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2014 Coupe Mondiale Entries Closing Date, Salzburg - Austria
Salomon Canelo’s New Speed Record, San Miguel – Mexico
Entries Closing, 7th Strumenti & Musica Festival of Spoleto - Italy
Reports for Concerts, Masterclasses, Competitions, Festivals, etc. |
Video: Alexander Poeluev & New-Centropezn Jazz Quartet - Russia
Video: Klaus Paier & Asja Valcic at the Festival Kunstflecken - Germany
Video: Highlights of 2011 Coupe Mondiale and Concerts in Shanghai - China
‘14 Years Ago’: The growing popularity of free bass in China
Future events |
CT Tango Ensemble Milonga @ Cape Town – South Africa
Mirjana Petercol Concert, Braunfels – Germany
Donna Maria Regis Concert, New Hampshire – USA
'Il Sole' featuring Steve Albini and Tatiana Semichastnaya Performance - USA
Semir Sammy Hasic Charity Concert, Balingen – Germany
International Accordion Festival, Texas – USA
Klaus Paier Tour Dates – Germany
Mazaika Classical Concert, London – UK
Victor Prieto Trio Concert, New York – USA
Martynas Levickis Concert, Stockton-on-Tees – UK
Richard Galliano Quartet Concert, New York – USA
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Franco Cambareri Releases New Music - Australia
Gary Dahl Releases New Arrangements - USA
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39th PIF International "Città di Castelfidardo" Starts Thursday – Italyby Harley Jones |
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  The 39th PIF Castelfidardo Premio International Accordion Competition takes place from Thursday 18th to Sunday 21st September 2014 organised by the Castelfidardo Municipal Administration, the Castelfidardo Pro Loco and Artistic Director Roberto Lucanero.Daily Reports of pictures and videos from 18th September at: 2014Concorso Castelfidardo Mayor Mirco Soprani announced that 158 entries (solo, ensemble and orchestra) have been received "involving about 350 competitors from 26 countries and three continents of the world." Added to this must be the international guests of the afternoon and evening concerts, and 36 members of the jury from 15 countries with Alfredo Santoloci, Director of the Conservatorio Santa Cecilia, Rome as Jury President. "The City of Castelfidardo looks forward to welcoming hundreds of accordion competitors, teachers and enthusiasts next week to what promises to be a fantastic kaleidoscope of colors, languages and cultures united by the language of music and love of the accordion." The 2014 program, Reports since 2004 are online at: 2014Concorso Daily Reports of pictures and videos from 18th September at: 2014Concorso |
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2014 Coupe Mondiale Entries Closing Date, Salzburg - Austriaby Herbert Scheibenreif |
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 Teachers and potential entrants are reminded, that entries close for the 67th Coupe Mondiale on the 22nd September 2014. Do not be late.An exciting 67th Coupe Mondiale and 132nd CIA International General Assembly of Delegates Congress in Salzburg Austria is ready to go and will be featuring 9 international accordion categories of competitions. The first Coupe Mondiale was in 1938. CIA President Raymond Bodell and Werner Weibert (President of the Harmonikaverband Österreichs - HVÖ) warmly welcome guests, competitors and supporters to Salzburg for the 2014 Coupe Mondiale, 27th October to 1st November. All accordionists are invited to perform in the CIA World Accordion Orchestra VIII. The conductors are Jacob Noordzij, Werner Weibert and Joan Cochran Sommers. The orchestra will be joined by a large choir for their final work. A special price Combi-Pass for ALL Coupe Mondiale competitions and concerts (28th October to 1st November) costs only €85 Adult and €50 Students is still available. Superb value. All concerts are being held at the world class Salzburg Congress Center (picture below). You can order your concert tickets including the Combi-Pass online at: www.harmonikaverband.at/formulare/CM_Salzburg/Kartenbestellformular_en.html A reminder for delegates and adjudicators to register at: 2014Delegate/Jury We look forward to welcoming you to the 67th Coupe Mondiale, which we are sure will be a very exciting event. Full information, accommodation and entry details are online at: Coupe Mondiale |
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Salomon Canelo’s New Speed Record, San Miguel – Mexicoby Rob Howard |
 Mexican accordionist Salomon Canelo, who plays both piano and diatonic accordions, has recently claimed a new record as the fastest accordion player in the world, playing a diatonic accordion at 30 notes per second. He commented that “discipline and the work is the secret of success”.The previous record was held since 2008 by former All Ireland Champion diatonic accordionist Liam O’Connor, playing ‘Tico Tico’ at 11.67 notes per second, ratified by Guinness Records. For further information email: salomoncanelo@hotmail.com |
