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Rekort-Teilnahme an Wettbewrbern und Ländern zum 2019 Coupe Mondiale - Chinaby Harley Jones |
CIA-Präsident Mirco Patarini schrieb: "Ich freue mich sehr, so viele Kandidaten, Delegierte, Jurymitglieder und Unterstützer aus so vielen Teilen der Welt zur Teilnahme am 72. Coupé Mondiale in Shenzhen, China, begrüßen zu dürfen." "Für den 72. Coupé Mondiale in Shenzhen, China, ist ein neuer Rekord von 173 Wettbewerbsbeiträgen verzeichnet. Teilnehmer, Jury und Delegierte aus 32 Ländern nehmen teil, was ebenfalls ein neuer Rekord ist." "Unser CIA-Mitglied Die Akkordeonvereinigung der chinesischen Musiker (CAA) unter Leitung von Prof. Li Cong bereitet eine herausragende Veranstaltung vor und alle Besucher werden Wettbewerbsauftritte und Konzerte auf höchstem Niveau hören." "Für diejenigen, die nicht am Coupe Mondiale 2019 teilnehmen können, sind die umfangreichen Tagesberichte, Bilder und Informationen sowie Videos der einzelnen Wettbewerber, einschließlich des endgültigen Preisträgerkonzerts, online auf Coupe Mondiale verfügbar. |
13. World Music Festival, Innsbruck - Austriaby Harley Jones |
Alle drei Jahre findet das 13. Weltmusikfestival statt, das vom Deutschen Harmonika-Verband e.V. (DHV) vom 30. Mai bis 2. Juni in Innsbruck organisiert wird. Dieses Festival zieht Akkordeonorchester und Ensembles aus ganz Mitteleuropa und anderen Ländern an und bietet Top Solisten und Gruppen in Konzerten. Online-Bericht mit Ergebnissen, Bildern und Videos unter: 2019Innsbruck |
13. jährliches Akkordeon Art Festival Award Resultate- Italienby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
Das 13. jährliche Akkordeon Art-Festival 2019 fand vom 14. bis 16. Juni in TE Roseto degli Abruzzi unter der Leitung von Renzo Ruggieri in Zusammenarbeit mit der Gemeinde Roseto degli Abruzzi statt. Die Veranstaltung umfasste den Orpheus Award 2019 und den Italy International Competition Award mit Teilnehmern aus der ganzen Welt. Die Wettbewerbskategorien umfassen klassisches Akkordeon, Virtuose und Diatonik für eine Vielzahl von Altersgruppen. Ergebnisse wie folgt: ORPHEUS AWARD 2019 Klassische Produktionen: Giorgio Dellarole - Scarlatti Sonaten (Da Vinci) Jazzproduktionen: Di Bonaventura-Fresu-Bardoscia-Anger High Light (Amadeus) Weltproduktionen: Di Bonaventura-Fresu-Filetta Danse Mémoire, Danse (Tuk Music) Bei der Karriere: Gianni Coscia "ITALIA AWARD 2019" GEWINNER Gruppen & Spezial: Chorocarioca Gruppe (Italien) Klassisches Akkordeon: Alberto Nardelli (Italien) Virtuoses Akkordeon: Manuel Marchegiani (Italien) Diatonisches Akkordeon: Francesco Scarselli (Italien) Renzo Ruggieri Award: Lorenzo Dalla Rosa (Italien) Nicolas Chiaraluce war in der Kategorie Diatonisches Akkordeon junior erfolgreich. Cristian gewann den ersten Platz in der Kategorie Junior Akkordeon. Bild unten rechts: Cristian Chiaraluce (Akkordeon) mit Renzo Ruggieri (Künstlerischer Leiter und Veranstalter des Festivals) und Nicolas Chiaraluce (diatonisches Akkordeon). Unten ist ein Bild von Nicolas zu sehen. Beide Brüder spielen auf Akkordeons, die von ihrer Familie hergestellt werden - Fisitalia. |
Akkordeon im 2019 Macedonia Pearl Folk Seminar - Macedonienby Christine Johnstone |
Das Mazedonische Perlenseminar für Musik, Gesang und Tanz findet vom 25. Juli bis 3. August im Hotel Manastir in Berovo, Mazedonien statt. Die Veranstaltung umfasst 10 Tage Volksmusik, Blaskapellen, Orchesterkurse, Tanz und beliebte lokale Gäste. Jeden Abend gibt es eine "Live Music Party" mit traditionellen mazedonischen Instrumenten. Gründer und Direktor dieser Veranstaltung ist der Akkordeonist Goran Alachki, der über 300 Lieder, Tänze und Arrangements komponiert hat. Während der Veranstaltung für Solisten und Gruppen hält er täglich traditionelle mazedonische Volksmusikseminare und Workshops ab. Die Veranstaltung hat Akkordeonisten, Sänger und Tanzteilnehmer aus den USA, Norwegen, Deutschland, der Schweiz, Frankreich, Bulgarien und Holland. Für weitere Informationen senden Sie bitte ein Email an: g_alacki@yahoo.com |
