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Reportages quotidiens : le festival PIF de Castelfidardo et les compétitions – Italieby Harley Jones |
Le PIF Castelfidardo 2019 se déroulera du 18 au 22 septembre. Il y’aura des reportages quotidiens avec photos, vidéos et résultats en ligne à partir de mercredi. Voir: 2019Castelfidardo Le comité de la ville de Castelfidardo (région des Marches en Italie), en collaboration avec l’association de tourisme Pro Loco de Castelfidardo, organisent la compétition internationale PIF “Città di Castelfidardo” réservée aux accordéonistes solistes et ensembles, en musique classique et autres genres. La gouvernance est assurée par le maireRoberto Ascani, Pro Loco de Castelfidardo dirigée par Ruben Cittadini, et le directeur artistique, Renzo Ruggieri. |
Le AAA attribuera un trophée en hommage à la carrière de Joey Miskulin - USAby Rita Davidson Barnea |
Photo ci-dessus: Joey Miskulin et sa femme Patti, à gauche sa fille Katie et son mari, Brian O'Boyle. L’ “American Accordionists association” (AAA) a attribué un trophée pour le couronnement de la carrière de Miskulin au diner de gala de la bourse d’études Carrozza ce dimanche dernier, 8 septembre 2019. C’est une reconnaissance pour l’énorme contribution de Joey Miskulin à l’industrie du disque. Il a en effet joué sur des centaines d’albums, avec les plus grands noms de la musique country ou populaire. Le membre du conseil d’administration de l’AAA, Dominic Karcic, fut le maitre de cérémonie. Depuis les années 70, Joey Miskulin a enregistré avec des musiciens comme Paul McCartney, U2, John Denver, Ricky Skaggs, Andy Williams, Ricky Van Shelton, Emmylou Harris, Frankie Yankovic, Garth Brooks, pour n’en citer que quelques uns. Aussi chanteur, arrangeur et producteur, Joey Miskulin est très connu pour sa musique country, sous le nom de ‘Joey the Cowpolka King’ avec le groupe “Riders in the Sky” et ses polkas avec Frankie Yankovic, mais sa versatilité l’emmène jusqu’au jazz, ainsi qu’en témoigne son album, ‘The Other Side of the Fence’. On le connait aussi pour sa méthode vidéo/DVD « styles et techniques à l’accordéon » qui fut la première vidéo du genre. Quand aux enregistrement pour le cinéma, Miskulin a joué pour la musique du film « Toy Story » pour Disney.Pixar et a enregistré récemment aussi en Chine pendant deux semaines pour la compagnie Walt Disney. 125 personnes étaient présentes pour cette soirée divertissante et formatrice et le merveilleux diner dansant. L’orchestre était le Long Island Accordion Alliance. Au programme, accueil et bénediction données par Dr. Joseph A. Ciccone, président de la American Accordionists’ Association. La musique dansante fut jouée par les accordéonistes Mario Tacca, Frank Toscano, Dominic Karcic avec Phil Battiston aux percussions et voix. Le programme du concert de l’accordéoniste Mario Tacca et de la chanteuse Mary Mancini fut très apprécié. Les deux vainqueurs de la bourse Carrozza 2019 jouèrent. Gia Ciccone joua le “Carnival of Venice”. Nathan Chapeton qui représenta les USA à la coupe mondiale 2019 joua un “Schindler’s List” très émouvant. Joey Miskulin enchanta le public d’un medley. Joey est chaleureux, convivial et très modeste par rapport à son talent musicale et tout ce qu’il a fait dans le monde de la musique. Un article plus détaillé sur cet évènement sera publié le 1er octobre dans USA news, Photos ci dessous: (de gauche à droite) - LIAA Joe Campo, Frank Scardino, John Perno, Greg Zukoff, Joey Miskulin, Phil Prete, Bob LaBua, Dominic Karcic. - Dr. Joseph Ciccone, Gia Ciccone, Mario Tacca, Ethel Ciccone. |
Vidéo: l’orchestre de tango “Guardia Nueva” - Finlandeby Harley Jones |
Dans les nouvelles de la semaine dernière, on évoqua l’orchestre de tango dirigé par le directeur musical Raimo Vertainen tandis qu’il faisait une tournée en Finlande l mois dernier, jouant dans les festivals de Finlande les plus importants. ` http://www.accordions.com/news.aspx?d=06-Sep-2019&lang=en#art15770 Ci dessus, une vidéo d’un de leurs concerts les plus importants. |
Le nouveau livre de Rob Howard– Anthologie de l’accordéon 2 – Grande Bretagneby Christine Johnstone |