Entries Closing, 7th Strumenti & Musica Festival of Spoleto - Italyby Harley Jones |
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 The entries for the 7th Strumenti & Musica Festival of Spoleto for Accordion and Piano close on the 20th September 2014. Rules and entry forms are available in English at: 2014Spoleto.pdfThe 7th Strumenti & Musica Festival of Spoleto dates are 8th to 12th October, in the famous cultural city of Spoleto and is organised by Italian Accordion Culture Association (IAC) who hosted the 2012 Coupe Mondiale in Spoleto. Competition categories are: A Classical Accordion without age limits. B Classical Accordion up to 18 years of age. C Accordion “Virtuoso” (Varieté) without age limits. D Accordion “Virtuoso” (Varieté) up to 18 years of age. E International Competition for ensemble. IAC Artistic Director Mirco Patarini (picture top left) announces a series of unmissable concerts, which includes the winners of the 7th International Competition for Accordion Soloists and Ensemble. During the event, there will also be a concert and seminars by Alexander Selivanov (picture lower left), Professor of Accordion at the Gnessin Academy in Moscow and Denis Chefanov, professor of piano at the Conservatory Moscow Tchaikovsky. Rules and entry forms are available in English at: 2014Spoleto.pdf |
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2014 Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Sligo – Republic of Irelandby Rob Howard |
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 Video 1: Country singer Lee Matthews recorded his latest video release during the Fleadh Cheoil - titled 'There's Irish In Our Eyes'. Written By - Lee Matthews, Produced By - Spout Studio, Music Video Produced By - The Garage Project.Video 2: Published on Aug 19, 2014, De Dannan playing on Fleadh TV, live from Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann, Sligo 2014, on Saturday the 16th August 2014. Jigs/Reels. 2014 Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Sligo was the biggest traditional Irish music festival on the planet. Some super impressive statistics of this huge event that features accordion so much. Over 350,000 attendees from around the world, over 15,000 musicians, 1,500 dedicated volunteers, 190 competitions, all packed into 8 days. 2014FleadhResults Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann returns to Sligo in 2015 from August 9th - 16th |
Video: Alexander Poeluev & New-Centropezn Jazz Quartet - Russiaby Harley Jones |
| Alexander Poeluev & New-Centropezn Jazz Quartet, Concert in Gulkevichi. Video released 6th September 2014. Live in Rostov-on-Don 2013 - CD and eTracks mp3 album available at: Alexander Poeluev |
Video: Klaus Paier & Asja Valcic at the Festival Kunstflecken - Germanyby Harley Jones |
| Video: Klaus Paier & Asja Valcic performing at the Festival Kunstflecken. Video released 1st September 2014. |
Video: Highlights of 2011 Coupe Mondiale and Concerts in Shanghai - Chinaby Harley Jones |
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Part 3: 2011 Coupe Mondiale Highlights
 Video: This video shows highlights of the 2011 Coupe Mondiale compiled by Prof. Li Cong, President of the China Accordion Association. The video has been added to his updated web site at: Li Cong.The 2011 Coupe Mondiale held in Shanghai and was the largest Coupe Mondiale ever held and there were many major concerts by very famous artists. |
‘14 Years Ago’: The growing popularity of free bass in Chinaby Rob Howard |
  The Accordions Worldwide news for the week ending September 15th 2000 included a report of the steady growth in popularity of free bass amongst accordionists in China, especially at conservatories and in competitions. Since then, Chinese accordionists using free bass have increasingly made their mark in top level international competitions with many successes in concert and entertainment categories. Over 200 years ago, when it was suggested by his aides that France should consider colonization in China, Napoleon Bonaparte replied, “Let China sleep. When she awakes the world will tremble”. Perhaps the emperor foresaw the coming of the accordion! Free Bass Accordion Growing in China Contributed by Prof. Li Cong The popularity of free bass accordions is growing steadily in China. In a recent accordion Master Class (organized by the Tianjing Music Conservatory), over 40 students took part, most of whom had free bass accordions. At the August China International Accordion Festival Competition, all competitors in the Adult Class played free bass accordions, with many also in the younger age classes. Over the last few years, Professor Elsbeth Moser (Hanover College of Music, Germany) has visited China several times teaching free bass accordion and encouraging new playing ideas and music. Cao Xiao-Qing has assisted European accordionists to give successful lectures and master classes in China. The Tianjing Music Conservatory, which has built up a vast amount of teaching material and experience has over forty, free bass students. The conservatory believes that teachers will benefit from learning more about free bass techniques, so is currently organizing classes for young teachers and students. |
