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Guardia Nueva à la Oulainen Music Week – Finlande
Trio Macédonien, Zorica Karakutovska (accordéon), en concert à Rome - Italie
8ème Festival Accordéon Passion - France
Des accordéonistes se produisent à l'Oktoberfest de Fort Worth – États-Unis
Aotango Quintet Concert Tour - New Zealand
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Black Pencil Winners: Nieuw Geneco Fair Practice Award 2023 - NetherlandsKsenija Sidorova Appointed Visiting Professor at RAM - UKFree Celebration mp3 Album, Honoring Lou Jacklich, Accordion Pioneer, Teacher, and Artist – USA
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Accordionists Entertain at Elfia Festival - NetherlandsBudapest Cafe Orchestra Mini Tour - ScotlandBrandon McPhee Performs at The Plaza - EnglandVille Hiltula Tango Cuarteto Tokyo Concert - JapanNoria and The Parisians at Open Studio - AustraliaVardos Trio Concert at Melbourne Recital Centre - AustraliaHonky-Tonk Jump Perform with Guitarist Pat Donohue - USAHanzhi Wang Begins 2023/2024 Concert Series – USA & CanadaAnnual NorthEast Squeeze-In - USAHugo Travi Performs at Centro Cultural San Martin - Argentina
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Reportages quotidiens : 48ème Prix et Festival International d'Accordéon "PIF Citta di Castelfidardo" - Italieby Harley Jones |
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 Reportages quotidiens du 13 septembre en ligne sur : 2023CastelfidardoLes reportages quotidiens comprennent des photos, des vidéos et les résultats au fil de leur publication. La programmation du 48ème PIF Castelfidardo propose une très large programmation de concerts ainsi que des concours de musique et la fréquentation est désormais revenue à des niveaux égaux aux Festivals PIF d'avant covid. Rapports quotidiens du 13 septembre en ligne sur : 2023Castelfidardo |
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Guardia Nueva à la Oulainen Music Week – Finlandeby Christine Johnstone |
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  La Oulainen Music Week se tiendra à Oulainen, en Finlande, du 29 octobre au 19 novembre 2023 et proposera des concerts de musique classique, de jazz, de musique folklorique et de musique pour enfants, complétés par les plus grands noms du divertissement.Guardia Nueva se produira lors de ce festival avec le chanteur Jarkko Ahola le 3 novembre 2023 à 19h au Yläkoulu Sali. Leur répertoire comprend du tango argentin, de la musique de divertissement finlandaise, du tango électro, de la musique d'église et de Noël. Le chef d'orchestre et directeur musical de Guardia Nueva depuis sa création est Raimo Vertainen. L'orchestre Guardia Nueva vient de terminer son dernier programme de concerts d'été au Naantali Sunfest et répétera ce programme à la Oulainen Music Week. Parmi les autres accordéonistes présents au festival, citons Hyperborea (photo ci-dessus à gauche) le 1er novembre 2023 au Merkuriussali à 19h. Ce groupe comprend l'accordéoniste Antti Paalanen. Le 8 novembre 2023 à 19h, le Ryyppymäki String Band (accordéoniste Henna Hannula) se produira à l'église d'Oulainen à 19h. Pour plus de détails email: musiikki@oulainen.fi |
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Trio Macédonien, Zorica Karakutovska (accordéon), en concert à Rome - Italieby Anica Karakutovska |
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| Le trio macédonien est composé de professeurs de la Faculté de musique de Skopje. Les musiciens sont : Zorica Karakutovska (accordéon), Marija Gjosevska (piano) et Aleksandar Kotevski (violoncelle) de l'Orchestre Philharmonique de Macédoine. Le trio donnera un concert dans la ville éternelle de Rome, en Italie, ce dimanche (17 septembre) à partir de 21h15 dans la magnifique ambiance du Teatro Marcello de Rome. Le trio interprétera un répertoire varié, notamment des transcriptions d'œuvres de L. van Beethoven ; F. Schubert ; WA Mozart ; J. Brahms ; S. Rachmaninov ; E. Derbenco; I. Albéniz et A. Piazzolla. Ils interprèteront également une composition du célèbre compositeur macédonien Bete Ilin intitulée « Paraphrase macédonienne n°1 ». Cette œuvre a été spécialement arrangée pour ce trio pour ce concert. Cette composition captivante composée dans un style contemporain met en valeur les structures rythmiques complexes du folklore macédonien (7/8, 9/8) tout en échappant à l'inspiration des chants traditionnels macédoniens. Le trio a commencé à se produire ensemble il y a de nombreuses années et chaque professeur fait également partie d'autres ensembles professionnels. |
8ème Festival Accordéon Passion - Franceby Christine Johnstone |
