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XV Dani Harmonica Festival - Bosnia and Herzegovina
Akkordeon Orchester Köln Deutz e.V. Concert with Mandolin Orchestra – Germany
Aotango: Live at the Auckland Museum - New Zealand
West Country Concertina Players Workshop Weekend – England, UK
Reports for Concerts, Masterclasses, Competitions, Festivals, etc. |
ATG Professional Development Course Featuring Jelena Milojevic - USA
16th Premio Andrea Parodi Music Competition - Italy
Party Cruise with Accordionist Benoit Nortier – France, Italy and Spain
Tracey Collins Entertains at Katikati Twilight Festival – New Zealand
Video: Dúo Éire Performing “Serenata Andaluza” - Spain
Future events |
Urs Lötscher Accordion Workshop - Switzerland
Benefit Matinee Concert – Netherlands
Accordionists Entertain at “2023 Shamrock the Dock” - USA
Ville Hiltula March Tango Concerts – Japan
Seattle Accordion Social - USA
Harmonika-Band Radevormwald e.V. 2023 Annual Concerts – Germany
Dinner Dance with Isabelle Debarre Orchestre - France
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AAA 85th Anniversary In-Person Festival: July 12-16, 2023 - USAby Joan Grauman Morse, AAA Historian |
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  The American Accordionists' Association (AAA) celebrates its 85th Anniversary festival at the Marriott Philadelphia West in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, USA from July 12th to 16th, 2023.Organisers are very excited to announce that the delightful, dynamic and brilliant world renowned conductor, Joan C. Sommers, will be conducting this year’s Festival Orchestra! The AAA Festival committee is busy adding new events constantly, so please check the AAA website regularly. Registration forms will be online soon as well. Meanwhile, below are just a few of the exciting events we have planned. We are very pleased to announce that New Zealand born Grayson Masefield will be joining us for performances and workshops. Very personable and well-spoken, Grayson has won and been laureate at over a dozen international accordion competitions around the world in classical, virtuoso and digital categories. He is currently the instrumental music teacher for accordion at the University of Auckland, NZ. Another special guest performer will be accordion legend Joey Miskulin. Inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2018 for his extraordinary accomplishments with the piano accordion, Joey continues to delight listeners with his “flying fingers” and ability to engage audiences. Conducting our Youth Orchestra for this year’s festival will be Joanna Darrow. Joanna has dedicated her entire life to performing, teaching and promoting the accordion. She has performed several times with the Philadelphia Orchestra, and performed all over Europe, for over 30 years, with her accordion teacher/husband, the late Stanley Darrow. Joanna has accordion students of all ages and has conducted ensembles and orchestras for many years. At our festival’s Saturday banquet, the AAA will award its coveted Lifetime Achievement Award to long-time AAA Board member Frank Busso Sr. Frank has been an educator, performer, conductor and all-around ambassador of the accordion for decades. Keep checking our AAA website for announcements of additional performers, workshop presenters and events! To read more about Joan Cochran Sommers, Frank Busso Sr., Joey Miskulin, and to learn more about the events that led to the formation of the AAA, please see the articles listed below. For many other articles of AAA History, go to www.ameraccord.com, click on "History" then "articles AAA History". Article #1 — AAA-Formation.htm What events led to the formation of the AAA? Article #9 — "Spotlight on Frank Busso Sr." Article #18 - Joey Miskulin Article #25 - Prof. Joan Cochran Sommers |
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XV Dani Harmonica Festival - Bosnia and Herzegovinaby Christine Johnstone |
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| The XV "Dani Harmonica" Festival will be held in Ugljevik, Serb Republic, Bosnia and Herzegovina from April 27th to May 1st, 2023, organized by the elementary Music School "Kornelije Stankovic". The event will include concerts, seminars, professional lectures, and a competition for soloists, chamber ensembles and orchestras. The competition jury will include international music pedagogues and performers from several countries. For details email: msks.festival@gmail.com |
Akkordeon Orchester Köln Deutz e.V. Concert with Mandolin Orchestra – Germanyby Christine Johnstone |
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| The Akkordeon Orchester Koln Deutz e.V (pictured below), conducted by Olga Belyaeva will perform a concert with the Cologne Mandolin Orchestra "Harmonie" 1909 conducted by Sergei Kurdriaschow on March 12th, 2023 at 5pm. The event is part of the concert series "Accordion and Guests" and will be held at the auditorium of the Friedrich-Wilhelm Gymnasium in Cologne, Germany. Their program will include pieces arranged for accordion and mandolin as well as hits by Stevie Wonder, soundtracks and other well known tunes. For details email: info@ao-kd.de |
