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33. Castelfidardo Internationales Akkordeon-Festival - Italienby Harley Jones |
2008 Photographs & Results tägliche Berichterstattung Ein täglicher Fotoreport vom 33. Castelfidado Internationalem Festival und Wettbewerb gibt es bei Akkordeon Weltweit online nachzulesen. Die Resultate der verschiedenen Bewerbe werden so bald sie zur Verfügung sind ins Netz gestellt. Eine absolute Neuheit in diesem Jahr ist die “Akkordeon Musik-Reality Show” und viele Shows mit freiem Eintritt in den verschiedensten Teilen der Stadt. 2008 Photographs & Results tägliche Berichterstattung |
Coupe Mondiale - tägliche Berichterstattung aus Glasgow - GBby Harley Jones |
Ab 23. Oktober bis 26. Oktober haben Sie die Möglichkeit mit einer täglichen Berichterstattung bei Akkordeon Weltweit alle Geschehnisse des Coupe Mondiales in Glasgow/GB zu verfolgen. In diesem Jahr gibt es eine Rekordbeteiligung an Teilnehmern: 100 Bewerber messen sich in verschiedenen Kategorien |
Das Musictech Digital Orchesterkonzert, Castelfidardo – Italienby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
Das Orchester begeisterte das vollbesetztes “Teatro Astra”, Castelfidardo, mit einem vielseitigen Musikprogramm für Orchester und Soloeinlagen, um die Vielseitigkeit des digitalen Instrumentes dem Publikum vorzuführen. Einen kompletten Bericht gibt es in English online (Full Concert Review in English). Für das Konzert waren alle Spieler mit einem Mixer verbunden (jeder Spieler auf einem Kanal und ein Digital Bassakkordeon versorgte das gesamte Orchester mit den Basstönen. Vor dem Konzert spielte das MusicTech Digital Orchester zur Freude des Publikums vor dem Reality Haus mit einer Kombination von mobilen 2 Verstärkern, 5 Akkordeons auf 5 Kanälen. Ein Concert Review gibt es auf Englisch. |
Julian "Speedy" Gonzales Konzerte in Chinaby Horst Fausel, Hohner, Product Manager, Accordion |
Julian "Speedy" Gonzales war zusammen mit dem Internationalem Hohner Team vom 1-5 Oktober Gast auf dem Akkordeonfestival in Tianjin, China. Viele Vorführungen auf dem Hohnerstand sowie ein Konzert am Samstag den 4. Oktober begeisterten das zahlreiche Publikum. Speedy’s Konzertprogramm: Franck, Mozart, Scarlatti, Semionov; Virtuosenunterhaltung mit Musik von Richard, Galliano, Piazzolla, Gillespie. Mit auf der Bühne Cyril Blanchard (auch Student des bekannten französichen Akkordeondozenten Frédéric Deschamps). Zusammen beendeten sie ihren Auftritt natürlich mit ’Französischem Musette’ Stücken und wurden von den Zuschauern mit rauschendem Beifall belohnt. Als Mitglied des Internationalen Hohner Teams wird Speedy vom 1-5 November in St Petersburg, Russland und vom 13-17 November auf der Friedrichshafen Messe/Deutschland sein. |
Concerto World Premiere, Eskisehir – Turkeyby Rob Howard |
Marko Kassl (accordion), and Esra Pehlivanli (viola), with the Anadolu University Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Burak Tuzun, will give a world premiere performance of ‘Devil’s Diary’ Concerto for Viola and Accordion, composed by Selim Dogru, on October 24th, 8pm, at Atatürk Culture and Art Center, Anadolu University Campus 26470, Eskisehir. German-born Marko Kassl studied with the renowned accordionist Professor Mie Miki, and graduated with distinction for his master degree at the Music Academy, Dortmund. He later completed a soloist diploma at the Music Academy, Essen. Since 2004, he and Turkish viola player Esra Pehlivanli have performed together in many countries. For further information email: info@esralto.com |
Hofer Akkordeonisten besuchen Brasilienby Kevin Friedrich |
Das Akkordeonduo Julian Feulner und Johannes Dimmling von der Musikschule der Hofer Symphoniker besuchte in den letzten zwei Wochen zusammen mit ihrem Lehrer Günther Zeilinger das Land Brasilien. Das Duo gab 6 Konzerte in den verschiedensten Städten. Die Konzertreise wurde durch die wirtschaftliche Partnerschaft der Städte Hof und Caruaru, einer Stadt 150 km westlich von Recife, ermöglicht. Dort fand auch das erste Konzert der beiden Akkordeonisten statt. Caruaru ist in Brasilien die Wiege der Akkordeonmusik, genauer die des Forró. Forró ist der dort sehr weit verbreitete Musikstil, der von einem Trio aus Akkordeon, Trommel und Triangel gespielt wird. Eine TV-Produktion des dortigen Fernsehens mit den beiden Deutschen und zwei Akkordeonisten aus Caruaru sollte die klassische Akkordeonmusik der dort üblichen Musik gegenüberstellen und die beiden Stile vergleichen. Brasilien kennt also das Akkordeon als Instrument sehrwohl, jedoch nicht mit der Literatur wie sie in Europa üblicherweise