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This week it's our second birthday! Accordions Worldwide officially opened on October 1st 1996. Since then, we have become the largest accordion internet site in the world. There have been many developments such as the concept of the Accordion Yellow Pages Database and development into an online database, this Weekly News in 7 languages, opening of offices around the world, including Germany, Switzerland, France, Italy, Australia, USA and the latest one in China The future looks bright, with a mirror site of Accordions Worldwide in Italian online by the end of this year. This will add to Accordions Worldwide already available in English, German, French and Chinese. We look forward to further development and implementation of ideas and concepts. Wayne Knights Webmaster |
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The Financial Times Limited (UK) recently featured an article on musicians who had performed in the second half of Edinburgh's Flux rock music season. An unusual performance was by accordionist David Thomas, who came on stage wearing a butcher's apron which was, he explained, a practical solution to the problem of sweat drenching his accordion. Thomas was accompanied by Keith Moline (guitar) and Andy Diagram (horn) and played an interesting mix of pieces including "Can't Help Falling in Love" and "Stand By Your Man". |
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Ake Hellman, President of the Swedish Accordion Association and popular Swedish accordion entertainer, visited Sydney, Australia from August 30th to September 24th. Ake was flown to Australia by the Sydney Swedish Club to perform at their traditional national celebration "Crow fish party" which took place on August 31st at the club in Frenches Forests. Ake played a popular program that included Swedish traditional folk music. Following this Ake and his wife travelled to Cairns and Greenland before returning home. |
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Contributed by Intermusik Newspaper A Bandoneon Festival held recently in Krefeld included concerts performed by Alfredo Marcucci and Juan José Mosalini (Argentina), playing with large orchestras. Many visiting musicians, including Augusto Miosga and the "Bandoneon Mates Essen", performed in local cafés and restaurants to warm up for the big event. Future bandoneon concerts will be held at the "Fabrik Heeder" including Michael Z. and Klaus Gutjahr (Berlin) performing on October 2nd and Luis di Matteo (Uruguay) who will play with "Quinteto Classico" on October 16th. |
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At a recent fashion show in London highlighting the creations of designer Vivienne Westwood, Elizabeth Jagger (daughter of Mick Jagger) used our beloved instrument as she strutted the fashion runway. |
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Accordionist Mika Väyrynen (Finland) has been awarded a 6 month grant by the National Commission of Arts, Ministry of Education. The purpose of these grants is to support artists in their work. This year only 29 performing artists on all instruments received them. |
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Contributed by David Batty Rebecca Postlewhite (UK) travelled to France with her accordion in July and went busking in Annecy (Haute Savoie region). Rebecca did not know that you need a licence to busk in France and she was accosted by a policeman. After realising there was a language problem he gave her 1 hour to play without a licence. She also performed a variety of pieces in the hotel bar for friends including Sperantze Perdute, Plasir D'Amour, Granada, 12th Street Rag, Florence Waltz and Tico Tico. Rebecca said she enjoyed the experience and will do it again. |
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Contributed by Intermusik Newspaper The 7th International Accordion Festival will be held in Vilnius from October 28th to 31st organised by Gabnys and Richardas Sviackevicius. Entries have been received so far from Jukka-Pekka Kuusela (Finland), Juri Peschkow (Latvia), A. Abukerimow (Russia), Milonga Ensemble (Latvia), Chemnitz Orchestra (Germany), Laaber Quintet (Germany), accordion trio from Lodz (Poland) and Pirogi Duo (Ukraine). There have also been entries from Lithuania including the "Koncertino" and "Retro" ensembles, Gabnys and Genadi Sawkow, and soloists Raimondas Sviackevicius, Danielus Rozovas and many others. The opening of the festival will take place in the Vilnius Music Academy (October 28th) and the final concert will be held in the town hall on the 31st. |
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Contributed by Viacheslav Semionov The first International Competition of Accordionists and Guitarists was held in Assenovgrad from September 22nd to 26th, organised by Petr Marinov, the Municipality of Assenovgrad, the Academy of Musik and Dance (Plovdiv) and the Privers Rotary Club (Assenovgrad). The Chairman of the jury was N. Todirov, with members Professor V. Semionov (Russia), Professor N. Davidov (Ukraine), Professor I. Pihura (Poland), Professor G. Vogt (Germany) and Professor V. Riaha (Chehiya) who judged solo and ensemble classes. Competition results: Chamber ensemble winners: |
