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Musikmesse 2015 di Francoforte - Germaniaby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
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![]() Frankfurt_Musikmesse_2015_Accordion_Live_Report - con le impressioni della mostra. La fiera internazionale per gli strumenti musicali, spartiti, produzioni musicali e connessioni aziendali. Giorni Visitatori Commercianti: 15-16 aprile, 09:00-18:00 Giorni Visitatori Pubblici: 17-18 aprile, 09:00-18:00 Frankfurt_Musikmesse_2015_Accordion_Live_Report |
2015 China Shenzhen International Accordion Art Festival - Cinaby Harley Jones |
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![]() La manifestazione prevede un importante concorso internazionale di fisarmonica e le categorie del concorso, le regole e le informazioni complete sono ora disponibili a: 2015 Shenzhen Organizzatori e sponsor: - Publicity Department of Communist Party of China of Bao’an, Shenzhen - Shenzhen Bao’an Federation of Literary and Art Circles - China Accordion Association - Shenzhen Accordion Association - Xixiang Music Valley - People’s Art Center of Bao’an Shenzhen - Xixiang Center of Art and Sports, Bao’an, Shenzhen - Chinese Musicians Association Immagine a sinistra, Prof. Li Cong Presidente della China Accordion Association e sotto, Jianhua Tong, Presidente della Provincia di Shenzhen Accordion Association. Il Festival Art comprende anche concerti, spettacoli di massa, corsi di perfezionamento e forum sullo sviluppo dell'arte e industria della fisarmonica etc. La città di Shenzhen è una destinazione molto attraente. Shenzhen è una città moderna importante con un clima piacevole, vicino agli aeroporti internazionali di Hong Kong e Guangzhou che offrono un'ottima scelta sul prezzo del biglietto aereo dalla maggior parte dei paesi con comodo trasporto nazionale a Shenzhen. Il 2015 China Shenzhen International Accordion Art Festival si terrà in una moderna sala da concerto di livello internazionale con ottima acustica e illuminazione così da presentare al meglio ogni performance. La sala da concerto è direttamente dall'altra parte della strada da un hotel di qualità con ragionevole prezzo d'alloggio. |
Lips Workshop di Fisarmonica, Viktring - Austriaby Dr Herbert Scheibenreif Manager of Friedrich Lips Productions |
![]() Friedrich Lips è stato per molto tempo un professore presso l'Istituto Gnessin di Mosca, Russia. Nel suo lavoro di insegnante, artista, organizzatore di festival, giudice, etc, Friedrich Lips ha dato un contributo allo sviluppo della fisarmonica e dei fisarmonicisti che pochi potevano eguagliare. Per ulteriori informazioni sul Lips Workshopdi Fisarmonica, e-mail: herbert@accordion-cd.co.at |
95 Musicisti, Orchestre d'Accordéon de la Suisse Francophone Tour - Chinaby Harley Jones |
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![]() Il tour è iniziato con due concerti (foto sopra) a Shanghai. Poi l'orchestra ha visitato la città di Xian, visto i soldati di terracotta e ha incontrato gli insegnanti di fisarmonica più un concerto nella Philarmonic Hall di Xian. La tappa successiva è stata a Pechino e una visita al Conservatorio Centrale, Prof. Cao e un concerto al conservatorio di musica. Pechino comprendeva anche un concerto presso l'Ambasciata svizzera e un concerto finale presso la Grande Muraglia. Immagini sotto: Quest'ultimo concerto ci ha fornito delle splendide foto ai piedi della Grande Muraglia. |
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Milton Delugg, Fisarmonicista, Compositore e Bandleader del 'Tonight Show', Muore a 96 anni- USAby Rita Davidson Barnea |
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Foto sopra, da sinistra a destra, prima fila: Wayne Howell, Jerry Lester, Milton Delugg (fisarmonica) e l'attrice Dagmar su "Broadway Open House" nei primi anni 1950. Milton Delugg, che ha accompagnato Al Jolson con la fisarmonica, co-scritto la hit di Nat King Cole 'Orange Colored Sky', condotto la band per il 'The Tonight Show' i Johnny Carson, ed è stato direttore musicale della Macy Thanksgiving Day Parade per tre decenni , è morto il 6 aprile nella sua casa di Los Angeles. Aveva 96 anni. Questa è stata una carriera di otto decenni che ha incluso collaborazioni con il cantautore Frank Loesser, il regista e umorista Abe Burrows, il ventriloquo Paul Winchell e Chuck Barris, la cui avventura televisiva ha incluso "The Gong Show." Necrologio del New York Times, 12 aprile da Sam Roberts: delugg.pdf |
