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19-Nov-2010
11th Annual Las Vegas Accordion Convention, Nevada – USAby Paul Pasquali Event Organizer |
 Hundreds of accordionists gathered from all over the USA, Canada, Mexico and as far away as South America, France and Italy to attend the 11th annual Las Vegas International Accordion Convention organized by Paul Pasquali. The event featured over 40 workshops and classes from 1st to 4th November. Highlights were performances by Dick Contino, Frank Marocco, Alexander Sevastian, Pete Barbutti, Anthony Rolando and Valerie Vacca, Sylvia Marie Barber, Corky Bennett, Gordon Kohl, Bruce Gassman, Kim and Dan Christian, Michael Bridge, and Gina Brannelli. The music ranged from Classical to Jazz to Rock n’ Roll, and included music from almost every part of the world. A major highlight of the event was awards night on Wednesday. First award went to a young performer from Canada, Emmanuel Gasser. He performed several original compositions with a commanding stage presence. Returning for a special engagement, the 2007 CIA World Champion Alex Sevastian gave a brilliant performance that brought the audience to its feet many times. Then, the 2010 Honorary Conductors Award was presented to Frank Marocco. Frank gave a performance of a lifetime that was astounding to say the least. He performed with Santo Savino (drums), Ken Seifert (bass) and Fred Haller (on sax and flute), and together they received many standing ovations. Joan Cochran Sommers received the Lifetime Achievement Award for her distinguished contribution to music education, accordion music, and culture. Joan has for three years organized and conducted the International Accordion Orchestra, and together they provide a breathtaking grand finale. This year was no exception with Thursday grand finale featuring 50 performers on stage with full orchestra percussion. For more information visit www.accordionstars.com or email: paul@accordioninfo.com |