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On August 28th the Chinese Accordions Worldwide internet site was opened, the first step being the publication of the Weekly News in the Chinese language. Since then the site has been growing steadily and this week another important first happened. "Chinese Accordion" is the first regular internet news about local accordion events in China. The editor is Accordions Worldwide Chinese Manager Li Cong, President of the Shanghai Accordion Association which is one of the largest and most active in China. "Chinese Accordion" subjects include "Editor's note", general news, "music hall" of concert reviews, "interviews" with prominent Chinese accordion performers, teachers and administrators, and a "new internet sites" section, which lists new Chinese language accordion internet sites. The first issue of "Chinese Accordion" is especially notable because virtually all of the famous Chinese accordionists, teachers and organisations have sent messages of congratulation and reaffirming what an important development this is for the accordion in China. Professor Wu Shouzhi (Chairman of the Chinese Accordion Society) wrote "I deeply believe it is extremely important work that will widen our field of vision, to keep well-informed, improve Chinese accordion skills, communication as well as promote and develop the accordion in China. It is a great development. I represent all the Chinese accordion world, and by my personal name, express my respect and congratulations." Accordions Worldwide Director Harley Jones in an email to Li Cong said "This event is a landmark in the development of the accordion, particularly communication of accordion knowledge within China and between China and the rest of the world. Accordionists worldwide in close cooperation can achieve wonderful progress utilising the internet, to promote education and popularise the instrument we all love." Li Cong replied that he hopes that "Chinese Accordion" and Accordions Worldwide can "serve the accordion world better and better". |
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A new CD "Camarao plays Forro" is due for release from today (October 2nd) by accordionist Camarao, who is regarded as the successor to the King of Baiao, Luiz Gonzaga. The CD is a mixture of well-known pieces and tunes by local composers Joao Pessoa, Paraiba and Petrucio. Tracks include Forro pro Quartinha, Dedilhando, Sabia and Baiao. The music is a mixture of forro, baiao and xote, which are very popular in Brazil. The term "forro" means "for all", and was named after dances that were organised during the construction and administration of railways by the British, which were open to everybody. This recording will help Camarao reach an international audience so that they can share the immense pleasure of the fresh, honest music that his roaring bellows blow forth! For further information email: alf.goodrich@nimbus.ltd.uk |
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| The People Newspaper (UK Mirror Group Ltd) recently included an article about model Linda Evangelista. Linda has learnt to play the accordion and is accompanying Bryan Adams on a new breast cancer charity album. |
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Contributed by Holda Paoletti-Kampl From October 7th to 11th, a variety of concerts will be held during the "Città di Castelfidardo" and "Astor Piazzolla" competitions in Castelfidardo. On the 7th, Jazz concerts will be held featuring Luciano Biondini (Italy), Emanuele Rastelli (San Marino), and Renzo Ruggieri (Italy). Classical concerts will be held the following day featuring Anthony Galla-Rini (USA), Friedrich Lips (Russia), Peter Soave (USA) and the "Stanko Mihovilic" Orchestra (Pula/Croatia). There will be many other guest performers from Argentina, Czech Republic, Norway, Sweden, USA and Venezuela. The Gala and Award ceremony will be held on October 11th at "Piccolo Ranch". |
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Contributed by Uli Ebner The German cult band HISS (Stuttgart) are currently performing concerts in Germany including Wendlingen, Bobingen, Villingen-Schwenningen, Renningen, Heilbronn, Wangen, Nürtingen, Meidelstetten and Reichenbach. The name of the group comes from accordionist Stefan Hiss who also sings in a way that is everything from heartbreaking to bloodcurdling. He was the accordionist in the band "Das Kreuzfidele Nesenbach Trio" and "Erich und Polk", the predecessor of HISS. HISS stands for "Polka'n'Roll" or "Rocking Polka". In a rather unrestrained manner, the group mixes music from all over the world with German lyrics. A radio announcer recently commented (after becoming thoroughly puzzled when hearing the cult song "Negerpolka") that "the song brings forward the most horribly outrageous claims concerning xenophobia, and makes a laughing stock of now unfortunately almost established pub slogans." |
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Contributed by Renzo Ruggieri The fourth annual presentation of the Italian Modern Music Centre took place on September 12th in Castro di Volsci, (near Frosinone). Institute students sat their final examinations in front of a board comprising of Giuseppe Patriarca, Renzo Ruggieri and Nicola Penna (Director of the Centre's teaching department). The final certificate of merit was awarded to Lorenzo Neroni. Other certificates went to Elisa Silvestri, Barbara Nocerito, Maria Claudia Nardoni and Teresa Martella. Scholarships were awarded to Lucio Valeriani, Teresa Martella and Maria Claudia Nardoni. During the evening an enthusiastic audience enjoyed a mini jazz concert which featured Renzo Ruggieri and various students. |