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Alexander Selianov and Denis Chefanov Concert, Castelfidardo – Italyby Rob Howard |
 Alexander Selianov (accordion) and Denis Chefanov (piano) perform in concert on Friday September 19th, 4pm, at the Salone degli Stemmi, City Hall, Castelfidardo. Alexander Selivanov was born in 1979 in Kazan; after a long training with professor Viatcheslav Semionov at the Music Academy of “Gnessins”, this extraordinary accordionist developed different musical repertoires, from the classical music arrangements to the Russian folk music and even contemporary music. He performs solo concerts and with orchestra, in Russia and in many other countries all over the world. Since 2003 he has been playing in duo “Una Sinistra” together with his partner Yulia Amerikova. In addition to his concert career, Selivanov is an accordion teacher at the music academy of “Gnessins” (Moscow), and he is also committed to the organization of professional events like international competitions, master classes and festivals. Winner of the Coupe Mondiale, Klingenthal competition, and of the International Award in Castelfidardo and of many other national and international competitions. Program: 1.W. Lutoslawski Variations on a theme of Paganini 2. V. Semionov «Frescos» Concerto for accordion and orchestra 3. T. Sergeeva Night flowers 4. T. Sergeeva Amaryllis 5. T. Sergeeva Jasmine Denis Chefavon was born in the city of Tyumen (USSR) in1974. In 1992 he started his studies in the Concervatory of the state of Moscow, Tchaikovsky. After his studies, he started to teach and in 2007 he was granted the chair at the Thaikovsky Conservatory. Denis Chefanov won the International Competition in Kil (Sweden) and the Gran Prix in Kiev (Ukraine). For further information email: info@scandalli.com |
CT Tango Ensemble Milonga @ Cape Town – South Africaby Rob Howard |
 The CT Tango Ensemble perform for dancing at Kaleidoscope Cafe, 56 Main Road, The Assembly, Cape Town, on Friday September 12th, 8pm until 9pm.The members of the CT Tango Ensemble are Stanislav Angelov - bandoneon, accordion, arranger, Albert Combrink - piano, arranger, composer, Petrus de Beer – violin, and Charles Lazar - double bass, composer. For further information email: music@goodmusic.co.za |
Mirjana Petercol Concert, Braunfels – Germanyby Rob Howard |
 Accordionist Mirjana Petercol performs in concert on Saturday September 14th, 6pm, in the castle chapel at Braunfels. Having last year completed a master's degree in music from the Middle Ages at the Folkwang University in Essen, Mirjana Petercol will include some ancient sacred pieces alongside 20th Century secular music.For further information email: mirjanapetercol@gmx.de |
Donna Maria Regis Concert, New Hampshire – USAby Rob Howard |
 On Saturday September 13th, 5pm, accordionist Donna Maria Regis will perform with a trio as part of a cultural festival at the New Hampshire State House in Concord, NH. This outdoor event is free and open to the public.Donna Maria Regis is Music Director of the New Hampshire Accordion Association, and Artistic Director for the ACCORDIONS NOW! Music Festival. |
'Il Sole' featuring Steve Albini and Tatiana Semichastnaya Performance - USAby Harley Jones |
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| 'Il Sole' featuring Steve Albini and Tatiana Semichastnaya will headline, October 12th, at the Italian Rootstock Festival in Santa Rosa, CA. It will be a great day of all things Italian! This weekend Il Sole performs, September 13th at Festa Coloniale Italiana. The festival takes place in the North Beach (Little Italy) neighborhood of San Francisco. Steve Albini performs solo at the 9th annual Festival Vendemmia on September 20th at the Francis Ford Coppola Winery in Geyserville, CA. Inspired by the vintage Italian street fairs, it will be a festive evening featuring harvest-themed experiences, live entertainment, and more. Steve also performs most Tuesdays at the A Tavola family style Italian dinner at Francis Ford Coppola Winery in Geyserville, CA. A Tavola is a casual dining experience inspired by Francis Coppola’s favorite way of enjoying a meal. Instead of ordering from menus, the chef prepares a variety of dishes and sends them to your table. It’s great way to enjoy a meal and a lot of fun for the whole family. |
Semir Sammy Hasic Charity Concert, Balingen – Germanyby Rob Howard |
 Accordionist Semir Sammy Hasic performs in concert on Saturday September 13th, 5pm until 7pm, at the Markplatz, Balingen, Germany. Proceeds from this concert go to the Gisela Hspital in Bangladesh. |