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Pictures above: Starlight Trio of Kevin Friedrich, Lionel Reekie and Maurice Jones. Choir accompanied by Kevin Friedrich. New York based accordionist Kevin Friedrich returned to his home town of Dargaville, New Zealand to present his annual concert, "Afternoon of Music with Kevin Friedrich and Friends". The 2015 annual fundraising concert for the Dargaville Musuem included moving musical tributes in honor of local servicemen and women. The entire country as well as Australia and the United Kingdom are in the midst of presenting tributes, marking the 100th Anniversary of Gallipoli and the 70th Anniversary of the end of WWII. For Kevin's tribute, he worked with renowned New Zealand composer Gary Daverne to provide 16 minutes of original sound track for a multimedia presentation featuring local servicemen and women, to which Kevin played live. The work titled "This is Our Home" comprised three movements: I. The Journey, (with backing by the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra) II. Gallipoli, III. This is Our Home which featured narration and vocals by Lionel Reekie. The audience was deeply moved by the poignant music, continuing to draw in audible breaths and sighs as the history of the many local people who died in these wars was recognised. Many eyes had tears in them as the audience gained their feet to applaud for a very long time, this stunning video/musical rememberance. Another original composition commissioned for the concert was a haunting waltz by popular Scottish accordionist Gary Blair, who had composed the piece Waltzing Home for Kevin to play on this program. The beautiful new work was extremely well received by the capacity audience. The 8th Annual Concert presented by Kevin at Lighthouse Function Center at the Dargaville Museum, was sold out weeks earlier, and featured an array of local and guest talent. The moving concert opened with the Last Post and Rouse along with the raising and lowering of the New Zealand flag in honor of the Service personnel and one of two National Anthems, God Save the Queen performed by the Auckland Accordion Symphonietta conducted by Lionel Reekie. This 18 piece accordion orchestra then opened the musical part of the concert, with the afternoon going on to feature vocalists, instrumentalists and readings, including performances by Maurice Jones and his daughter Alanah (vocals). Maurice performed with Lionel Reekie as the Starlight Duo, and were joined by Kevin for one number as the Starlight Trio. A humorous moment occurred when Lionel Reekie and Kevin performed the old time favorite 'I Brought My Harp to the Party, but Nobody asked me to Play'. With some localizing of the words, the adapted song 'I Brought my Accordion to the Concert, but Nobody asked me to Play' included local identities and humor. At the end of the song when the words say 'so I threw the thing away' the audience was amused, and relieved to later find out, that through a quick switch and slight of hand, that the accordion that went hurtling out the door into the carpark, was actually a dummy polystyrene accordion! The finale of the concert was the multimedia presentation, which elicited a standing ovation, with the concert closing with the second of New Zealand's National Anthem's God Defend New Zealand, followed by the traditional Jam Session. Picture below: Kevin Friedrich next to one of the 888,246 hand made ceramic poppies used in the impressive display at the Tower of London in the United Kingdom. |
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![]() On April 12th, 12 years old Spanish accordionist Marta Cubas Hondal today won the Under 18 section in the Mons International Competition Mons in Belgium. The head of the jury was Richard Galliano. Marta is taught by Gorka Hermosa in Santander, Spain. Photo left: Gorka Hermosa, Marta Cubas Hondal, and Richard Galliano. |
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![]() Mitch, who was 20 years old, attended many accordion festivals, clubs and other events as part of trade shows. He was well-known and very much liked by all who met him, and his sudden death has come as a great shock in the UK accordion scene. The police have issued a statement: “The death is currently being treated as non-suspicious and officers will assist in the compilation of a report for the coroner”. |
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by Harley Jones
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Video 1: Published on Mar 31, 2015 J.S. Bach Concerto No. 3 IN D. BWV 1054, 1st movement. Video 2: Published on Mar 31, 2015 Felix Tango composed by Matteo Falloni, José Valadez (accordion) and Arturo Vera (guitar) Two weeks ago we featured a video from this concert. Here are two other works. Accordionist José Valadez, accompanied by the Orquesta Intermedia, conducted by José Bartolomé Martínez, performed a classical concert on March 25th at the Escuela Superior de Música y Danza de Monterrey, Monterrey, México. The program included music by Schubert, Rossini, Ponchielli, J.S. Bach, and others. |
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![]() John Bonica writes: "So far, I have systematically started at the head and worked down the body, covering the common symptoms and conditions that can and frequently do afflict us as accordionists. As kids we are more flexible and consequently less likely to suffer accordion-related injuries than when we get older, stiffer, and progressively less strong muscularly. In this chapter I attempt to cover the most common accordion-related pain complaints that I have encountered in my 50 years of clinical practice." This exciting eBook by John Bonica (PT CMP NZRP) is being published chapter by chapter, with about one chapter being released each month. For more information, and purchase the book at: John Bonica |
