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Review: Michael Bridge Xenia Online Concert - Canadaby Rita Davidson Barnea, Editor USA Accordion News |
Video above: Michael Bridge online concert. On April 6, 2020, Michael Bridge presented his first Xenia online video concert broadcast from his living room in Canada. The concert, which came with a downloadable program booklet was followed by a Q&A. Michael presented the program on two accordions, the first half with his acoustic accordion and the second half with his digital accordion. Not only was his program enjoyable but it also was educational. Michael explained the difference between the two accordions as well as providing a brief but highly informative introduction to each selection. Michael has a gentle friendly manner and is instantly likable as a performer. I felt as if Michael was talking to me personally. Michael’s program included: Spanish Dance no. 5 ”Andaluza” Enrique Granados Italian Concerto I. Allegro, J.S Bach Fench Suite no. 5 in G major VII. Gigue , J.S. Bach Hallelujah, Leonard Cohen Daichovo Horo, Trad. Bulgarian Palladia, Karl Jenkins Misty, Joe Garland 1812 Overture, P. I. Tchaikovsky The mission of Xenia Concerts Inc. is to offer high quality music and arts performances, presentations, and educational programs. Thank you to Michael for the quality of his performance and I look forward to more performances. |