International Accordion Festival, Texas – USAby Rob Howard |
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| This year’s International Accordion Festival takes place on Saturday September 13th, 12pm until 9.30pm, at the historic downtown La Villita in San Antonio, Texas. This annual non-profit festival celebrates San Antonio's long held multi-cultural love of the accordion and is a free event. The guest list includes the Alamo Angels Accordion Orchestra, Bluesqueezebox, Canzionere Grecanico Salentino, Conjunto Puro Corazon, Cross-Strait Trio, Dwayne Dopsie and The Zydeco Hellraisers, Ennis Czech Boys, Eva Ybarra Y Su Conjunto, Las Lluvias del Norte, Matuto, Relicario Vallenato, Tsuumi Sound System, and Vishten. |
Klaus Paier Tour Dates – Germanyby Rob Howard |
 Accordionist and bandoneonist Klaus Paier performs internationally, as follows:September 14th, 6pm - Musiktheater im Revier (ballet), Kennedyallee, D-45881 Gelsenkirchen, Germany September 19th, 7.30pm - Musiktheater im Revier, Kennedyallee, D-45881 Gelsenkirchen September 25th - Musiktheater im Revier, Kennedyallee, D-45881 Gelsenkirchen September 26th, 8pm - Schloss Rheydt, Schlossstraße 508, D-41238 Mönchengladbach September 27th, 7.30pm - Musiktheater im Revier, Kennedyallee, D-45881 Gelsenkirchen Klaus Paier (born 1966) graduated from Klagenfurt Conservatory, specializing in accordion, jazz and composition. He has performed in most European countries as well as Egypt, Israel, Canada, Algeria, Vietnam, and the United States. In 2011 in Moscow, Russia, Klaus Paier became the first Austrian accordionist to receive the Silver Disc prize - a special award for accordionists and their achievements. For further information email: klaus.paier@aon.at |
Mazaika Classical Concert, London – UKby Rob Howard |
 The duo Mazaika perform a classical concert at the Pushkin House, 5a Bloomsbury Square, London WC1A 2TA, on Thursday September 18th, 7.30pm. The programme will include instrumental and vocal music by Vivaldi, Rossini, Mozart, Sarasate, Beethoven, Bizet, Kreisler, Rachmaninov, Tchaikovsky, Shostakovich, and others. Tickets: £12/£10 concessions ?Mazaika are Igor Outkine – accordion and vocals, and Sarah Harrison – violin. |
Victor Prieto Trio Concert, New York – USAby Rob Howard |
 The Victor Prieto Trio continue their long running jazz residency on Thursday September 18th, 9pm, at Terraza 7 Live Music, 40-19 Gleane Street, Elmhurst, New York. With accordionist Victor Prieto for this gig are Peter Bernstein - guitar, bass - TBA, and Eric Doob – drums. For further information email: victorprieto2001@yahoo.com |
Martynas Levickis Concert, Stockton-on-Tees – UKby Rob Howard |
 Lithuanian accordionist Martynas Levickis performs in concert with violinist Matt Glossop at St Joseph’s RC Church, Darlington Lane, Norton, Stockton-on-Tees TS20 1EW, on September 26th. Tickets cost: £10 adults, £5 children. This is an event in the annual Norton Music Festival. For further information email: norton_festival@btinternet.com |
Richard Galliano Quartet Concert, New York – USAby Rob Howard |
 The Richard Galliano Quartet will be performing at The Jazz Standard in New York City, October 23rd to 26th, 7.30pm. Two shows per day: $25-$30. Tickets are available, and seating is not reserved.Quartet lineup: Richard Galliano – accordion, Josh Nelson – piano, George Mraz – bass, and Mauricio Zottarelli – drums. |
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Mingyuan Ruan releases CD and DVD with eTracksby Mingyuan Ruan |
 Mingyuan Ruan has released this CD and DVD with album in eTracks (MP3) format download.'64th Coupe Mondiale (CIA) International Accordion Competition 'first prize' CD and DVD', catalog: ruan01 with sound samples. Music performed by Mingyuan Ruan. |
Franco Cambareri Releases New Music - Australiaby Franco Cambareri |
 Franco Cambareri releasing new music title for purchase on-line.'The Gondolier', catalog: cfranco190 Sample for these music are now available at the Music For Accordion web site. The music is in eSheet format e-mailed directly to your computer. Easy purchase with credit card. |
Gary Dahl Releases New Arrangements - USAby Gary Dahl |
 Gary Dahl - Author, composer, arranger, recording artist and music educator announces the following updated music title for purchase on-line.'Charade', catalog: DH0248 'Misty', catalog: DH0249 Sample for these music are now available at the Music For Accordion web site. The music is in eSheet format e-mailed directly to your computer. Easy purchase with credit card. |
New Site: Accordion Examination Board of New Zealandby Heather Masefield |
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| New Site: Accordion Examination Board of New Zealand (AEBNZ) has a new website with updated syllabus, music lists and entry information. |
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