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Parution d’un nouveau Cd de Friedrich Lips CD intitulé Quodlibet - Austriche/Russie
Le XI ième festival Dani Harmonike, du 12 au 16 avril, Bijeljina – Bosnie Herzégovine
Le succès du 32ième congrès 2019 de la NAA - USA
Inauguration prochaine d’une nouvelle mosaïque d’accordéon – Nouvelle Zélande
Reports for Concerts, Masterclasses, Competitions, Festivals, etc. |
Premiere of a new Finnish Accordion Concerto in Espoo - FinlandBlue Mountains Music Festival – Australia
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All-Russian Day of Bayan, Accordion and Harmonica 2019 – RussiaInternational Klezmer Festival Fürth – GermanySt Patrick’s Day Irish Music Weekend - UKDúo Contrastes Concert - ColombiaBand Workshop Day – EnglandAlzheimer's Society & Research Concert - UK“Accordion Stories from the Heart” – USAChaika Launch Tour 2019 – Australia
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New Compositions by Franco Cambareri - Australia
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Le festival d’accordéon du printemps de Shanghai 2019 - Chinaby Harley Jones |
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 Le festival d’accordéon du printemps de Shanghai 2019 se tiendra les 13 et 14 avril à Shanghai, comme partie intégrante du fameux 26ième festival international de musique « Le printemps de Shanghai » de notoriété mondiale. Télécharger un poster à imprimer : 2019PosterShanghai.pdfAfin de promouvoir l’accordéon dans sa pluralité et sa dimension nationale et internationale dans la région du delta de la rivière Yangtze, le festival d’accordéon du printemps de Shanghai 2019 présentera une série de concerts d’ accordéon sous l’intitulé « Belt and Road» du 15 au 20 avril dans les régions de Changzhou, Ma’anashan et Ningbo. Information détaillée en chinois avec la liste des participants et les horaires : 2019cnShanghai.pdf Les artistes internationaux et locaux présentés seront : - L’orchestre d’accordéon de l’Université Normale de Shanghai - L’orchestre de la ligue d’accordéon de Shanghai - Réaction Tango Aleksandar Nikolic & Petar Maric (Serbia) - Radu Ratoi (Moldavie), vainqueur de la coupe mondiale 2019 - Quintette Esse (Russie), - Tutto a Dio, Augustinas Rakauskas & Greta Staponkute (Lituanie) Ensemble vainqueur de la coupe du monde 2019 - Groupe d’accordéonistes du delta de la rivière Yangtze Programme des concerts: - Le 13 avril à 19h : Hongqiao New Town Central Park (No. 2238 West Yan'an Road) - Du 15 au 20 avril : Tournée dans le delta de la rivière Yangtze à Changzhou, Ma'anshan, Ningbo. Concerts du groupe d’accordéonistes du delta de la rivière Yangtze. - Les 13 et 14 Avril : Hongqiao New Town Central Park (No. 2238 West Yan'an Road, Changning district, Shanghai) Le premier festival d’accordéon du printemps de Shanghai s’est tenu en 2006 et la région est, depuis, riche en festival d’accordéons. Vous pouvez en savoir plus sur ce riche passé ici : 2006 Shanghai | 2008 Shanghai | 2009 Shanghai | 2011 Coupe Mondiale | 2017ShanghaiConcert | 2018Shanghai |
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Parution d’un nouveau Cd de Friedrich Lips CD intitulé Quodlibet - Austriche/Russieby Dr Herbert Scheibenreif Manager of Friedrich Lips Productions |
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 Le nouveau CD “Quodlibet” de Friedrich Lips vient de paraître. Ce CD contient la musique des plus grands compositeurs russes de la deuxième moitié du 20ième siècle et début 21ième siècle.Liste des morceaux : 1. Mikhail Bronner (*1952) "Katuv“ pour bayan, piano et orchestre symphonique 37:18 Avec l’orchestres symphonique de l’Académie Gnesin RAM dirigée par Andrey Lebedev. 2. Suite (1951) Alexander Kholminov (1925-2015) Chanson 3:44 3. Scherzo 2:49 4. Nocturne 3:37 5. Final 6. Efrem Podgaits (*1949) Odessa-Quodlibet (dédié to Friedrich Lips) 6:40 Vous pouvez trouver plus d’informations et commander le cd en ligne sur internet: Catalogue : CD029 Quodlibet CD |
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Le XI ième festival Dani Harmonike, du 12 au 16 avril, Bijeljina – Bosnie Herzégovineby Harley Jones |
