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Convención Internacional de Acordeón de Las Vegas, Nevada - EE.UU.
Orfeo Borsini fallece, Castelfidardo - Italia
Eventos del Festival Internacional, Castelfidardo - Italia
Carlotta da la bienvenida a su hermano Palazzo Adriano - Italia
Reports for Concerts, Masterclasses, Competitions, Festivals, etc. |
Allan William Jones Memorial Scholarships, Auckland – New ZealandStephen Vincent & Stephanie Poole, Takapuna - New ZealandAccordion Teaching Week at St Audries Bay, Somerset - UK
Future events |
Victor Prieto with Pablo Aslan and Avantango at Bates College, Maine - USAKal’s Tour Dates – USAThe Lars Ek Trio Returns, Norfolk – UKPearl Fawcett-Adriano Concerts – UKWest Head Project 3, New South Wales - Australia
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New Music - 'Maple Leaf Rag', 'Sunrise Sunset'New music - 'Rondo Alla Turca', 'William Tell'New CD - "Coctab"New CD - "Terre"
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Giancarlo Caporilli arregla para la MusicTech Orchestra, Castelfidardo - Italiaby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
 Durante el 33 'Festival Internacional de Acordeón’ en Castelfidardo, Giancarlo Caporilli presentará en el magnífico escenario del Teatro Astra cuatro de sus acuerdos por escrito para orquesta de acordeón: ‘Adios’ (Piazzolla),’Tristango‘ ,’Bye Bye’ (Gershwin) y ‘Fisarmonicisti en Marcia’. Giancarlo Caporilli dirigirá un grupo de acordeonistas de alto nivel, amigos y colegas, cada uno con un estilo diferente, pero todos unidos por un común amor por el acordeón. Todos ellos están tocando acordeones ‘Music Maker Digital 50’ fabricados por Musictech, un innovador instrumento tecnológico, con un peso de tan sólo 5 kg (11 lbs) con una tarjeta de sonido interna que reproduce un número infinito de sonidos digitalmente muestreados con un sensible control de dinámica por medio del fuelle, exactamente como en un instrumento acústico. Todos los invitados de la competición y el público de Castelfidardo "Hogar del Acordeón" y lugar de nacimiento del ‘Music Maker Digital 50’ tendrán la oportunidad de escuchar las posibilidades ilimitadas de este nuevo acordeón. Visite el nuevo sitio web: www.musictech-midi.com o correo electrónico: musictech@musictech-midi.com |
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Convención Internacional de Acordeón de Las Vegas, Nevada - EE.UU.by Rob Howard |
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 La Convención Internacional de Acordeón de Las Vegas tendrá lugar del 29 de septiembre al 2 de octubre en el Gold Coast Hotel and Casino, 4000 West Flamingo Road, Las Vegas. Organizado por Pablo Pasquali, el evento de este año cuenta con la Orquesta Internacional de Acordeones de Las Vegas, dirigida por Joan Cochran Summers, que actuará en la gran final dentro del concierto de gala del 2 de octubre. Alex Sevastian, ganador de la Copa Mundial 2007, celebrada en Washington DC, será el artista invitado. Leyendas como Dick Contino y Art Van Damme estarán también en la Convención, al igual que Peter y Mady Soave, y de Inglaterra Gina Brannelli. Otras actuaciones incluyen a Mary Tokarski, Mario Pedone, Trío de Acordeones Soundscape, Steve Albini, Gordon Kohl y Ron Borelli. Carl Fortina será el Director Honorario de la Convención para 2008. Carl es uno de los acordeonistas más grabados del mundo, después de haber actuado en unas 600 películas y 25.000 bandas sonoras de televisión. Cuando Nino Rota, el compositor que escribió la música para 'El Padrino', escuchó a Carl tocando el tema de la banda sonora de la película, le dijo a Carl "Usted no toca con sus manos, usted toca con su corazón". Carl pasó a ser director musical de Paramount Studios. Para más información, correo electrónico: paul@accordioninfo.com |
Orfeo Borsini fallece, Castelfidardo - Italiaby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
 Orfeo Borsini (1926-2008), quien dedicó toda su vida al acordeón, murió el 14 de agosto en Castelfidardo, debido a un ataque al corazón a la edad de 82 años. Orfeo fue una personalidad de la más alta calidad, con principios sinceros y respeto honesto respecto a los derechos de los demás. Nacido en una familia con el acordeón “en la sangre”, y con estos principios, el amor de Orfeo por el continuo deseo de mejora se refleja en la calidad de los acordeones Borsini. Este concepto, completamente absorbido por la Compañía Borsini, se tradujo en el famoso eslogan que refleja fielmente el principio básico de Orfeo Borsini: "Donde la calidad cuenta". Ahora Orfeo nos dejó repentinamente a la edad de 82 años habiendo vivido con entusiasmo. Queremos ser motivados a seguir sus principios de calidad! |