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| The Herald Sun (Australia) recently included an article about 82 year old accordionist Jack Duffy who has teamed up with his son Martin to go busking in Melbourne this summer. Jack has been playing at Hobart's Wrest Point Casino this year and his son Martin performs a comedy act with the accordion. The pair plan a duelling accordions act when they busk at Victoria Market in Melbourne. |
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Contributed by Christine Adams The 2nd Annual Cajun Zydeco Experience was held recently at Ardenwood Historic Farm, California. The festival featured many accordionists and bands including Danny Poullard, Steve Riley, Joe Simien, Billy Wilson, Aux Cajunals, California Cajun Orchestra, Joe Simien, Motor Dude Zydeco, Steve Riley & Mamou Playboys, Tee Fee, Tete Rouge, Zydeco Flames and Zydeco Magic. The festival also included dancing, bar-b-ques and train and wagon rides. |
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Contributed by Li Cong On August 25th, the Fujian Accordion Association held a conference with Li Wei Ming (President) presenting a report which featured forming the association, organised activities, strengthen the foreign interchange and member's working achievement. Elections were held with the following results: President: Professor Li Wei Ming |
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Contributed by Herbert Scheibenreif Professor Melichar, who held an accordion class at the Bruckner Conservatory in Linz recently, invited Professor Lech Puchnowski from the Warsaw Chopin Academy of Music to hold a seminar. A variety of topics were covered including literature for accordion ensembles at pedagogical and artistic levels, transcriptions for the accordion and practical work. Two concerts were held with students of both Professors performing. |
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Contributed by Dwight Shackelford A Cajun Jam for beginners will be held on October 18th in San Francisco. This free event will include a potluck dinner, socialising and dancing. The aim is to assist beginning musicians (including accordionists) to feel comfortable working on Cajun songs. Any more experienced musicians who want to lend a little support and direction will be welcome. After this event it is hoped that future monthly jam sessions will follow. For further information email: tshack@silver-bayou.com |
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Contributed by Olivier Giry French group "Avenir Musical du Limousin" from Limoges, Limousin are currently searching for accordionists to join their group. For further details please email Mr Guy Deletage: aml2@mygale.org |
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Contributed by Lucio Raggiunti The Canadian Accordion Club will hold its bi-annual meeting on November 8th at the Ramada Hotel, Toronto, Ontario. Special guest Pasquale Lorello will entertain at the meeting. The agenda will include committee changes, new CD display by Heinz Siemens, information on accordion activities abroad, and Accordion Trivia Questions by Sylvia Carter. The club was founded by Matt DiFlorio and Dixie Dean (who passed away one year later) in 1985. Matt DiFlorio continued as Treasurer and was assisted by Sylvia Carter, Doug Lowe and Heinz Seimens. The club holds an annual banquet with a buffet dinner and live band for dancing. Double Grammy Award Winner Walter Ostanek is also a member and has performed on various occasions. For further information email: lucio@netcom.ca |
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Contributed by Mario Kliemann A "Concertina Weekend" will be held from May 7th to 9th 1999 in Germany. The weekend will include guest concertina artists Tim Collins (Ireland), Robbi Pich (Germany) and Jürgen Leo (Germany) and workshops. For further information email: M.Kliemann@online.de |
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On October 6th, Sheryl Cormier & the Cajun Sounds will be making a rare appearance at "Ashkenaz", Berkeley. Sheryl has been playing and singing Cajun music for over 20 years and has been a role model for many women who play Cajun music. For further information phone: + 1 510 525-5054 |
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The September 20th meeting of the Perth Accordion Club saw an enthusiastic audience entertained by over fifteen players who performed solos and in small groups. It was great to see several new faces at the meeting who attended with their accordions. Orchestra plans are now under way and parts for several pieces have been distributed with future weekly rehearsals to be implemented. The theme for the October 18th meeting in "Oktoberfest" and all interested people are welcome to attend. For further information email: jdickson@global.net.au |
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| http://www.accordions.com/alderighi. Italian accordionist Fabio Alderighi, winner of many international competitions |
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