Plus tôt cette année, Rob Howard a été sollicité par British Music Hall Society pour écrire un article sur l’implication de l’accordéon et des instruments à hanche libre dans l’ère du music-hall et de la variété. L’article fut publié dans leur magazine « Call Boy » et cela motiva Rob de s’appuyer sur une version longue de l’article pour écrire son 10ième livre qui s’intitue “Accordion Anthology 2”. Les neufs livres précédents sont disponibles en ligne à : Rob Howard Plusieurs accordéonistes de renom on gentiment accepté d’écrire sur eux-même et le livre rapidement bouclé. “Accordion Anthology 2” sera disponible à partir du 18 octobre et contient de nombreux autres articles sur l’accordéon, des biographies dont certaines contributions autobiographiques de joueurs connus Comme pour ‘Accordion Anthology’ (encore disponible), c’est un livre en format A4, avec couverture rigide de qualité, de nombreuses illustrations. Il fera le bonheur des mordus. Prix: £15 + £3 de frais d’envoi. Prix pour l’étranger, frais d’envoi inclus: EU – 27 Euro, USA/Canada/Australia - $37 Des commandes anticipées sont acceptées. For further information and orders email: robaccord5@hotmail.com |
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Passing of Count Guido Robert Deiro (1938 - 2019) - USAby Rita Davidson Barnea |
Video and musical tribute by Cory Pesaturo, Ave Maria by Franz Schubert. Cory is playing the historic last Vaudeville accordion of Guido Snr. which he played from 1936 to about 1940. The only accordion he ever played that had his name on it, Guido Jr. claimed. On September 12th, 2019 Count Guido Robert Deiro passed away in a Las Vegas hospital. Born Feb. 18, 1938, he was 81 years of age and is survived by his wife Joan, his children and grandchildren. There will be no wake funeral or celebration of life. Eulogy by Cory Pesaturo - A Military Test Pilot (one of the most dangerous jobs in the world) - Awarded for his Meteorite findings - One of the first auctioneers of hotels in the country and First in Nevada - An Official Count, & Grand Chancellor of the ancient chivalry Order of St. John - One of the first Plane Racers - Massively involved in world charity donations - Was Knighted - An FOC rated Fencing Referee and is credentialed by the Academie d’Armes Internationale and US Fencing Coaches Association and former Chaiman of the Nevada Division of the US Fencing Association - Created a fake airline with the CIA during the Cold War to help with efforts in Africa and flew many secret missions there and was involved in gun fights - Auctioneer of collectable coins - Was friends with the early Jewish Mafia of Las Vegas - Wright Brothers Master Pilot Award - On the board of the Nevada Museum of Art for his work to help artists - A racecar driver and owner of many high performance race cars - A boat captain - Brought Pavorotti to Las Vegas for the first time - A member of the Quiet Birdman - One of the pioneers of Earth Art - Operated one of the first gyms in Las Vegas - An author - Was a Boss on the Casino Floor for card games - An actor in various movies and was on the Board of Directors of the International Film Festival CineVegas, and was a member of the Screen Actor’s Guild - Howard Hughes’ personal pilot and last of all, - Spent 10 years organizing and cataloguing his fathers music, pictures, items, and data, along with writing the book “Mae West and the Count” which came out only a few months ago. This was the life of 1 single man who became one of my dearest friends in my entire life, and my favorite fan; Count Guido Robert Deiro. We so sadly lost him this week. And trust me; there is more. There are also many more “First in Las Vegas” and “First in Nevada” records I’m missing. It is simply too much to remember. All of it sounds impossible and simply not-believable. But the son of the "Father of the Piano Accordion" had everything documented to go along with a gargantuan amount of evidence for everything he said, from a Cuban Sargent’s medal given to him by one of his Nigerian Soldier’s during his secret trips to Africa, to his Ferrari Club of Nevada badge, to the actual meteorite he found, to his mountain of certificates from every field of the world, to pictures with Howard Hughes and parties he was invited to which included the likes of William Randolph Hearst, to videos of him in his prototype race car. As someone that