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 Le 8ème Festival Accordéon Passion se tiendra à Beynat, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France du 22 au 24 septembre 2023 organisé par le Club Bruyères.L'événement comprendra trois jours d'activités d'accordéon comme suit : • 22 septembre : Concert avec Magali Ripoll au Gymnase Beynat • 23 septembre : Visite du Musée avec l'accordéoniste Jean-Claude Labouchet à 10h ; concours d'accordéon de 13h à 18h ; et de 14h à minuit, gala dansant avec Denis Salesse, Sébastien Farge, Jean-Claude Labouchet, Nicole Berges, Anaïs Bessieres, Lucia Genilloud, Michel Chevarin, Guillaume Fric, Bernard Rual et Rémi Sallard. • 24 septembre : Messe à l'église avec Sébastien Farge ; musique dans les rues à partir de 11h ; et à partir de 14h au Gymnase Beynat il y aura de la danse avec Gérard Gouny et ses 4 musiciens. Pour plus de détails téléphonez : 07 86 74 80 70 |
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Des accordéonistes se produisent à l'Oktoberfest de Fort Worth – États-Unisby Christine Johnstone |
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  Les accordéonistes se produiront à l'Oktoberfest de Fort Worth à Trinity Park, Fort Worth, Texas, États-Unis, du 21 au 2 septembre 2023.L’événement est une « célébration de trois jours de la culture allemande avec le meilleur du divertissement bavarois ». Le programme est le suivant : • 21 octobre : Alex Meixner Band à la Spaten Halle, Mike Middleton (photo de gauche) au Karbach Biergarten, Alpenmusikanten avec Alan Walling (accordéon – photo en haut à droite) à la Spaten Halle et Walburg Boys à Van Zandt Zelt. • 22 octobre : Alex Meixner Band au Van Zandt Zelt, Mike Middleton au Karbach Biergarten et The Walburg Boys (photo ci-dessous) au Van Zandt Zelt • 23 octobre : Alex Meixner Band à la Spaten Halle, Alpenmusikanten à Van Zandt Zelt et Walburg Boys à la Spaten Halle. |
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| Concert Tour promotional video. The Aotango quintet which features World Champion accordionist Grayson Masefield, Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra (APO) Concertmaster Andrew Beer, NZTrio pianist Somi Kim, APO Principal Bass Gordon Hill and Jazz guitarist Sam Swindells will perform a series of concerts in the North Island of New Zealand during October 2023. The concerts are entitled “A Century of Tango” and will begin at the Dargaville Methodist Church in Dargaville on October 2nd, 2023. Further concerts will be held in Tauranga on October 4th, Taupo on October 5th and in Rotorua on October 6th. The concerts are a musical journey through the evolution of tango, showcasing popular favourites such as El Choclo, Por una Cabeza and La Cumparsita, to the revolutionary nuevo tango style works of Argentinian composer Ástor Piazzolla. Their shows highlight each member as world class artists. They perform as a quintet, as soloists and in other combinations to present a style of tango and world music that is very appealing to a wide audience base. Purchase tickets for all concerts: Aotango Tickets |
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| Black Pencil are the winners of the Nieuw Geneco Fair Practice Award 2023 for their unbridled commitment and commitment to a fair and sustainable practice in new music. The award ceremony was held at the TivoliVredenburg music complex in Utrecht, Netherlands on September 8th, during the Gaudeamus Muziekweek. The jury consisted of Karmit Fadael (composer, board member and chairman Nieuw Geneco Young), David Dramm (composer) and Davo van Peursen (director Donemus Publishing). The jury used the following criteria for the selection process: • fair remuneration for composition assignments • respecting rights • clear communication and agreements • free artistic space for composers • sustainable development of audience, repertoire and performance opportunities • special impact on Dutch musical life and composers “Ensemble Black Pencil distinguishes itself by commissioning compositions year after year for their special and challenging line-up. With the project Into Space, Black Pencil gave various commissions to Calliope Tsoupaki, Arnoud Noordegraaf, Aart Strootman, Meriç Artaç, among others, in which Flevoland, Land Art and new music inspire each other, under the motto daring new land, daring new compositions. In the opinion of the jury, the project serves as an example of "think global, act local".” |
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by Christine Johnstone
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| Classical accordionist Ksenija Sidorova has been appointed Visiting Professor at the Royal Academy of Music in London, England, UK. Ksenija is “excited to work with the wonderful students of Owen Murray, my professor, at my alma mater”. Her appointment will begin this academic year. |