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Published on Mar 10, 2015, Metallica cover by Tatyana Mazur (pandora) Sergey Shamrai (accordion) |
by Rob Howard
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![]() The Largest Accordion in the World – Italy Contributed by Beniamino Bugiolacchi Giancarlo Francenella has made his dream come true by building the largest accordion in the world, a feat which required over one thousand hours of work! The instrument weighs around 200 kg and features 45 treble piano keys, 120 bass buttons, its keyboard is 253 cm high, each key measures 70 cm and the reeds are 10 cm high. The materials used include wood (fir, cedar, mahogany, walnut), metals (aluminium & steel), cardboard, cloth for the bellows and special varnish, etc. This instrument (in perfect working order) would deserve a place in Hollywood's Guinness World of Records. Giancarlo Francenella, an accomplished craftsman from Castelfidardo, is the owner of Sonerfisa, a workshop which produces reed blocks for most accordion firms in the area, and has a deep passion for the accordion. Always eager to contribute to the initiatives of the Tourism Board and City Council when it comes to promoting the fascinating and rewarding world of accordion craftsmanship at fairs and events (last year in Perugia his work caught the attention of EEC President Romano Prodi), Francenella is well-known for his modesty. The instrument bears the name "Castelfidardo" and its maker wishes to make it available to all organizations which aim to promote the accordion as a musical instrument and the inventiveness and skill of the craftsmen of the Marche region. This technical masterpiece will be presented at the Disma Music Show in Rimini (April 28th) and will feature during a musical evening at the Astra theatre in Castelfidardo (May 9th) during the celebration for the 20th anniversary of the International Accordion Museum. |
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by Rob Howard
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![]() Musically, Keith Hancock borders on the edge of rock music in style without losing sight of his folk roots. He is a notable songwriter, politically left of centre, whose lyrics are often hard hitting on a whole range of social issues. In 1990, he assembled the Keith Hancock Band, consisting of folk heavyweight performers Martin Carthy, Dave Swarbrick, and Rauri McFarlane. |
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The Quintetto Veneto, featuring Elio Bertolini, performs in concert on Saturday April 18th, 7.30pm, in Battaglia Terme (PD), Italy. |
by Rob Howard
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![]() Ken Nicol has over 40 years of music experience, playing the diatonic button accordion and also the tenor banjo, guitar, mandolin, and mandola. He was even bestowed the title the ‘Baron of the Banjo’ by Frankie Yankovic. Ken had his own rag/jazz band for many years, playing in and around Ohio as well as performing in the German Pavillon at Disney’s Epcot Center and at the Altstadt Fest in Goslar/Harz, Germany. Mary’s music career has spanned over 30 years, playing both the organ and the piano accordion. She has performed at numerous festivals, banquets, and for parties. For further information email: kenandmarymusik@yahoo.com |
by Rob Howard
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‘Postcards from Argentina: A Tribute to Argentine Folklore and Tango Pianists’ is presented on Sunday evening, April 19th, by Argentine pianist Claudio Mendez and bandoneon player Bertram Levy. Together, they present a unique tour of the diverse popular music culture of Argentina through music, stories, and video. Mendez arrives from Buenos Aires after an extensive European tour in which he presented his ‘Tribute to Argentine Folklore and Tango Pianists’. He and Bertram Levy, of Port Townsend, have been friends for more than a decade and have toured together in both Argentina and the USA. They are joined on Sunday evening by Al Bergstein, who presents video clips to embellish the stories and imagery. Argentina’s popular music composers have always included wonderful pianists. In this concert, Mendez reinterprets iconic tango and folklore themes, as well as those of lesser-known composers. Mendez said the concert is “a special way to walk through different territories of Argentina music on a journey into this great little cosmos that is the sound of the piano.” The two are to perform classic tango duets. Levy also presents solo compositions not usually heard on the bandoneon, pieces that explore the complex polyphonic potential of the instrument. The concert begins at 7pm on Sunday April 19th at First Baptist Church, 1202 Lawrence St, Washington. Admission is $15. For further information email: info@bertramlevy.com |