spent so many hours with him on the phone, and was at his house 4 times for 10 days scoring through piles of objects, I can tell you; It was all there. It was all true. His incredible memory of pilot friends who died in the 50’s to who ran what organization that he dealt with in the 70’s or what secretary of a politician he had to smooth over to get a deal done in the 90’s was savant-like. He was, and may still be in 2019, the "Most Interesting Man in the World". This week, we have lost one of the great Renascence Men of the 20th century, and our closest connection to Piano Accordion History in North America. The man who started it all. Musically, Cory Pesaturo |
Video: 2019 Coupe Mondiale Virtuoso Entertainment category, Round I - Chinaby Harley Jones |
The Coupe Mondiale Virtuoso Entertainment category is in two rounds. The 1st, 2nd and 3rd placegetters Round I videos are above. The Round II videos will be in next weeks news. Enjoy the videos of the winners. Video 1. Virtuoso Entertainment Round I, 1st place, Gustavo Aliandre De Almeida (Brazil), Program Round I: A. Spaccarotella Tango Revenge E. Gismonti/ Arr A. Spaccarotella Frevo E. Bouvelle/ Arr A. Spaccarotella Sur Un Que De Migliavacca Video 2. Virtuoso Entertainment Round I, 2nd place, Artem Tretiakov (Russia) Program Round I: R. Ruggieri Carnivale J. Strachey These Foolish Things V. Vlasov Basso Ostinato Video 3. Virtuoso Entertainment Round I, 3rd place, Alexander Matveychuk (Russia) Program Round I: F.Waller - C.Bolling Honeysuckle Rose P.Makkonen When It's Lamp-Lightning Time In The Valley H.Creamer - L.Fancelli After You've Gone Video Archive Education Project sponsored by Scandalli and Accordions Worldwide. The videos of all 2019 Coupe Mondiale performers is online at: http://www.coupemondiale.org/2019/cn_coupemain.html |
New Humorous Video, Alexander Poeluev – Russiaby Christine Johnstone |
Accordionist Alexander Poeluev has just released a new video. It's a humorous cover of a popular Russian pop-song “Zacepila Menya” by Arthur Pirozhkov. Video: Alexander Poeluev (accordion, arranger), Elizaveta Poelueva (percussion, arranger, script writer), Eduard Bondarev (filmmaker), Anna Barsukova (editor), Dmitry Vodogretskiy (sound engineer), Denis Kovalskiy (composer). Thanks also to “AKKO” factory, Dmitry Avralev and to Mr.Jiang Jie, Rostov-on-Don 2019. |
Paul Chamberlain to Adjudicate at 100th Edinburgh Competition & Festival - Scotlandby Rob Howard |
Accordionist and teacher Paul Chamberlain (Ratho – picture left) will again adjudicate the 2020 competition accordion classes which were introduced by the Edinburgh Competition Festival for the first time in 2019. The Edinburgh Competition Festival dates are March 3rd to 15th, 2020. There are four levels for solo accordion players age 17 and under as well as an Open Class for any age, including adults. Traditional or classical pieces are welcome - all at the performer's own choice. Accordion categories are scheduled for Wednesday 4 March 2020. Roger Robertson, chairman of the Festival, said: "We are delighted to welcome back Paul Chamberlain. We had some excellent performers in the solo classes this year and a double concerto for bandoneon and guitar was one of the four finalists in our Concerto competition. In the Festival's 100th year we want to encourage entrants of all ages and stages. "Solo accordionists and ensembles can also enter the traditional music class which in 2020 will be adjudicated but non-competitive." The syllabus for the Centenary Festival has just been published and is available online. Closing date for entries is 30 November 2019. Download 2020 Syllabus: 2020ECFestRules.pdf |
"New and Unforgotten" Russian Gala Concert – New Zealandby Christine Johnstone |
Auckland accordion group “Ave Accordeon” (picture left) were invited to entertain at the "New and Unforgotten" Russian Gala Concert on September 7th at the Rose Centre in Belmont, Auckland. The group includes accordionists Lian Jones, Alanah Jones, Annabelle Ding, Eric Max plus Sean Max on saxophone. The festival, which was directed by Alexander Radchenko, included a variety of performances by folk groups, dance groups and instrumentalists. The following day, September 8th “Ave Accordeon” were guest performers at the Creative Keyboard Club in Browns Bay. Other performers at this event included the North Shore Music Makers Accordion Orchestra conducted by Renee Jeffries. |
