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Review: 14th Afternoon of Music with Kevin Friedrich & Friends - New Zealandby Harley Jones |
The Lighthouse Function Center in Dargaville, New Zealand was filled to capacity for the 14th Annual Afternoon of Music with Kevin Friedrich and Friends, a variety Show featuring accordionists and entertainers from different parts of New Zealand. Accordionist Kevin Friedrich hosted his popular fundraising concert this time called ‘An American Journey’, on 28 March 2021. Presented by The Dargaville Museum, the 14th Annual Afternoon of Music with Kevin Friedrich and Friends featured a variety of American or American inspired music. Covering a diverse array of genres the show included Vaudeville to Vegas, Ragtime to Rock n' Roll, Cajun to Country, Broadway to Bluegrass, the Golden Oldies to Gospel and more! Moving to the United States in 1980 to study accordion at the University of Missouri – Kansas City (UMKC) with renowned accordion teacher Joan Cochran Sommers, Kevin’s concert showcased a variety of musical styles and some of the popular pieces that pertain to his country of residence, the USA. Full report and pictures at: 2021Dargaville Picture below: Grayson Masefield (left) and Kevin Friedrich (right) performing with orchestra. |