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| Le premier festival Dani Harmonike (Les jours de l’harmonie) a eu lieu en 2009 à Ugljevik, sous l’égide de l’école de musique "Kornelija Stankovic" et son représentant Slaviša Peric. En plus des concerts, séminaires et conférences, les compétitions pour solistes, ensembles de musique de chambre et orchestres se tiennent chaque année devant un jury international et les joueurs internationaux qui participent au festival. Le XI ième Dani Harmonki (du 12 au 16 avril 2019) présentera les solistes Vladimir Murza (Ukraine), Yuri Shishkin (Russie) and Mirco Patarini (Italie). La date limite d’inscription pour le festival est le 25 mars 2019 Pour plus d’informations contacter Slaviša Peric, email : msks.festival@gmail.com |
Le succès du 32ième congrès 2019 de la NAA - USAby Rita Davidson Barnea, Editor USA Accordion News |
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 Le 32ième congrès 2019 de la « National Accordion Association » (NAA) s’est achevé dimanche dernier en beauté ! La foule, l’accordéon, les rencontres, la camaraderie et la convivialité sont toujours au rendez-vous.Pour les passionnés d’accordéon, il y’en avait pour tous les goûts et j’ai suivi de nombreux ateliers, concerts et bœufs qui m’ont tous inspirés. Le clou de ces manifestations : la première mondiale de l’orchestration pour accordéon de “Two Plus One” composé par Gary Davern, interprété par l’orchestre du festival NAA et dirigé par le chef d’orchestre néo-zélandais, le chanteur et accordéoniste Lionel Reekie. Lionel a aussi animé des ateliers, chanté et joué. Nombreux furent les concerts et ateliers du NAA 2019, avec plus de 200 spectateurs pour les concerts du soir et banquet ! Félicitation au bureau de la NAA 2009 et à son équipe sur le terrain. Norman Seaton (photo à droite), Nancy Bernstein, Rebecca Ratcliff, Sharon Seaton, Nick Ballarini, Markus et Sabine Baggio Voir la parution du 1er avril du magazine américain sur l’accordéon AccordionUSA pour des reportages détaillés avec vidéos et photos. Photos ci dessous: Norman Seaton, Rebecca Huck, Jamie Maschler, Gabe Rodriguez |
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Inauguration prochaine d’une nouvelle mosaïque d’accordéon – Nouvelle Zélandeby Christine Johnstone |
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 L’accordéoniste Kevin Friedrich (photo à droite) donnera son 12ième concert annuel « Kevin Friedrich et ses amis » dans le phare du musée de Dargaville, le 31 mars prochain. Le thème cette année est « musique de scène » et comprendra les musiques de comédies musicales comme « Les misérables », « Le fantôme de l’opéra », « My fair lady » et « Evita ».Un moment clef cette année sera l’inauguration d’une mosaïque sur le thème de l’accordéon (réalisée par une artiste local Kim Harrison) tandis que sera joué la nouvelle chanson “Chant de paix” du compositeur néo-zélandais Gary Daverne. Cette mosaïque sera décorée spécifiquement ce jour-là pour célébrer l’Anzac (journée de commémoration pour soldats morts pour la guerre en Nouvelle Zélande et Australie). Toutes les recettes du concert seront reversées au Musée de Dargaville et l’on s’attend à faire salle comble. Pour plus d’infos, appelez au : +64 9 439 7555 Reportage photos des années précédentes : 2018Dargaville |
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by Dr Herbert Scheibenreif Manager of Friedrich Lips Productions
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| On March 7th, 2019 a new large scale Finnish work “Concerto da Camera” (by Kalle Välimaa, a well-known Finnish accordionist and composer) was performed for the first time by Finnish accordionist and conductor Jukka-Pekka Kuusela as a soloist in Suvela Chappel, Espoo. The orchestra part was played by the composer himself on piano. “Concerto da Camera” consists of 7 movements and lasts about 30 minutes. The composition (also entitled “Memories from La Palma”) and the performance were well acclaimed by the public. The concert which was entitled “Accordion Concertos on a Spring Evening” included works by U. Jutila, J. Webb, V. Salmanov, B. Przybylski and J.S. Bach which were performed by young accordionists from Espoo and Hyvinkää. The picture below shows accordionist Jukka-Pekka Kuusela and composer Kalle Välimaa. |