gespielt wird. Weitere Auftrittsmöglichkeiten für das Duo kamen durch die hervorragende Kooperation mit den Generalkonsulaten der Bundesrepublik Deutschland in den Städten Recife und Rio de Janeiro zustande. Die beiden Akkordeonisten umrahmten beispielsweise Staatsempfänge zum Tag der deutschen Einheit in Rio de Janeiro und Recife, spielten im Konservatorium von Recife und gaben noch weitere 2 Konzerte in Rio de Janeiro und Salvador da Bahia. Das Konzert in Salvador fand im Rahmen des Projektes „Barroco na Bahia“ des deutschen Paters Hans Bönisch statt. Das Projekt existiert seit nunmehr 16 Jahren und umfasst bis jetzt nahezu 1000 Konzerte mit Künstlern aus aller Welt und allen Musikrichtungen. Das Hofer Duo war jedoch der erste akkordeonistische Beitrag. Info: julian_feulner@t-online.de |
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Roland V Accordion Results, Ontario - Canadaby Rob Howard |
The 2008 Canadian Roland V-Accordion contest took place on September 25th at the Hansa Haus in Mississauga, Ontario. The winner was 25 year old Moldovan-born Ivan Preanicov, who was awarded a FR-7 V-Accordion and the honor of representing Canada at the International Accordion Finals in Italy on November 8th. Sergiu Popa, from Montreal, was placed second in the competition and Steve Normandin, from Quebec City, took third spot. Ivan Preanicov’s played the ‘Spanish Suite No. 3’, by Anatoli Beloschizki, and ‘Voronezh Cowboy’, by Vyacheslav Chernikov. His performance showcased his incredibly fast technique as well musicality earning him a popular first place. The winner of the Roland Junior title was 17 years old Austin Kawa, from Edmonton. |
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Klaus Paier on Tour – Austria, Germany, Egyptby Rob Howard |
Klaus Paier studied accordion, jazz and composition at Klagenfurt Conservatory, constantly experimenting during this time in various styles (classical, jazz, contemporary music) and, since 1993, consistently carrying out his own projects. Whenever asked which form of music has influenced him most strongly, Klaus Paier replies: “Jazz and tango gave me the freedom to develop my own language of music”. Paier’s forthcoming tour involves concerts with his trio, the Radio String Quartet of Vienna, and as a duo with cellist Asja Valcic. October 19th, 7pm - Deichtorhallen-Haus der Photographie, Hamburg, Germany 23rd, 7pm – Caverne, Arthotel Blaue Gans, Salzburg, Austria 24th 9pm - Glashaus/Garage, Spittal/Drau, Austria 27th, 8pm - Open Air Theatre, Cairo, Egypt 28th, 5pm - Open Air concert, University Qena, Egypt November 1st, 8.30pm – Spielboden, Dornbirn, Austria 14th, 8pm - Amthof, Feldkirchen, Kärnten, Austria 15th, 7.30pm – Kultursaal, St. Andrä, Austria 21st, 9pm - Alte Burg, Gmünd, Kärnten, Austria 22nd, 8.30pm - Völkermarkt Step, Austria 26th – Accordion Festival, Munich, Germany 27th - Kulturinitiative Huanza, Reutte, Tyrol, Austria 28th – Jazzherbst, Burghausen, Germany December 12th, 8.30pm – Kik, Ried, Innkreis, Austria For further information email: klaus.paier@aon.at |
Buckwheat Zydeco at O2 Arena, London – UKby Rob Howard |
Buckwheat Zydeco, from Louisiana, USA, will perform at ‘The Festival New Orleans’ at The O2 Arena, Drawdock Road, London SE10 0BB, on October 24th and 25th. One of Zydeco’s most popular performers, accordionist Stanley ‘Buckwheat’ Dural has succeeded his mentor, the late Clifton Chenier as a leader in the genre. His style of accordion-driven Zydeco features strains of rock and R&B, and in the process reaches a wider mainstream audience than any artiste before him. Dural was born in Lafayette, Louisiana on November 14, 1947; with his braided hair, he soon acquired the nickname “Buckwheat” (an homage to the Our Gang character), and by the age of four was already touted as a piano prodigy. Although often exposed to traditional zydeco as a child, he preferred R&B, and by the mid-1950s was playing professionally with Lynn August; Dural’s notoriety as a keyboardist quickly spread, and he also backed notables including Joe Tex and Clarence “Gatemouth” Brown. In 1971, Dural founded Buckwheat and the Hitchhikers, a 16-piece funk band which he led for the next half-decade; however, in 1976 he finally fell under zydeco’s sway when recruited to back Chenier — a friend of his father — on tour. Originally brought on as an organist, Dural picked up the accordion within two years and began learning from the master himself; rechristening himself Buckwheat Zydeco, he formed his own combo by 1979, the Ils Sont Partis Band (translated as “They’re off!, ” so named in honor of the cry heard at the beginning of each horse race at the Lafayette track). The Festival New Orleans is a free festival at The O2 Arena, celebrating New Orleans music and culture, and involving 20 bands and musicians. The event runs from 5pm – 11pm on Friday October 24th, and 3pm – 11pm on Saturday October 25th, and coincides with the New Orleans Saints' official NFL game against the San Diego Chargers at Wembley. The event will also feature Louisiana food demonstrations, the Mardi Gras Indians, and a host of authentic New Orleans attractions, including a recreation of the French Quarter’s famous Bourbon Street. |