Eventos del Festival Internacional, Castelfidardo - Italiaby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
 Del 13 al 19 octubre, el Festival de Castelfidardo, en Ancona, (http://www.festivalcastelfidardo.it/) será una explosión de creatividad y oportunidad, lo que implicará a toda la ciudad: habrá 12 zonas de especatáculo, 12 restaurantes donde los visitantes pueden degustar productos locales a precios asequibles, la tienda del festival y un punto de información que estará situado en un autobús rojo de Londres. El fisio y la clínica de rehabilitación donde el profesor Kufert y su personal asistirá a las necesidades de todos los competidores y artistas invitados, y el "Baby Music Club", donde los niños serán educados y entretenidos gracias a la local "Paolo Soprani School of Music". Entre las innovaciones está la inclusión de un reality show musical. El proyecto es una idea de Ideazione Eventi y es apoyado por Subissati que proporcionará la casa, e Ikea quien la suministre. Sebach aportará el saneamiento y el Laboratorio de Referencia para el audio y PA. Dos músicos entrarán en la casa transparente, en Piazzale Don Minzoni, la noche del día 13, y permanecerán dentro hasta el final del Festival pudíendose ver a través de internet las 24 horas del día. |
Carlotta da la bienvenida a su hermano Palazzo Adriano - Italiaby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
 El 1 de septiembre de 2008 nació el bebé Palazzo Adriano (www.francescopalazzo.it) (3.330 gramos). Desde el clarín y su muy potente voz, parece que ha heredado la lírica voz de su madre, la portuguesa Tiziana (cantante mezzo-soprano), y ya en fantástica competición con su hermana Maria Carlotta, de 15 meses, conocida en todo el barrio por su "acutes". Sus dominantes manos dejan un atisbo de esperanza para el futuro de la música… ¿acordeonista? Mamá dice: "... el instrumento ellos lo pueden elegir, ¡pero un estudio musical prácticamente será un "deber"! Ya cuando bebía la leche de su madre, él extendía sus manos como para llegar a una octava... aunque en realidad podría llegar a sólo una 4ª. ¡Seguramente en este momento ambos están produciendo más música que sus padres! Acordeones Wolrdwide estará encantado de seguir el progreso musical de Adriano y Carlotta. Para más información, correo electrónico: info@francescopalazzo.it |
Reports for Concerts, Masterclasses, Competitions, Festivals, etc. |
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 On Sunday September 21st the Allan William Jones Memorial Scholarships event organized by the Accordion Examination Board of New Zealand was held at the Dove Theatre, Kristen School, Auckland. Full Report of the 2008 AWJMS.Scholarships were awarded: Grades 3 and 4 - Mira Bi Grades 5 and 6 - Abigail Wills and Steven Zhao Special Grants were given to previous scholarship winners Grayson Masefield and Campbell Hill towards their study in France with Frederic Deschamps. The Rose Bowl "for excellence" was awarded to Stephanie Panzic. Kevin Friedrich, President of the Confédération Internationale des Accordéonistes (CIA), was presented with the Accordion Examination Board of New Zealand Certificate of Merit for his Outstanding Services to the Accordion Movement. Marie Jones was presented with a basket of flowers for her work as Secretary of the New Zealand Accordion Association for over 35 years. Kevin Friedrich then formally presented Silvio De Pra with the Honored Friend of the Accordion Award from the CIA in honor of his career of dedicated to the accordion in New Zealand. Excellent performances were given by Musicale, conducted by Linley Hawkes, Music Makers, conducted by Christine Adams, Super Sounz with Lorraine Parnell, NSAO conducted by Lionel Reekie, and soloists Eddie Giffney and George Xu, Willow Park Choir and two new accordion groups of children that had just started learning. The Hall was packed with an enthusiastic and appreciative audience. Full Report of the 2008 AWJMS. |