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by Christine Johnstone
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 The Blue Mountains Music Festival is currently underway in Katoomba, Australia and will finish this weekend. The event included over 45 acts including daily performances by the group “Baltic Bar Mitzvah” which features a multi-instrumental line-up.The group, which includes accordionist Neil Simpson play a contemporary interpretation of music from Eastern European and Jewish cultures. Each member of the ensemble has studied music extensively in their chosen disciplines and currently practice professional performance careers. Combined with a constant focus to improvise and explore the music they perform, Baltic Bar Mitzvah’s dynamic sound traverses the frenetic melodies of the Balkans to the passionate embrace of Argentinian tango, and together with a progressive fusion of grooves, changes perceptions of what folk music can be, and leave the dance-floor wailing for more. |
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by Dr Herbert Scheibenreif Manager of Friedrich Lips Productions
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 The All-Russian Day of Bayan, Accordion and Harmonica 2019 will be celebrated at the Gnesins RAM Concert Hall in Moscow on March 16th. The Department of the Bayan and Accordion of the Gnesins RAM established the event with project manager, Friedrich Lips (picture left).The purpose of the event is to become a part of the national cultural project. According to the founders, in search of a national idea it is very important to support initiatives to preserve the traditions and achievements of our multinational country. The event is also Russia's contribution to World Accordion Day. Accordion, bayan and harmonica players (both amateur and professional) in all regions of Russia have shown great enthusiasm for this event. It is worth noting that throughout the twentieth century these reed instruments were an integral part of the life of the people of Russia: Russians, Tatars, Bashkirs, Ukrainians, and many others. The bayan, harmonica and accordion played an invaluable role during the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945. Please see poster below for event information. Also link: 2019All-Russian.pdf |
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by Christine Johnstone
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 The International Klezmer Festival Fürth & Jewish Music Today event will be held at the Kulturforum Fürth, Germany from March 15th to 17th organised by Stadtverwaltung Fürth.The event will include a variety of workshops and concerts some of which are sold out. On March 16th, Felix Shinder & Dengi Vpered (picture left), an 8 piece band from Ukraine (which includes accordionist Oleg Vasyanovych), will perform Wild Klezmer mixed with rough Balkan brass and "gangster songs". The band unites Russian and Ukrainian music, especially old folk songs from Odessa, with Yiddish songs and Klezmer melodies from all over Eastern Europe. This will be followed by Mischpoke (Germany - picture below), a six piece band which includes accordionist Martin Terens. This group show their joy of playing with tempo, wit and charm, as well as melancholy and depth – attributes that characterize their sound. Mames Babegenush (Denmark) which includes accordionist Nicolai Kornerup will provide further entertainment. This popular band has been bringing traditional Freilachs and Eastern European folk to the international stages for 15 years now and this year they present a project of a very special kind. Joined by a string quartet, the band embarks on a new musical territory. The result is absolutely worth listening to: sometimes klezmer, sometimes classical music, sometimes lively and excited, sometimes calm and melancholic. For details email: klezmer-festival@fuerth.de |
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by Christine Johnstone
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 Some positions are still available for a St Patrick’s Day Irish Music Weekend for accordionists which will be held on March 16th and 17th at the Village Hall, Ettrickbridge End, Scottish Borders, organised by Ian Lowthian (pictured).The event will include some of the standard singalong pieces as well as some polkas, jigs and reels. Some discussions on Irish ornamentation is planned too. For further details email: ianlowthian@yahoo.co.uk |