NAO North West Championships, Blackpool – UKby Rob Howard |
The NAO North West Accordion Championships, previously held in Fleetwood, will take place this year on the North Pier, Blackpool, on Sunday November 2nd, 9am until 8pm. The organiser is Gina Brannelli, and the adjudicators are Fred and Mavis Parnell, Ken and Wendy Farran, and Raymond Bodell. For further information email: gina.brannelli@btinternet.com |
Those Darn Accordions, California - USAby Rob Howard |
San Francisco's accordion-driven sextet plays quirky, catchy music that makes people take notice. Featuring accordionists Paul Rogers, Carri Abrahms, Susie Davis and Suzanne Garramone, backed by drummer Michael Messer and bass player Lewis Wallace, TDA’s mix of accordion music, song and humour is original and varied – including everything from rock and funk to polka and even swing. Their upcoming dates include… October 17th – 142 Throckmorton Theater, Mill Valley, California 18th – The Palms Playhouse, Winters, California 22nd – Oktoberfest on behalf of Yahoo (private event) For further information email: tda@thosedarnaccordions.com |
Marco Lo Russo in ‘Concha Bonita’, Rome, Naples - Italyby Rob Howard |
Italian accordionist Marco Lo Russo is appearing with the show ‘Concha Bonita’ at the Teatro Ambra, Jovinelli, Rome, from October 7th until 26th – Rome, then from October 28th to November 2nd at the Teatro Delle Palme, Naples. For further information email: fisa@marcolorusso.com |
28th International Accordion Festival, Haute Provence – Franceby Rob Howard |
The 28th International Accordion Festival takes place in Digne-Les-Bains, Haute Provence, October 24th to 26th. The daily schedule includes: October 24th, 6pm – seminar ‘Rhythms and Images’ 25th, 6pm – concert featuring Argentinean tango music 7pm – concert featuring young accordion talent 26th, 3pm - concert featuring young accordion talent 4.30pm – final concert For further information email: info@ot-dignelesbains.fr |
‘Accordion Day’ at Chetham’s, Manchester – UKby Rob Howard |
Chetham's School of Music, Manchester, North West England, holds an ‘Accordion Day’ on Sunday November 2nd, 10am until 4pm. This will be a great opportunity to explore this fascinating instrument and to understand how it is developing in the wider musical world. With workshops, master classes and concerts, this exciting and informative day will be led by Murray Grainger. For further information email: rachelgee@chethams.com |
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New Music - 'The Original Boogie Woogie, advanced version' 'The Original Boogie Woogie, intermediate version'by Rebecca Oliver |
Rebecca Oliver accordionist as well as a arranger and music writer, releases 2 new works for accordion available for purchase online, 'The Original Boogie Woogie, advanced version' and 'The Original Boogie Woogie, intermediate version'. Samples of this music are available on the site. The music is in eSheet format, able to be emailed to your computer. Purchase with credit card. |
New Music - 'Impulse of passion'by Vassily Glubochenko |
Vassily Glubochenko - accordionist as well as a composer, arranger, and scientist, release 1 new work for accordion available for purchase online, 'Impulse of passion'. Samples of this music is available on the site. The music is in eSheet format, able to be emailed to your computer. Purchase with credit card. |
Vassily Glubochenko release 1 new workby Vassily Glubochenko |
Vassily Glubochenko - accordionist as well as a composer, arranger, and scientist, release 1 new work for accordion available for purchase online - ‘Sleepwalker', catalog:gvassily038. Sample of this music is available on the site. The music is in eSheet format, able to be emailed to your computer. Purchase with credit card. |
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Encoreby Frank Farmer |
Romano Viazzani is an accordion teacher and a popular performer on the UK accordion circuit. CD Reviews Index. |
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