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 Stephen Vincent, accordion competition winner in NZ, former NZAA committee member, accordion adjudicator is also well known as an organist.On Sunday 21st September, he performed an organ concert in Takapuna including one work, Noel Suisse by D'Aquin that he arranged for organ and accordion. This was performed with Stephen on organ and Stephanie Poole, Auckland University accordion tutor. The sound was excellent with good balance between the instruments and the audience clearly enjoyed the unusual combination of these two instruments, with Stephen Vincent and Stephanie Poole receiving very good applause. |
by Rene Mairis
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 This was a new venture, organised by John and Jackie Romero and designed to provide a longer and more relaxed experience than the weekend festivals, which are necessarily frenetic for nigh on 18 hours out of every 24. Daily seminars covered a range of styles and techniques. Gary Blair gave two Scottish workshops full of hints and tips on ornaments, bellows shakes and repeated notes and an entertaining concert. Gennaro Fiondella worked hard with the mixed ability orchestra, four sessions and managed to achieve a polished performance of three pieces. Harry Hussey led three jazz seminars which were much enjoyed. He also led the busking sessions every evening in the bar, jamming with anyone willing or playing requests. John Romero kept busy with Electronic and Midi workshops, helped sort technical problems and everyone was happy. Pearl Fawcett-Adriano arrived on Wednesday evening and if anyone was flagging her arrival lifted spirits to the sky. Pearl gave two excellent seminars which were useful for all standards and abilities. Every evening there were concerts given by the artistes plus a guest concert. Gary, Gerry, John and Pearl were all fantastic – and very well received. To sum up, this was a week of music and laughter with friends and a chance to indulge in our favourite hobby. |
Future events |
by Rob Howard
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 Pablo Aslan and Avantango perform at Bates College, Lewiston, Maine, on September 26th. The line-up includes: Pablo Aslan – bass, Emilio Solla – accordion, Victor Prieto – accordion, Diego Urcola – trumpet, Oscar Feldman - sax, and Jim Seeley – trumpet. |
by Rob Howard
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 Kal, a young Romani (Gypsy) band whose self-titled album topped the European world music charts in April 2006, will be making its second tour of the United States in September/October 2008. Playing music from Bosnia, Croatia, Bulgaria, Macedonia and their home base in Serbia, the 7-piece band features a “dynamic blend of traditional instruments, rock'n'roll in attitude, fuelled on dance beats and rooted in the Balkan blues.The members of Kal are Dragan Ristic - guitar and lead vocal, Dragan Mitrovic - accordion, Jovica Maric - accordion and vocals, Djordje Belkic - violin, Aleksandar Cvejic - electric bass, Goran Savic – drums, and Aleksandar Radojicic - percussion. Kal’s tour dates include: September 27th, 8pm - Spreckels Performing Arts Center, Rohnert Park, California 28th, 2pm - The Coffee Gallery Backstage, 2029 N. Lake Altadena, CA 29th, 9.30pm - San Diego Sports Club, CA 30th, 7.30pm - Balboa Park Club Building, San Diego October 1st, 8pm - 4th and B Club, 345 B Street, San Diego 2nd, 8pm - Grove of Anaheim, 2200 East Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 3rd, 8pm - EMU Ballroom, University of Oregon 4th - Euphoria Studios, Portland, Oregon 5th, 7.30pm - Triple Door Theatre, Seattle, Washington 7th, 8pm - McDonald Theatre, Eugene, Oregon 8th, 9pm - Roseland Theater, Portland, OR 9th, 8pm - Showbox SoDo, Seattle, WA 10th - The Blue Danube European Restaurant & Cafe, Alington, Texas 11th and 12th - La Villita, San Antonio International Accordion Festival, Texas 13th, 8pm – Cactus Café, Austin, Texas 14th, 7pm Your Inner Vagabond, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 16th, 7.30pm - Arab American Museum, Dearborn, Michigan 17th, 7.30pm and 10pm – Old Town School of Folk Music, Chicago 19th, 9.30pm – Joe’s Pub at Public Theater, New York 20th - International Action Center, New York For further information email: voiceofroma@comcast.net |
by Rob Howard