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Summer Magic of Classical Music – Croatiaby Christine Johnstone |
Accordionist Martina Jembrisak performed a classical concert with the Junge Sinfoniker Basel (conducted by Ulrich Dietsche) at the Croatian National Theatre in Split, Croatia on June 30th. Their program included works by Leonard Bernstein, Mikolaja Majkusiaka and Robert Schumann. The following day Martina had the privilege of playing at the Croatian Radio in Split on a show “Nedjeljni Akvarel” where she also spoke about her studies in Germany as well as the concert at the National Theatre. This project represents a special program of international cooperation between the Split music youth and the Music Academy in Basel. Further concerts were held at the Croatian National Theatre in Šibenik on July 2nd and at the Classic Open Air Zadar on July 4th. |
New CD: Iñaki Alberdi and Carlos Mena Released CD - Spainby Harley Jones |
Iñaki Alberdi and Carlos Mena released their CD “Cueurs Desolez” in a concert-presentation on Friday, May 31 at the Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando in Madrid. Published by IBS Classical, the CD includes works by Josquin Des Prez, Bach, Jesús Torres, Gabriel Erkoreka, Joan Magramé and José María Sánchez-Verdú. In the presentation, which will also include musicologist José Luis García del Busto and IBS Classical director Paco Moya, Iñaki Alberdi and Carlos Mena will perform the works “Mille regretz” by Josquin Des Prez and “Llama de amor vivo” by Jesús Torres. The CD is released by Ibs Classical and Naxos online. Tracks List: 1 Ave maris stella (Arr. for Voice & Accordion) 2 Misa Ave maris setella (Excerpts) (Arr. for Voice & Accordion): V. Benedictus 3 Misa Ave maris setella (Excerpts) (Arr. for Voice & Accordion): VI. Agnus Dei 4 Inviolata, integra et casta es (Arr. for Voice & Accordion) 5 Llama de amor viva 6 Mille regretz (Arr. for Voice & Accordion) 7 Messa di voce 8 Cueurs desolez par toute nation (Arr. for Voice & Accordion) 9 Si en lo mal temps la serena be canta 10 Plaine de dueil et de melancolye (Arr. for Voice & Accordion) 11 Tratado de lagrimas 12 Violin Partita No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1004: V. Chaconne (Arr. for Voice & Accordion) |
New Publication by Matti Rantanen: “The Accordion in Art Music in Finland”by Rob Howard |
A new publication in English by Matti Rantanen entitled “The Accordion in Art Music in Finland” has just been released. How was the unprecedented success story of the accordion in art music in Finland developed? In this book, the author Professor Matti Rantanen describes its background, development and present status in musical life. This book is a significant contribution to the international accordion bibliography and is available from The Accordion Institute of Finland. Price: 26€ + mailing costs. For orders email: hanuritalo@harmonikkainstituutti.net |
“Live at Lunch” at Royal Opera House – UKby Christine Johnstone |
A free concert series entitled “Live at Lunch” is currently underway at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, Linbury Theatre Foyer in London until July 26th, 2019. On July 5th, the Opera House featured “Carmen – in 40 minutes!” which was a shortened version of Carmen arranged for piano, accordion and violin, telling the story of how Carmen and Don José fall in love and end up in a state of despair. The arrangement included the famous Habanera, Flower Song and heart-breaking finale. Performers were Romano Viazzani (accordion), Philippa Mo (violin), Kelvin Lim (piano), Alexander James Edwards (tenor) and Marie Elliott (mezzo-soprano). |
Special Guests at Orchestra Concert – New Zealandby Christine Johnstone |
