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‘Parrot Cup’ National Accordion Competition, Beijing - Chinaby Harley Jones |
The Chinese Accordion Association (CAA) organised the second annual ‘Parrot Cup’ National Accordion Competition, August 16th to 19th, at the Dongcheng Children's Palace, Beijing. The contest attracted 1,400 participants, coming from 20 provinces and cities - the youngest only four years old, and the oldest over sixty. The competition is divided into various age categories, includes ensemble and chamber music sections, and caters for stradella and free bass instruments. The festival included several concerts, including performances by Russian Bayan maestro Yuri Shishkin. The event will greatly promote the development of the accordion in China. For further information email: longli1020@yahoo.com.cn |