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| August was a banner and roller-coaster month for Lou Jacklich, West Coast electronic accordion pioneer from the late 1950s, teacher and performer for nearly eight decades…and still at it! August 2023 started with a guest solo appearance at the Silicon Valley Accordion Society monthly meeting in Los Gatos, CA. He delighted the audience with a technically elite program of his outstanding original virtuoso jazz standard and classic arrangements of: “Summertime,” “Misty,” “Bumblebee – Bumble Boogie,” “Holiday for Strings,” ”Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2,” and one of his signature pieces, “A Tribute to George Gershwin” (with the theme of “Rhapsody in Blue” accented with woven hits of “The Man I Love,” “’S Wonderful,” “Bess, You is My Woman Now,” “An American in Paris,” “Summertime,” “Fascinating Rhythm,” and “I Got Rhythm”). Known for creatively composing original tunes on the spot with notes suggested by audience members, he dazzled them with four notes into a flirtatious melody using a wide range of advanced accordion skills. Many are on his eTracks mp3 album: "Lou Jacklich Plays" Catalog: jacklicheT Price is only US$8 for the mp3 album You can hear 30 second sound samples as well. As a special celebration of his 95th birthday, Lou Jacklich has authorised that his mp3 album be sent free to all who request. Please send your request for this excellent album to Pamela Tom, Email: accordionpam@gmail.com Thank you to the amazing Lou Jacklich for the very fine gift. There is also an extensive history of his career online at: Lou Jacklich At the 32nd Annual Cotati Accordion Festival, Elaine Cooperstein (SFAC Treasurer and Lou Jacklich student) introduced and paid tribute to her teacher and then presented Nicholas Plasichuk with SFAC’s 2023 $500 Student Scholarship in honor of Lou Jacklich. Unfortunately Lou could not attend due to Covid-19. Towards the end of August Lou Jacklich was surprised by some of his students with a group SKYPE chat to celebrate his 95th birthday (picture below). Students wished him well and shared their favorite anecdotes among countless experiences he related as a performer. A favorite story during the call included the gig he once played at a nudist colony (he refused to follow the norm, “When in Rome…”). Jane Tripi performed her jazz interpretation of “Happy Birthday.” |
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 Accordionists will entertain at the Elfia Festival held at Arcen Castle in Arcen, Venlo, Netherlands on September 16th and 17th, 2023. The event “presents itself as a fantasy country with an own flag, a national anthem, chosen queens, ambassadors, a home for every fantasy and historical creation possible.”Festival events include a variety of concerts, demonstrations, costume parades, music workshops, magic shows, and lots more. Accordion performers include: • Duo Clercx (picture left) which includes brothers Hendrik Clercx (accordion & violin) and Gert-Jan Clercx (violin, tin whistles & bagpipes) • Pirates’ Picnic consisting of Leo (accordion & cajon), with bouzouki, guitar, violin and vocals) • Airboxes – accordion duo Bert Leemans and Guus Herremans • Good Habits - pictured below - Pete Shaw (accordion) and Bonnie Schwarz (cello and vocals) For details email: elfoffice@elfia.com |
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by Christine Johnstone
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| The Budapest Cafe Orchestra began their mini tour of Scotland this week in Peebles, which will include a program of instrumental versions of traditional Gaelic folk tunes. The group consists of Eddie Hession (accordion), Christian Garrick (violin), Kelly Cantlon (double bass) and Adrian Zolotuhin (guitar, saz, balalaika, domra). Concert schedule: September 16th: Strathpeffer Pavilion September 18th: Dunvegan Community Hall September 19th: Torridon Estate September 20th: New Deer Public Hall September 21st: Johnshaven Village Hall September 22nd: Falkland Community Hall September 23rd: St Andrew's Parish Church Moffat |
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 Scottish accordionist Brandon McPhee will perform at The Plaza, Stockport, England on September 17th, at 7.30pm. It’s not often an accordionist tops the bill at The Plaza, and Brandon is a popular performer, composer and prolific recording artiste, has won numerous awards and competitions, including the prestigious All Scotland Championship. A special guest at this event is Tony Allen (of Foster & Allen fame). For details phone: (0161) 477 7779 |
by Christine Johnstone
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| The Ville Hiltula Tango Cuarteto will perform a live concert at the Roppongi C*Laps Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan on September 18th, 2023 from 1pm. Quartet members are Ville Hiltula (bandoneón), Atsushi Yoshida (violin), Naoko Aoki (piano) and Shinji Tanaka (bass). Their program will feature works by Astor Piazzolla. For details phone: 03-6421-1263 |
by Christine Johnstone