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Aotango: Live at the Auckland Museum - New Zealandby Christine Johnstone |
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| Video: Aotango - Promo video for Auckland Museum concert Get ready to be dazzled as New Zealand’s celebrated quintet Aotango take you on an eclectic journey through the evolution of tango in a show featuring some of New Zealand’s top talent: Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra (APO) Concertmaster and violinist Andrew Beer, NZ Trio pianist Somi Kim at the Fazioli grand piano, world champion accordionist Grayson Masefield, APO Principal Bassist Gordon Hill and renowned jazz guitarist Sam Swindells. The concert will take place on March 12th, 2023 from 6.30pm in the Auckland Museum’s stunning setting of Te Ao Marama South Atrium in Parnell. Auckland, with Tuitui Museum Bistro & Café offering delicious food and beverage options throughout the evening. Presented in two acts, 'A Century of Tango' traces the origins and diverse expressions of this vibrant style. Through the course of the performance, hear how tango has evolved through African, European, South and Central American influences as they have entered through Rio de la Plata to the ports of Buenos Aires - with popular favourites "El Choclo", "Por una Cabeza" and "La Cumparsita" - and finally to the revolutionary nuevo tango style of Argentinian composer Ástor Piazzolla. For details and purchase tickets: Aotango12March |
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West Country Concertina Players Workshop Weekend – England, UKby Christine Johnstone |
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 The West Country Concertina Players will host a Concertina Workshop Weekend at Halsway Manor National Centre for Folk Arts in Somerset, England, UK from March 17th to 19th, 2023.The weekend is for intermediate / advanced level players of all systems and is open to all. There will be time to relax in the comfort of Halsway Manor, with evening playing sessions in the bar, plus an informal tutor’s concert on the Saturday evening. Tutors include: Claire Wren – Concertina Band tutor Michael Jary – English Tutor Andy Turner Anglo Tutor Gilbert Carrère (also known as Paul Sath) Duet Tutor ‘Concertina Tinker’ Dave Elliott will once again be on-hand for small repairs. For details email: office@halswaymanor.org.uk |
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2023 Northern Ireland Open Accordion Championships – Northern Irelandby Christine Johnstone |
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 The 2023 Northern Ireland Open Accordion Championships were held at the Hilton Hotel Conference Centre, in Templepatrick, Co. Antrim on February 18th, 2023, organised by Clyde Johnston (picture left).The event featured a final concert which included an opening performance by the Royal Meath Accordion Orchestra (picture above). Members of this orchestra were awarded the top three prizes in the overall category for best performances: Michael Leavey, Laura Masterson and the RMAO Senior Ensemble. This popular competition had over 180 entries from “England, Scotland, Germany, the Republic of Ireland as well as a strong local contingent.” Competition classes were held for soloists, duos, groups, orchestras and marching bands for a variety of age groups. The adjudicators were Audrey Gillian, Philip Hammond and Sarah McEvoy. Download results here: 2023NIACResults.pdf |
ATG Professional Development Course Featuring Jelena Milojevic - USAby Mary Ann Covone, ATG President |
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 The Accordionists & Teachers Guild, International (ATG) will hold a Professional Development Course “How to Practise” with Jelena Milojevic (picture right) on February 26th from 12 noon US Central time.In this workshop attendees will learn to structure their own practice, or guide their students to do the same, in order to always perform well. In an easy to follow, step by step way, you'll get tools to building good habits in your daily practice routine. Jelenia will cover the process from the moment of preparing to learn music, process of fingering, practice strategies, avoiding learning mistakes, addressing problems, and so much more! Jelena Milojevic is an accordion instructor at the University of Victoria in Canada. She has an extensive performing history as a soloist, chamber musician and soloist with various orchestras. Her teaching experience spans twenty years, and her students have won numerous prizes at various international competitions For details phone: 847-274-0435 |
16th Premio Andrea Parodi Music Competition - Italyby Christine Johnstone |