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 The Lars Ek Hot Trio, from Sweden, return to England after a long absence as guests at ‘Accordions International 2008’, Seacroft Holiday Village, November 14th to 17th 2008. Lars Ek will also lead master classes on the music of Pietro Frosini at the festival.In November 1986 The Lars Ek Hot Trio appeared at the Caister Accordion Festival, sharing top billing with Norway’s Toralf Tollefsen. Their lively and engaging performance of music by Frosini, Pietro and Guido Deiro, Scandinavian traditional music and jazz made a huge impression on their audience. At one point during this concert, Tollefsen went on stage to personally congratulate Lars Ek for his performance, announcing to the audience: “I am very grateful to Lars Ek for performing and promoting the music of Frosini, and ensuring that it is heard by the audiences of today.” Seacroft is a compact site, situated just 3 miles from last year’s venue at Caister, offering excellent facilities. The other guests appearing at Seacroft are Pino Di Modugno (Italy), Giancarlo Caporilli (Italy), and British artistes Stefan Andrusyschyn & Denise Leigh, Harry Hussey, Bert Santilly, and local accordion sextet Norvic Concordia (MD Peter Ayers). The festival offers workshops led by Brian Jenkins, Peter Whiteley, Heather Smith, Adrienne Sharpe, Jean Hanger, Bert Santilly and John Trigg, plus a trade show. ‘Accordions International 2008’ continues a long tradition of autumn accordion festivals in East Anglia, founded by the late Malcolm Gee, now organised by Heather Smith. For further information email: heather@accordions.karoo.co.uk |
by Rob Howard
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 Leading virtuoso accordionist Pearl Fawcett-Adriano has the following concert dates in her diary:October 1st, 7.30pm – Barnsley Accordion Club, Trades Hall, Roscommon Rd, Barnsley 10th to 13th – Eastbourne Accordion Festival 13th, 8pm – Uxbridge Accordion Club, Anglers Retreat, Cricketfield Road, West Drayton, Middlesex UB7 7HG; email: david.lukins@btinternet.com This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it November 1st – All Scotland Accordion Championships, Perth For further information email: pearladriano@hotmail.com |
by Rob Howard
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| The West Head Project brings together some of Sydney’s finest improvisers to make experimental music, performing mainly for outdoor events. For the third year the West Head Project will perform at the large flat tessolated rock on top of West Head in the Ku-ring-gai National Park, Elvina Track. The next performance takes place on Sunday October 26th, 4pm, at West Head, Ku-ring-gai National Park, Elvina Track, NSW. The performers include Monika Brooks - piano accordion, Jim Denley - wind instruments, Peter Farrar - alto sax, Joe Derrick – trumpet, Robbie Avenaim - percussion, Matt Earle - guitar, electronics, and Rory Brown - double bass. |
New and Updated Sites |
by Gary Dahl
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| Gary Dahl - accordionist as well as a composer, arranger, recording artist and music educator, releases 3 new works and one new work update for accordion available for purchase online, 'Maple Leaf Rag','Sunrise Sunset', 'It's All In The Game', and 'Can't Help Falling In Love'. 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. |
by MusicForAccordion.com
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| MusicForAccordion.com site releases 4 new music of 'Rondo Alla Turca', 'William Tell, catalog:mfa6021', 'Pack Up Your Troubles In Your Old Kit Bag' and 'Santa Lucia'. Samples of the music are available online. The music are in eSheet format, able to be emailed to your computer. Purchase with credit card. |
by Finland recordings
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| Finland recodings of Finland selling a CD titled "Coctab" with sound samples. Purchase online. |
by Renzo Ruggieri
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| A new site selling a CD titled "Terre" with sound samples. Music performed by Renzo Ruggieri. Purchase online. |
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 Hot Club of Detroit, whose line up is Evan Perri (guitar), Julien Labro (accordion), Carl Cafagna (sax), Paul Brady (guitar), and Shannon Wade (bass).CD Reviews Index. |
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