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| Acclaimed French chanteuse Noria Letts brings the verve, swing, and excitement of a Parisian jazz club to the Open Studio in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia on September 21st, 2023 from 7pm. Backing Noria are the Parisians featuring Dave Evans (accordion), Steve Sedergreen (piano), Nick Heywood (bass) and Phil Collings (drums). |
by Christine Johnstone
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| The Vardos Trio which includes accordionist Sophia Chapman will perform a “Music to Spy to” concert at the Melbourne Recital Centre in Victoria, Australia on September 22nd, 2023 at 7pm. The show “presents the intriguing true story of a violinist turned spy catcher in 1970s Romania through violin, piano accordion and double bass, exploring echoes of the Ceausescu regime that can be felt at every turn.” For details email: vardos@vardos.com.au |
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| Honky-Tonk Jump will perform a special show with guitarist & vocalist Pat Donohue at the Belvedere, Crooners Supper Club in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA on September 24th, 2023 at 4pm. The show, “Jazz with a Cowboy Hat” will include a variety of “guitar-slinging, soulful singing and joke flinging with Western swing, boogie-woogie and the blues”. Performers also include Dan Newton (accordion & vocals), Richard Kriehn (violin & vocals), Tom Schaefer (violin), Joe Savage (pedal steel & vocals), Dan Lowinger (guitar), Vaughn Asselstine (bass) and Dehl Gallagher (drums). |
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| Accordionist Hanzhi Wang began her 2023/2024 concert series with a solo performance in New York, USA on September 7th, 2023, as part of the Classical Music Under the Stars in East Hampton music event. Hanzhi will continue with a variety of solo and duo concerts in September, October and November 2023 as follows: • September 27th: concert with violinist Lun li in New York, USA • October 12th: concert in Bourgie Hall, Montreal, Canada with Avi Avital (mandolin – picture below). • October 14th: concert at the Noords Center, Orem, Utah, USA with Avi Avital • October 15th: concert at Zellerbach Hall, Berkeley, California, USA with Avi Avital • October 16th: concert at Lobero Theatre, Santa Barbara, California, USA with Avi Avital • October 19th: concert at Saratoga Performing Arts Center, Saratoga, NY, USA with Avi Avital • October 20th: concert at New York Philharmonic, New York, NY, USA with Avi Avital • October 21st: concert at Sixth & I, Washington DC, USA with Avi Avital • October 22nd: concert at BrickBox Theater, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA with Avi Avital • October 24th: solo concert at the Church of the Intercession in New York, NY, USA • November 16th: solo concert in New York, NY, USA |
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by Rita Davidson Barnea, Editor USA Accordion News
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| The Annual NorthEast Squeeze-In will be held at the Wisdom House Retreat & Conference Center in Litchfield, Connecticut, USA from September 30th to October 3rd, 2023. The event is a gathering of free-reed players and their partners—not a festival, not a tutorial camp, but a laid-back music-filled weekend organized and led by volunteers who play concertina, button accordion, piano accordion, and the like. Participants range from absolute beginners to seasoned professionals. They offer each other workshops, play tunes and songs in an amazing assortment of genres, jam from early morning until late at night, and present an eclectic concert on Saturday in which performers of every level and any instrument are welcome. The concert is followed by a contra dance, along with informal sessions that take place in every nook and cranny of the venue. For more information email: Lynnh1947@gmail.com |
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| Accordionist Hugo Travi will perform at Centro Cultural San Martin, Sala Enrique Muino in Buenos Aires, Argentina on October 10th. 2023 at 8.30pm. Their program will feature classical, jazz and traditional music. See poster for details. |
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Rapports journaliers, 76ème Coupe Mondiale 2023, Bijeljina - Bosnie-Herzégovineby Harley Jones |
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 Page d'accueil vidéo et horaire vidéo sur : 2023CM-VideoRésultats, rapports quotidiens, photos sur : 2023CM-Report Les rapports quotidiens de vidéos et de photos ont commencé avec le concert d'ouverture. Il y aura des vidéos de chaque concurrent de la Coupe Mondiale et des concerts, fournies par le CIA Video Archive and Education Project. Les résultats de la Coupe Mondiale seront annoncés à 18 heures, le samedi 9 septembre. Télécharger l'affiche imprimable de l'événement : 2023CM-poster.jpg |
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