by Rob Howard
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The Duo Nuevo Mundo of Lácides Romero (accordion) and Francisco Rivera (clarinet) perform in concert on Thursday April 23rd, 7.30pm, at Centro Cultural Uniandinos de Bogotá, Colombia. Entry is free. Their program includes classical music by Handel, Dvorak, Charles Gounod, Haydn, Georgias Dinicu, and Ernesto Nazareth. The Duo Nuevo Mundo was formed in 2003, and have performed in the Pan-African Music Festival in Brazzaville (Congo), in the Millennial Basilica Notre-Dame de Marceille in Limoux (France), in the Auditorium of the University of Salamanca (Spain), at the International Chamber Music Festival of Manizales (Colombia), in the Anconetani Accordion Museum of Buenos Aires (Argentina), the Auditorium of the Medical Association of Rosario (Argentina), the Auditorium of the Faculty of Arts of Montevideo (Uruguay), the House Horacio Quiroga Salto (Uruguay), the Music School of Conception of Uruguay (Argentina), and in several Colombian cities. In 2007 the duo came first in the Chamber Music Competition organized by the Bogota Philharmonic Orchestra. In 2007 the duo took third place (Bronze) in the Web Music Concert Hall International Competition Golden Trophy in New York, in the category of Academic Music. The Duo Nuevo Mundo has a diverse repertoire ranging from classical music to Latin American and national popular music. For further information email: lacidesromero@gmail.com |
by Harley Jones
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![]() It will be a night to remember as the program includes an international mix of Ravel’s ‘Alborada del Gracioso’, Respighi’s ‘Pines of Rome’, and the segment featuring Mederos on various tangos and milongas from South America, with accompaniment of the PPO. Aside from being a performer, Rodolfo Mederos is also a composer, biologist, filmmaker, carpenter, teacher, and collector. According to his official website, his forceful personality has produced a profound effect on tango, developing a style fraught with popular essence and emotion, and drawing from every single note he strikes a myriad of deep roots and good taste. |
by Rob Howard
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On Saturday April 25th, 8pm until 11pm, the Stanislav Angelov Tango Quartet with Juan Simon (vocals) performs in concert and for dancing at The Depot, The Wedge Shopping Centre, 255 Rivonia Road, Morningside, South Africa. The evening is organised by The Argentine Association of South Africa. The quartet line-up will be Stanislav Angelov – accordion, Elena Zlatkova-Purchase – violin, Thembinkosi Mavimbela – double bass, and Wayne Purchase - piano. For further information email: music@goodmusic.co.za |
by Rob Howard
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![]() The ten finalists will compete for three grand prizes in three categories. The finalists are: Conjunto: Raul Resendez, age 14, Palmview; Josue A Garcia, age 15, La Feria; Rito Peña, age 16, San Antonio; Brandon Betancourt, age 17, Houston. Cajun/Zydeco: Donovan Bourque, age 14, Beaumont; Elizabeth Kelley, age 16, Port Neches; Chloe Johnson, age 14, Moscow. Polka: Rebecca Huck, age 21, Harker Heights; Chris Trojacek, age 20, Ennis; Brandon Hodde, age 20, Holland. The three Finals winners will perform at Texas Folklife’s highly acclaimed annual Accordion Kings & Queens Festival at Houston’s Miller Outdoor Theatre on Saturday June 6th, with Texas roots music accordion stars. For further information email: sheree.scarborough@gmail.com |
by Rob Howard
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West Sussex Accordion Club’s next meeting, on Saturday April 25th, from 1.30 to 4.30pm, will be a double celebration: St George’s Day and Shakespeare’s Birthday. This will involve cream teas and a good old sing-song. The £4 admission includes refreshments. The venue is St Andrews Church Youth Centre, Cants Lane, Burgess Hill, West Sussex RH15 0LG. All are welcome. For further information email: sqzbxs@aol.com |
by Harley Jones
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Video above: Zoe Tiganouria! Peristeri Live, published 3rd February 2015 Accordion/piano duo Zoe Tiganouria and Nick Avatangelos perform in concert on Sunday April 26th, 8pm, at the Alma Theatre, St. Constantine & Akominatou, Metaxourgio, Athens, Greece. The performance consists of four sections: famous Tango music, favorite Waltz & Film Melodies, Classical and Contemporary Music Repertoire, together with compositions of Zoe Tiganouria, and compositions by well-known Greek composers For further information email: info@zoe-music.net |
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![]() Catalog No: cfranco195 - Fantasia Rumbesca (solo) as an eSheet, able to be purchased online with credit card and sent to you by email. Fantasia Rumbesca is a simple piece of Latin Style Music |
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