by Christine Johnstone
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 Dúo Contrastes which includes Lácides Romero (accordion) and Felipe Calle (piano) will perform a concert at the Uniandinos de Bogota in Colombia on March 22nd at 7.30pm.Their program will include Hornpipe (Handel), Anitra’s Dance (Grieg), Rondo Gitano (Haydn), Lo Que Vendra Tango (Piazzolla) plus solo accordion works such as Malvaloca (Calvo) and Danza Eslava #8 (Dvorak). Entrance to this concert is free of charge. For further details email: lacidesromero@gmail.com |
by Rob Howard
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 An all-day Band Workshop with Bert Santilly (pictured) will be held at the Woodley Methodist Church, Chapel St, Woodley in Stockport on March 23rd from 10am to 4.15pm.Bert, who is known for his jazz and busking workshops at the Seacroft and Caister festivals, will cover various points of playing technique and also give individual guidance where necessary. Workshop numbers are limited. For details email: robaccord5@hotmail.com |
by Rob Howard
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 Accordionist Karen Street will team with her husband Andy (saxophone) to give a relaxed afternoon concert in aid of Alzheimer's Society and Alzheimer's Research as part of the Dementia Revolution. The concert will be held on March 24th at St John’s Hall, Mortimer, near Reading and the duo will play a mixture of musical styles. The concert is free of charge and donations can be made before and after the event. For details email: karen@karenstreet.com |
by Christine Johnstone
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| In conjuction with the Connecticut Accordion Association and the AAA, on March 31st Paul Ramunni, founder of the New England Accordion Connection & Museum Company in Canaan, CT, will share stories from his new book “Accordion Stories from the Heart” at the Waverly Tavern in Cheshire, CT. Paul will also perform several pieces and answer questions from attendees. The books will be available for purchase along with the author’s autograph before and after the event. For further information phone Marilyn: 203-272-12 02 |
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by Christine Johnstone
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| “Chaika Band” (which includes accordionist Emily-Rose Šárkova) will tour Australia from April 20th to June 30th to launch their latest CD “Arrow”. Their first tour performance will be held at Smith’s Alternative, 76 Alinga Street in Canberra followed by concerts in Sydney, Katoomba, Brisbane, Wauchope, Wollongong, Avoca Beach, Bellingen, Nambour and Gosford. Please see poster below for concert details. Pre-sales are now open for the band’s new CD, which is their third to date and comes in a lovely gatefold card case with artwork by band members Laura Altman and Susie Bishop. The band also played some of their new songs at the Cobargo Folk Festival last weekend. For further concert information email: info@chaikaband.com |
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by Franco Cambareri
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  Three new compositions by Franco Cambareri of Australia have been released.cfranco241 - Fantasia Lunatica cfranco242 - Nostalgic Moments cfranco243 - Triste Autunno View sample page online, pdf format music sent to purchaser by email. |
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by Joan C. Sommers
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 CD Reviews Index for the Review of Hymn to Aphrodite CD by Friedrich Lips. Review by Joan Cochran Sommers.Recent years Lips CD's: CD028 Hymn to Aphrodite CD CD027 Fachwerk | Kapote CD CD026 Night Flowers CD CD025 Lips Concerto CD CD024 Under The Sign of Scorpio CD CD023 Cocktail "Rio Rita" CD & eTracks mp3 album CD022 Viva Voce CD & eTracks mp3 album CD021 ecLipse CD & eTracks mp3 album CD020 ¡Buenos Dias, Astor! CD & eTracks mp3 album |
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