The Auckland Accordion Symphonietta conducted by well known vocalist and accordionist Lionel Reekie, performed their biannual concert entitled “No Words” at the Rose Centre in Belmont, Auckland on July 7th. Special guest performers were Adam Perry and sisters Angela & Jessie Chen who are the New Zealand representatives competing at the Coupe Mondiale World Competition in Shenzhen, China next month. The orchestra program included pieces by Strauss, Rubinstein and Leroy Anderson as well as “Two plus One” (Gary Daverne), finishing with Rossini’s La Scala Di Seta. The Auckland Accordion Symphonietta will hold their next concert on November 24th, 2019. |
Video: Accordion Romance Composed and Performed by Jacques Pellarinby Harley Jones |
Accordion Romance by Jacques Pellarin. Published on Jul 1, 2019. |
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Nick Ariondo, Bastille Day Celebrations - USAby Harley Jones |
Accordionist and composer Nick Ariondo will perform at a Bastille Day celebration on July 14th at Nicole’s Market & café in Pasadena, California. Nick enjoys playing a mix of baroque, classical, world music, folk-ethnic, jazz and modern contemporary music. Patrons can enjoy a Bar-b-que lunch while listening to French music. For details phone: 626-403-5751 |
“Teapot in the Tuba” Performs at Farmers Markets - Canadaby Christine Johnstone |
“Teapot in the Tuba” duo (which includes Katheryn Petersen on accordion and Mike Allen on clarinet) will entertain at the UBC Farmer’s Market in Vancouver on July 14th. On July 28th they will entertain at the Trout Lake Farmer's Market in Vancouver, BC. Teapot in the Tuba have worked together as a duo for three years and mingles traditional, classical, jazz, original and pop repertoire in potent combinations. |
Jean-Louis Noton Masterclass in Manigod – Franceby Rob Howard |
Video: Julie Blocher performing Phil Tango Jean-Louis Noton will hold a week dedicated to the accordion at the Hotel Restaurant “Les Sapins” Wellness & Gourmet in Manigod where he will offer all his talent, his musical knowledge and his technique in a friendly and warm atmosphere. Held from July 17th to 24th, the event will include an accordion masterclass by Jean-Louis Noton and speakers Julie Blocher and Michel Madeira. Amateur and professional accordionists are invited to come and enjoy the speakers. Jean-Louis Noton will offer free training for Odyssey owners. Julie Blocher will discuss: - What positions for the instrument and feel comfortable - How to use the bellows - How to decipher a score - Understand the left hand/right hand keyboard - Improved technique through memorization exercises, finger independence (according to Frédéric Deschamps' method) - Work on pieces according to requests Michel Madeira will cover: Dance musette. For further information email: jl.noton@wanadoo.fr |
Beyond the Pale Concert in Toronto - Canadaby Christine Johnstone |
Popular group “Beyond the Pale” are excited to announce a last-minute concert, on July 16th at Beth Tzedec Congregation in Toronto, ON, with the exciting Israeli Yiddish vocalist Vira Lozinsky. The concert is presented in partnership with Beth Tzedec Congregation and with the support of UJA Committee for Yiddish. Beyond the Pale, which includes Milos Popovic (accordion), Aleksandar Gajic (violin), Bret Higgins (bass), Eric Stein (mandolin, mandocello) and Martin van de Ven (clarinets) enjoy playing music inspired by Klezmer and Balkan styles but are influenced by everything from jazz and classical music to bluegrass, newgrass and reggae. Don't miss this rare and special event! Tickets are $10, available at the door only. Please help us plan for adequate seating by RSVP'ing to: 416-781-3511 or email: info@beth-tzedec.org |
Beltango Quinteto Concerts in Saint Ettiene - Franceby Christine Johnstone |
Balkan Tango Orchestra “Beltango Quinteto” will perform tango concerts in Saint Ettiene, France on July 19th and 20th. Artistic Director Aleksandar Nikolic (bandoneon) is also the founder of Belgrade Tango Association and artistic director of International Belgrade Tango Festival. For further concert details email: info@beltango.com |