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Fire, Rain & Espresso in Finals of "Creole" Competition - Germanyby Rob Howard |
The "Creole" competition is a reknown competition for Global Music looking for bands mixing up different music cultures with no fear of borders. Ten bands have been chosen to perform at the competition on September 13th and 14th in Dortmund's "Domicil" jazz club. Three piece band “Fire, Rain & Espresso: which includes Marko Kassl (accordion), Robert Beck (clarinet) and Nils Imhorst (double bass) are one of the finalists. They will play three compositions by Nils Imhorst and one piece by John Zorn. For details email: info@marko-kassl.de |
International Festival “Magic of Dance” in Khiva - Uzbekistanby Christine Johnstone |
Accordionist Martina Jembrisak will perform at the International Festival “Magic of Dance” with the ensemble AWF Warsaw (folk song and dance ensemble). The event will be held in Khiva, Uzbekistan from September 14th to 16th, 2019. Participants will include popular Uzbek and international dance groups, so attendees will be able to enjoy the diversity and richness of the national dances and take part in master classes led by Uzbek dance experts. Other highlights of the festival include a photo exhibition on ‘The History of the Uzbek Dance Art’, the local handicrafts fair, Uzbek puppet shows, and demonstrations of the colorful national dresses. Martina Jembrisak also gave a performance on September 12th in Dushanbe, Tajikistan with the ensemble AWF Warsaw. For further information email: jembrisakmartina@gmail.com |
Cory Pesaturo at 2nd Attleboro Italian Cultural Festival, Massachusetts - USAby Christine Johnstone |
The 2nd Annual Italian Cultural Festival honoring the life of St. Padre Pio will be held at the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Salette in Attleboro, Massachusetts on September 14th from 11am to 9pm. The festival will begin with a dance party and Tarantella dance contest, featuring Italian classic songs and American songs from the 1950’s to today, a religious concert, guest speaker Pompilio Petrillo (who will speak about his friendship with Padre Pio and why Padre Pio makes a difference today) and a Mass honoring Padre Pio. The event will finish with a dinner and entertainment. Popular accordionist Cory Pesaturo will perform a variety of music at the event. For further information: cory.pesaturo@gmail.com |
Tango Rendezvous "Masquerade Milonga" - Auckland, New Zealandby Christine Johnstone |
Video: Tango Project "Milonga De Cuatro", Astor Piazzolla "Triunfal" & "Libertango" March 2019 - Lian Jones (accordion), Irina Lgotkina (violin), Marija Durdevic (contrabass) and Natalia Meyta (piano). Tango quartet “Milonga de Cuatro” will entertain at a Masquerade Milonga – A Night of Disguise, organised by Tango Rendezvous on September 14th. The event will be held at the Mt Albert War Memorial Hall in Mt Albert, Auckland and celebrates 20 years of tango in Auckland. The quartet which includes accordionist and teacher Lian Jones will play traditional Argentine tango pieces. For details email: info@tangoenz.co.nz |
Tillingbourne Accordion Orchestra Bandstand Performance - UKby Christine Johnstone |
The Tillingbourne Accordion Orchestra will entertain at the Canbury Gardens Bandstand in Canbury, England on September 15th. This bandstand is in a beautiful setting by the river in Kingston upon Thames where you can watch a variety boats going along the river. It is perfect for a family picnic on a summer afternoon. The orchestra concert starts at 3pm and will run until 5pm. Admission is free. For further information phone: 020 8287 6208 |
Sharon Shannon Concerts in Denmarkby Christine Johnstone |
Irish accordionist Sharon Shannon and her band will continue their Sacred Earth Tour 2019 with concerts in Denmark this month. The band consists of Jim Murray (acoustic guitar), Jack Maher (electric guitar and vocals), Sean Regan (violin, percussion and beatbox) together with special guest Seckou Keota from Senegal (kora and percussion). They will perform a variety of music from Sharon's many albums as well as songs from the album Sacred Earth. Concert dates: September 18th: Hagges Musik Pub in Tonder. Phone: +45 74 72 44 49 September 19th: 2 concerts at Baltoppen Live in Ballerup. Phone: +45 44 77 30 60 September 20th: Halkaer Kro Kulturhus in Nibe. Phone: +45 40 16 15 10 |
