Wettbewerb "Deutscher Akkordeon Musikpreis", veranstaltet vom Deutschen Harmonika Verband in Zusammenarbeit mit seinen Akkordeonlehrer. Zusätzlich gab es kulturelle Veranstaltungen, sowie eine Auszeichnung für den renomierten Musikpädagogen Prof.Dr.Hans Günther Bastian. .Photo: Petercol mit Ihren Studenten (DAM Teilnehmer/Preisträger 2009) Photo: Dozentin Mirjana Petercol mit Studenten(Teilnehmer und Preisträger des DAM Wettbewerbs in Baden-Baden, Deutschland). Mehr Information von: Mirjana Petercol miripetercol@gmx.de |
8th ‘Ohrid Pearls 2009’, Ohrid - Macedoniaby Anica Karakutovska |
The 8th International competition for young musicians, ‘Ohrid Pearls 2009’, was held from June 16th until 20th, in Ohrid, Macedonia (UNESCO heritage site since 1980). A town of vast history and heritage, Ohrid is without a doubt the jewel in Macedonia 's crown. Nestled between high mountains and Lake Ohrid, it is not only a place of historic magnificence but also of outstanding natural beauty. This year’s competition ‘Ohrid Pearls’ included disciplines for wood winds, brass instruments and accordion. There were more then 100 candidates from several European countries: Macedonia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Croatia, Montenegro, Hungary, Poland, Turkey, Norway, and Slovenia. The jury for the accordion sections included: Zorica Karakutovska (Macedonia), Zoran Rakic (Serbia), Gorka Hermosa (Spain), Vjera Odak (Croatia), Diana Stanceva (Bulgaria). Jury photo top. The next ‘Ohrid Pearls’ competition will take place from June 16th to 20th 2011 in Ohrid, Macedonia. For further information email: Anica.Karakutovska@stb.com.mk |
Accordion-Yellow Pages.com Future Events – Internetby Harley Jones |
The popular accordion yellow pages (www.Accordon-YellowPages.com) Future Events is listed at the top right hand corner of the news and seen by a large readership each week. Organizers can easily list their concerts, festivals, seminars themselves. Its simple, and you can see your listing immediately. Its also easy to edit your listings from time to time as well. Organizers are encouraged to use this free internet publicity site, and promote their events to attract greater audiences and participation. |
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Marco Lo Russo Concerts – Italyby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
Italian accordionist Marco Lo Russo performs as follows: July 10th, 9pm - Palazzo Petrignani, Narni, Terni July 12th, 9pm - Piazza Carlo Fontana, Lanuvio, Rome July 17th, 9pm – 45th Capus internazionale di musica pontino, complesso di Sant'Oliva, Cori, Latina For further information email: fisa@marcolorusso.com |
Kimberley International Old Time Accordion Championships, BC - Canadaby Rob Howard |
The 35th annual Kimberley International Old Time Accordion Championships take place from July 6th until 11th. The venue is Downtown Kimberley, 525 Archibald St, Kimberley, British Columbia. This year’s performers include Gary Blair and Gary Blair Jr., Patricia Bartell, The Brabec Step-Brothers Dance, Bernadette Conlon, Alex Meixner, Sylvia Marie, and The Emeralds. |
12 year old Felipe Granemman Appears on TV – Brazilby Rob Howard |
On Sunday afternoon, July 12th, accordionist Felipe Granemman, aged 12, from Caçador City-SC, performs on the television program ‘Domingão do Faustão’. Felipe came 7th in Brazil’s ‘International Competition for Accordionists’ in 2007. ‘Domingão do Faustão’ is a popular talk show featuring live music, hosted by Fausto Corrêa da Silva. For further information email: acordeon@valerio.com.br |
2nd National Competition Savuto, Calabria – Italyby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
On July 11th and 12th in Rogliano the Savuto National Competition takes place and is open to competitors of all ages and with instruments of every type and brand, divided into 7 sections: accordion/entertainment music, classical accordion standard bass, free reed classical accordion, electronic keyboard, diatonic accordion with 2, 4 and 8 basses. The organiser is Luca De Marco. Well-known names of the accordion world will be present on the jury: Danilo Di Paolonicola, Tiziano Chiapelli, Antonio Spaccarotella, Johnny (Giuseppe) Grosso, and Giuseppe Scigliano ande Jean Louis Noton (president of Jury) For further information contact email: lucademarco1977@yahoo.it |
Main Squeeze Accordion Festival 2009, New York - USAby Rob Howard |
The Main Squeeze Accordion Festival 2009 takes place on July 11th, from 3pm, at Riverside Park South, Pier I, W 70th St. and Riverside Blvd, New York. The festival’s publicity says: “The squeeze box masters are back! Celebrate all things accordion at the 4th annual NYC Main Squeeze Accordion Festival, our annual festival of traditional and eclectic music from around the globe. Kids can get in on the act too, at the Accordion Kids Corner. Browse the Accordion Flea Market and dance, dance, dance! Performers include the all-female Main Squeeze Accordion Orchestra directed by Walter Kuhr and many more. Admission is completely free!” |
Joao Gentil Concerts, Figueira – Portugalby Rob Howard |
Accordionist Joao Gentil performs at the Casino Figueira, Coimbra, on Sunday, July 12th at 10.30pm, and on Monday July 13th at 1pm. João Gentil and Luis Formiga perform at the Centro Artes E Espectaculos Figueira on Wednesday, August 12th, 10,30pm, and on Thursday, August 13th, 12.30am. For further information email: joaogentil1@gmail.com |
Castelfidardo Summer Festival, Ancona – Italyby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