Accordion Spice Charity Concert – Englandby Rob Howard |
Accordion Spice will be playing in a charity concert for Clic Sargent (a cancer charity) at Levenshulme Baptist Church in Levenshulme, Manchester on Friday August 30th at 7.30pm. The concert is an annual event organised by a couple who have organised concerts for over 20 years. Accordion Spice will play 2 sets which will include accordion marches and popular songs from musicals. Solo performances will also be given by accordionists, pianists and clarinet & saxophone players. For further concert details email: helendavidson.rich@gmail.com |
XII International Accordion Composition Competition “Francisco Escudero” - Spainby Christine Johnstone |
Entries will close on September 5th for the XII International Accordion Composition competition “Francisco Escudero organised by the Hauspoz Euskal Herriko Akordoei Elkartea. The objective of the contest is to promote the creation of pieces for solo accordion and for accordion in chamber music and their length may not exceed 10 minutes. The works of chamber music must be composed for a maximum of four players in which there is at least one accordion. The competition is open to composers of any age and nationality. Only pieces written after January 2015 will be admitted. Works must never have been previously performed either in public or through any digital or mechanical means. A prizegiving ceremony will be held on September 14th. Please click here for competition information and rules: 2019Escudero.pdf |
London Accordion Orchestra at Norwich Accordion Club’s 50th Anniversary - UKby Christine Johnstone |
The London Accordion Orchestra are delighted to be appearing for the first time in Norwich to help celebrate the Norwich Accordion Club's 50th Anniversary. It will be a joint concert with NAC performing in the first half of the concert and LAO in the second. Tickets are now on sale for the celebrations which will take place on November 17th at Hellesdon High School in Norwich, Norfolk beginning at 3pm. Their program will include many classical favourites including the Suite from Masquerade by Khachaturian and the much loved Nutcracker Suite by Tchaikovsky. For concert details email: mail@londonao.co.uk |
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New and Updated Sites: CPez Academy by Cory Pesaturo - USAby Harley Jones |
The CPez Academy is a Private Subscription based Class which provides 2 Masterclasses (90 minutes or so) a month with Cory Pesaturo on the interactive video conference app "Zoom", which can be used with computer, tablet, or phone. The Masterclasses will cover aspects of improvisation for both non-improvisors & more pro-improvisors, music theory for all levels, chord changes, how to jam and learn what you hear instantly, and Many other musical aspects. In addition to the Masterclasses, documents & homework-like assignments will be provided to help out with your learning. Through Zoom, these Masterclasses are fully interactive, and will be archived on private YouTube links, so if you can't be there for the live Masterclass, you can watch it whenever is good for you. |
New and Updated Site: Yehuda Oppenheimer (1925 - 2012) Music Updated - Israelby Harley Jones |
Following the sad death of Yehuda Oppenheimer in 2012, further music has been added to his site. OY608 Toy Symphony (Solo) arranged by Yehuda Oppenheimer € 5,00 OY609 Ciaccona Variazioni (Solo) composed by Yehuda Oppenheimer € 10,00 More music will be added to his site in the coming weeks. |
New Music Composed by Stas Venglevski - USAby Harley Jones |
Two new compositions by Stas Venglevski are released. Catalog: vstas060 K's Musette, for solo accordion Catalog: vstas061 Shaking Waltz for solo accordion Sample page online, music emailed to you. |
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