 Applications are now open for the 16th Premio Andrea Parodi European Music Competition for artists from all over the world. The competition was created in honour of the distinguished Sardinian artist Andrea Parodi, who passed away 17 years ago.The 2022 edition Premio Andrea Parodi received almost 300 entries, with about half from international countries. Competition prizes include concerts and performances in some of the partner music festivals in their 2024 editions, such as European Jazz Expo (Sardinia), Folkest (Friuli), as well as the 2024 Premio Andrea Parodi as well as a €2,500 scholarship. Winner of the Critics' Award will have a professional videoclip of their competition piece produced, offered by the Andrea Parodi Foundation. The finals will be held in autumn in Cagliari, Sardinia. Registration is free, and the deadline is 31st May 2023. Download competition rules in Italian and English: 2023PremioAPRules.pdf |
Party Cruise with Accordionist Benoit Nortier – France, Italy and Spainby Christine Johnstone |
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 Accordionist Benoit Nortier (picture left) has announced his first cruise will take place from July 15th to 22nd, 2023, with the MacroisièreVIP cruise agency. The cruise will visit France, Italy and Spain. For details email: macroisierevip@gmail.com |
Tracey Collins Entertains at Katikati Twilight Festival – New Zealandby Christine Johnstone |
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 Auckland accordionist Tracey Collins entertained as a member of the Bluelight Trio at the Katikati Twilight Festival in Katikati, New Zealand on February 11th, 2023. Tracey was joined by Pascale Roggen (violin) and John Murray (drummer/cajon player).A crowd of over 400 people enjoyed their mixed program of tunes from Mediterranean, Jazz, Gypsy, Contemporary which was well received. Picture left from left to right: Pascale Roggen, Tracey Collins and John Murray. |
Video: Dúo Éire Performing “Serenata Andaluza” - Spainby Christine Johnstone |
| Video: Dúo Éire Performing “Serenata Andaluza” by Manuel de Falla. The duo consists of Marta Cubas Hondal and Elisa Ruiz (Spain). |
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Day of the Accordion - USAby Christine Johnstone |
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| The Northwest Accordion Society Presents: Day of the Accordion from February 24th to 26th, 2023 at the Market Stage at Crossroads Bellevue in Washington, USA. Event program: • Friday February 24th - 7:00 to 8:45pm Northwest Accordionaires Band • Saturday February 25th - 11:30 – 12:10pm Folkvoice Duo and Lenny Luzzi 12.30 - 1:10pm Le Bleurunner Trio 1:30 - 2:10pm Happy Hans Music Duo 2:30 – 3:10pm Ken Olendorf Tribute Band featuring John Giuliani 3:30 – 4:10pm Creosote 4:30 pm – 5:10pm Lyle Schaefer 5:30 - 6:30 2 Soloists Jakob Bean and Greg Perry 7:00 - 8:45 Apple Valley Wranglers featuring Toby Lynne Hanson • Sunday February 26th - 12:30 to 2:30pm Bonnie Birch Trio & guest |
Urs Lötscher Accordion Workshop - Switzerlandby Christine Johnstone |
 Urs Lötscher (picture left) will tutor an Accordion Workshop at the Haus der Volksmusik in Altdorf, Switzerland on February 26th, 2023.“During the course you will learn to accompany a simple yodel song with the accordion. The course group is dedicated to various topics: Basic knowledge of harmony and ear training. Musical expression, sound design, dynamics, development of understanding of text in yodel songs, interaction with small yodel formations (solo, duet, trio).” The workshop is aimed at young people & adults with a playing level at least intermediate, an interest in yodeling, knowledge of sheet music and simple musical basics. Since the beginning of 2018, Urs Lötscher has been a member of the Carlo Brunner Band. For details email: info@hausdervolksmusik.ch |
Benefit Matinee Concert – Netherlandsby Christine Johnstone |
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| A Benefit Matinee Concert will be held at Jolo’s in Landgraaf, Lumburg, Netherlands on February 26th, 2023 at 1pm, organised by Marcel Heldens and De Parkstad Wiener Musicians. Proceeds from the concert will be donated to the Jennifer Scheijen family fund. See poster for details. |
Accordionists Entertain at “2023 Shamrock the Dock” - USAby Christine Johnstone |
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 Accordionists will entertain at the “2023 Shamrock the Dock” festival held at 1 Dock St in Annapolis, Maryland, USA on March 4th and 5th, 2023.The two day music and cultural festival will feature international and local acts, including Scythian (USA – picture below with accordionist Dan Fedoryka) and Skerryvore (Scotland - picture left with Daniel Gillespie on accordion). The event will also celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a huge parade and a circus tent with music performances. |
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Ville Hiltula March Tango Concerts – Japanby Christine Johnstone |
