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18-Mar-2011
by Harley Jones
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 The Accordion Federation of North America (AFNA, Inc.) will host their 55th annual music festival August 5th to 7th 2011 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Irvine, CA.This music festival and competition is open to accordion and piano students from the age of four to adult and offers categories for the beginner, intermediate and advanced musician. The famous AFNA Royal Banquet offers students and parents a chance to enjoy an evening together watching their children compete for the coveted King and Queen Awards! Over 2000 trophies are awarded each year to students who compete in the 54 categories offered to accordion and piano students. AFNA, Inc. gave away over $5000 in cash awards at their 2010 festival in honor of their founding member, Sylvia Prior (picture right). These winners won cash, trophies, and a chance to perform solo in front of an excellent AFNA Festival Concerto Orchestra. Hotel rates, when reserved through AFNA, Inc. are $125 per night for double occupancy. These discounted rates are good for three days before and after the AFNA Festival. There is free shuttle service from John Wayne Orange County Airport and the hotel is close to the South Coast and Fashion Island Malls. Music Studio owners or Accordion Club presidents interested in bringing their groups to the festival should contact AFNA Coordinator, Sandra Martin at (714) 381-9536 for information. For further information email: AFNAMUSIC@gmail.com |