The Summer Festival will be held from July 23rd to 26th - four days dedicated to high quality music where the accordion in its many forms will play the leading role. The Summer Festival is also renowned for its magical and suggestive theme lighting. Thursday July 23rd, 9pm – Area X (featuring accordionist Andrea Naspi) in concert, Piazzale Don Minzoni Friday July 24th, 9.15pm – accordionist Giuliana Soscia and the Pino Jodice Italian Tango Quartet in concert, Parco delle Rimembranze Saturday 25th, 9.15pm – drama, ‘Divine Comedy’ (Dante), narrators Davide Rondoni and David Bugari, featuring original music performed by accordionist Christian Riganelli, in the Parco delle Rimembranze – 9.15pm Sunday 26th, 9.15pm – accordionist Danilo di Paolonicola performs his ‘Ethnic Project’ in concert The proceeds from any fundraising will be entirely donated to victims of the Abruzzo earthquake. For further information email: info@festivalinternazionalefisarmonicacastelfidardo.it |
Reykjavik Accordion Festival 2009 - Icelandby Jonatan Karlsson |
The Reykjavik Accordion Festival 2009 will be held July 18. - 19. This festival is designed to provide an opportunity for accordion enthusiasts to meet their colleagues and present the accordion and accordion music to the public. One goal is to offer as varied a program as possible so that people can see and hear this instrument played in as many different ways as possible. The instrument has been played in Iceland for generations and is an important part of the musical heritage of the nation. During the weekend, accordionists perform on various locations in Reykjavik. Numerous concerts feature artists from Iceland and abroad. The main attraction is the well known Norwegian accordionist : Sigmund Dehli. He will perform in the Nordic House in Reykjavik Saturday 18. at 15.00 hours. He and many of Iceland's leading accordion players will perform at "Arbaejarsafn" - Reykjavik City Museum, Sunday afternoon 19. July, starting 13.00 For further information email jonatank@internet.is |
Future Concerts of Renato Borghetti – Europe, Ukraineby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
Renato Borghetti, from Brazil, is one his country’s leading accordionists and composers. He works in many genres, including traditional styles from his home state of Rio Grande do Sul, other styles of Brazilian music like samba, and international genres including jazz and classical music. His main instrument is the diatonic button accordion. He won a Latin Grammy in 2005 for ‘Best Brazilian Roots/Regional Album’, for his CD ‘Gaita Ponto Com’. Presently on an international tour, Renato Borghetti’s concert schedule includes: September 19th – Accordion Festival, Zug, Switzerland September 22nd - Cankarjev Dom, Ljubljana, SIovenia September 23rd - Theater Akzent, Vienna, Austria September 24th – Gogolfest, Kiev, Ukraine September 25th – Odessa Jazz Carnival, Ukraine September 26th - Vinnitsa Jazz Festival, Ukraine September 27th - Chisinau Ethno Jazz Festival, Moldova For further information email: office@cultureworks.at |
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www.Diatonic-News.com Second Edition - Internetby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
The second edition of the Diatonic News (www.Diatonic-News.com) is now online. This is a site dedicated to diatonic, concertina, button box, bandoneon type instruments and a new edition is published onthe 1st of each month. The Diatonic News site is unique, in that contributions are published in the language there are sent and viewers can use an online Google translation if they need. Please send news to: Holda Paoletti-Kampl or Werner Weibert email: w.weibert@tele2.at |
2009 Coupe Mondiale Draft Schedule Updatedby Harley Jones |
The updated draft schedule for the 2009 Coupe Mondiale, 25-29 August, New Zealand is online. There is also considerable press release material been added to the Coupe Mondiale site. The hotel booking page has been updated as well. |
Gary Daverne Website Updateby Harley Jones |
The website of Gary Daverne has been updated with sound files for the new CD's and a review of his most recent concerts with accordionists. |
MusicForAccordion.com new eSheet Piecesby MusicForAccordion.com |
MusicForAccordion.com site releases 5 new pieces - 'Girbiribin, catalog:mfa7026', 'Cielito Lindo, catalog:mfa7028', 'La Spagnola, catalog:mfa7029', 'El Choclo, catalog:mfa7030' and 'Santa Lucia, catalog:mfa6038'. Samples of the music are available online. The music are in eSheet format, able to be emailed to your computer. Purchase with credit card. |
H S Production New Music Releasesby H S Productions |
H S Production releases 6 new pieces, 'Little Polka, catalog:hs139', 'Oh, for – by Gaius, by Gaius, catalog:hs285', 'Steppes and Steppes Around, catalog:hs399', 'Seratov Omamentalia, catalog:hs400', 'The Cossack Went Beyond The Danube, catalog:hs413', and 'At The Gray Pigeon, catalog:hs414'. Samples of the music are available online. The music are in eSheet format, able to be emailed to your computer. Purchase with credit card. |
CMA Trophée Mondial Website Updateby |
The official website for the CMA organised Trophée Mondial has been updated to include entry forms, 2009 schedule and all rules and regulations. |
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Eternal Returningby Joan C. Sommers |
CD Reviews Index for the Review of “Eternal Returning” by Joan Cochran Sommers. Performer is Sergey Osokin. |
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