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  Bandoneonist Ville Hiltula (Finland) will perform a variety of tango concerts in March as follows:• March 5th, 2023: Argentine Tango Concert at Gallery Saikai in Osaka with Hanako Tanimoto (violin) and Satoko Tsutsumi (piano). • March 9th, 2023 at 2pm: Argentine Tango Concert “Esto Es Tango” at Yutaro Plaza, Taketoyo Town Civic Hall – Hibiki Hall in Taketoyo, Aichi. Ville will perform “classic tango to Astor Piazzolla” with Makoto Takahashi (violin) and Asako Yada (piano). • March 10th, 2023 at 12.30pm: Lunchtime Tango Concert “Into the World of Tango” at Swing Bird Cottage Yamanoya Café, Sugitani, Komono-cho, Mie-gun. Ville will perform with Makoto (Sei) Takahashi (violin) and Asako Yada (piano). • March 11th, 2023: concert at El Choclo in Tokyo with Naho Shibata (violin) and Asako Yada (piano). • March 12th, 2023: Efecto Tango concert with La Milonga con Orquesta, Naho Shibata (violin) and Asako Yada (piano) at Efecto Tango Studio, Sky Palace Building, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo. For details email: villehiltula@gmail.com |
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Seattle Accordion Social - USAby Christine Johnstone |
 The next Seattle Accordion Social will be held at St Mark’s Lutheran Church in Seattle, Washington, USA on March 5th, 2023 from 1.30pm.The event will include guest performers Lyle Schaefer, Toby Hansen, David Miles and Kory Tideman. All accordionists are invited to perform at the social. For details email: testaduda@gmail.com |
Harmonika-Band Radevormwald e.V. 2023 Annual Concerts – Germanyby Christine Johnstone |
 The Harmonika-Band Radevormwald e.V. conducted by Manuela Leven, will hold their 2023 Annual Concerts at the Bürgerhaus Radevormwald (Town Hall) in Radevormwald, Germany this month.Concert details are: Saturday March 11th: Entry at 4:15 pm. Start at 5 pm Sunday March 12th: Entry at 2:45 pm. Start at 3:30 pm For details email: w.gries@harmonika-band.de |
Dinner Dance with Isabelle Debarre Orchestre - Franceby Christine Johnstone |
 Video: Information on the Dinner Dance event with music by the Isabelle Debarre OrchestreThe Isabelle Debarre Orchestre will perform at a “Dinner Dance” at “The Pavillon” room, Château de La Barbinière, Saint Laurent sur Sèvre, France on March 25th, 2023. For details email: contact@bocadanse.fr |
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National Accordion Convention (NAA) March 15-19 in Richardson, Texas - USAby Christine Johnstone |
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 The 2023 National Accordion Convention (NAA) will take place at the Hilton Hotel, Richardson, Texas from March 15th to 19th, 2023.This conventioneer-driven convention is getting close! Make reservations today (both hotel and convention). The schedule and related items are on the NAA website. As of February 17th, 2023 there are only 26 days until the National Accordion Association 2023 Convention! The convention is four days of action-packed events for accordionists and accordion enthusiasts that includes over 30 workshops, two evening concerts, and a Friday high-tempo experience with the popular Brave Combo Band and accordionist Alex Meixner. Two meals are included, including an elegant Saturday night banquet, and opportunities for private lessons by presenters will make the event even more special. An always-popular part of the Convention will be Fun Band directed by Dick Albreski. The music is now available on the NAA website. NAA President Norman Seaton (picture right) says "Our plan is that everyone who wishes to perform will be able to do so at some point during the four days. There will be numerous opportunities to play during meals, jam sessions, and Music in the Air." The Swap Shop will offer musical instruments, and accordion companies will be onsite displaying their instruments. One important aspect of every NAA Convention is the wonderful friendships forged during the event. One conventioneer stated that it’s not just the music that makes the experience so great; when one returns year after year, it becomes a reunion! The convention will feature 2023 versions of American Music that is marketable as today’s music. This music is a combination of contemporary American music originated by USA immigrants who brought their musical values and traditions as they joined the great American melting pot. Our music is a blend of musical styles that include, but are not limited to, popular tunes, folk music, country and western (C&W), ballads that tell a story, rock and roll, polkas and waltzes, European music, Gospel, and jazz. (Results summarized by Dr. Norman Seaton) 2023 National Accordion Convention Higher Learning Opportunities: High on the survey requests include learning opportunities such as creative thinking and applying to music, ear-training, articulation and bellows control, practice techniques, sightreading, musical theory, performing techniques, and performance opportunities. For complete information, visit 2023 National Accordion Convention (NAA) |
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