Miloš Milivojević Solo Recital in London – Englandby Christine Johnstone |
Video: Promotion of Miloš Milivojevic debut solo CD titled "Accord for Life" released by Nimbus Records in October 2018. Miloš Milivojevic will perform a solo recital at the St Mary’s Church Perivale in London on September 18th. St Mary's Perivale is a tiny, beautiful 12th century church in West London. It has now been transformed by the Friends of St Mary's Perivale into an exceptional music venue serving West London. Milos’s program will include Bach: ‘Ich ruf zu dir, Herr Jesu Christ' BWV 639 Scarlatti: Two Sonatas Vlasov: Five views on Gulag state Angelis: Interieur Semionov: Don Rhapsodie no 2 (2nd movt) Admission is free. For further information mail: hmather@btopenworld.com |
“Classical Kicks” at the West Malling Festival - Kent, Englandby Christine Johnstone |
Following his September 18th performance at St Mary’s Church Perivale in London, Milos Milivojevic will perform with Lizzie Ball (violin and vocals) at “Classical Kicks” at the 9th West Malling Festival in Kent on September 20th. The festival, which aims to bring international artists to historical venues in and around West Malling, Kent, runs from September 15th to 28th, 2019 and celebrates an eclectic mix of fabulous music. The duo will premiere their brand new show exploring the life, times and relationship of Coco Chanel and Igor Stravinsky For further details email: info@musicatmalling.com |
Sergey Osokin Performs in Berlin – Germanyby Christine Johnstone |
Video: Pulse - Sergey Osokin, composer and accordionist, Professor Moscow, performs Pulse, released in 2018. Accordionist Sergey Osokin will give a concert at the School of Modern Drama Theater, Friedrichstraße in Berlin, Germany on September 19th. He will perform several pieces in Klezmer style re Odessa's anecdotes with Alexey Rozov (violin) and Marat Galeev (clarinet). For further details email: sergei_osokin@mail.ru |
Mario Tacca & Mary Mancini Cabaret Show at the Bean Runner Café - USAby Christine Johnstone |
Video: Mary Mancini & Mario Tacca perform live their version of The Carnival of Venice, vocals and accordion. Accordionist Mario Tacca and Mary Mancini (vocals) will entertain with an exciting cabaret show at The Bean Runner Café in Peekskill, New York on September 21st. The Bean Runner Café is a “hot live music café” that features live music every weekend including jazz, blues, reggae and soca music with performers, singers and songwriters from across the country. For reservations phone: 914-737-17 01 |
Duo “Vilda” at Without Borders Festival - Bulgariaby Christine Johnstone |
Duo “Vilda” which includes accordionist Viivi Saarenkylä and indigenous Samí singer Hildá Länsman (Finland) will perform at the Without Borders Art&Ethno Forum held at the Palace Balchik in Balchik, Bulgaria from September 20th to 22nd. The 2019 event, which celebrates their 10th anniversary is an international forum and a showcase for world music. Artists each year are selected by the organising committee. Duo Vilda play original music, composed and written by both members, influenced by northern nature, traditional Samí joik and Finnish folk, and pop music! For further details email: viivi@saarenkyla.fi |
Accordionist Michael Bridge & Kornel Wolak Debut Tour - USAby Rita Davidson Barnea, Editor USA Accordion News |
Video 1: Bach - "Violin Partita in E Major" Video 2: "Petite Fleur" Accordionist Michael Bridge and Kornel Wolak (clarinet) will be making their USA touring debut with 20 concerts throughout the USA Midwest from October 14th to November 17th, 2019. Michael and Kornel are an internationally acclaimed duo, pushing the limits of their instruments and musical styles into the 21st Century. They perform a uniquely orchestrated repertoire of classical, world and jazz fusion. For further information email: michael@michaelbridgemusic.com Their touring schedule is pictured below. |
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