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66th Coupe Mondiale, Victoria, British Columbia - Canada
Sergio Scappini and Mascia Foschi Featured "Museums in Music" - Italy
Bruno Maurice Featured in "Turbulence" Double Concerto - France
Duo "Palazzo Squillante" with Francesco Palazzo and Mauro Squillante Perform in Castelfidardo - Italy
Reports for Concerts, Masterclasses, Competitions, Festivals, etc. |
Video: Massimo Andreotti on Antenna 3 - Italy
‘Accordions at the Castle’, Blackpool - UK
Sergei Telechev CD ‘The Magic of Accordion’, Oregon - USA
Video: Accordionova - Dreams - Live - Russia
Video: Accordion Ensemble Vietnam Performing - Vietnam
‘14 Years Ago’ – Special NAO Award for Tom Duncan
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The Accordion at the Ravenna Festival – Italy
Joao Gentil and Emiliano Faryna Concert, Lisbon - Portugal
Brendan Power and Tim Edey @ Chester Folk Festival, Cheshire – UK
INW Accordion Club Meeting, Spokane WA – USA
‘Accordion Days’, Ugljevik-Bijeljina – Bosnia and Herzegovina
Vivant and Mary Tokarski Featured, Kansas City - USA
2013 Goran Alachki Accordion Event, Castelfidardo – Italy
‘Il fiore delle mille e una nota’ Dance Show, Urbania – Italy
"The Famous Accordion Orchestra" Annual Tour, New York – USA
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Franco Cambareri Releases Two New Compositions
Don Grzanna release new music
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Awards to Alfredo Marroni (Roland) and Prof. Viatcheslav Semionov – Italyby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
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 Picture above: Presentation by compere, Henry Adamo, Castelfidardo Council Chairman (in the absence of the Mayor), to Alfredo Marroni (President Roland Europe) and Vincenzo Canali, President of the Museum Castelfidardo.2013Impressions Photo Report On Thursday, 23rd May at Teatro Astra, Castelfidardo wanted to emphasize and award two important personalities from the Accordion World, during the 150th Celebration of Paolo Soprani and the 5th edition of "Museums in Music" by the Museum Castelfidardo. Firstly Alfredo Marroni, President of Roland Europe, manufacturer of digital accordions, was awarded for all the interest and mission that the company Roland has invested over the years, developing a new way of manufacturing and using the accordion, regarding festivals and performing on stage and the constant collaboration between ancient techniques producing hand crafted instruments and modern digital sound technology. Pictures left: President Roland Europe Alfredo Marroni speech, lower, Scandalli President Mirco Patarini and speech by Viatcheslav Semionov. Viatcheslav Semionov, famous concert artist, composer, teacher, from Russia, was awarded the 2013 Premio "Paolo Soprani" Award for his outstanding lifetime of dedication to the accordion. The idea of the Premio Paolo Soprani Award was born four years ago by Vincenzo Canali and Mirco Patarini, at that time in collaboration with the company Suoni Ltd, (Scandalli and Paolo Soprani), today Scandalli Accordions srl. This award is presented to individuals who have distinguished themselves in the popularization of the accordion in all its forms throughout the world. Previous recipients of this prestigious award are: 2012 Harley Jones from Accordions Worldwide at the 2013 Coupe Mondiale in Spoleto. 2011 Vincenzo Canali, President of Accordion Museum in Castelfidardo. 2010 Gian Mario Spacca, President of Marche Region. 2013Impressions Photo Report Picture below: Henry Adamo, Castelfidardo Council Chairman, Mirco Patarini President of Scandalli Accordions srl, Prof. Viatcheslav Semionov and Vincenzo Canali. |
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66th Coupe Mondiale, Victoria, British Columbia - Canadaby Harley Jones |
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 Plans are now well underway for 66th Coupe Mondiale and the 130th CIA International General Assembly of Delegates Congress in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. This will be held from the 18th to 25th August, 2013, organized by the CIA member from Canada, the British Columbia Accordion Society.CIA President Raymond Bodell and Aleksandar Milojevic (President of the BC Accordion Society) warmly welcome guests, competitors and supporters to Victoria for the 2013 Coupe Mondiale. Entry closing date is 10th June for candidates wanting homestay (provided free of charge) and for candidates making a hotel booking, entry closing date is 10th July. World Accordion Orchestra VII We would like to welcome accordionists to participate in this exciting international accordion event. The World Accordion Orchestra VII will perform at the Gala Concert on Tuesday evening at the spectacular "World is Here!" Concert. Full information is on the Coupe Mondiale website and the Registration Forms are available now. The planned schedule is now on the Coupe Mondiale website. CIA President Raymond Bodell writes - "I welcome everyone to come and enjoy what promises to be a most exciting Coupe Mondiale in the beautiful city of Victoria, in Canada. See you there!" |
Sergio Scappini and Mascia Foschi Featured "Museums in Music" - Italyby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
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  The Castelfidardo and Rassegna "Museums in Music" invited the enchanting duo of Sergio Scappini and Mascia Foschi (ballerina, actress and singer) to the Teatro Astra in Castelfidardo. Sergio Scappini on his classical accordion Bugari honoring the shortly passed away and beloved Castelfidardo artist Gervasio Marcosignori, by performing one of his famous pieces. Not only Marcosignori was remembered by Sergio Scappini and Mascia Foschi. Also remembered were Mia Martini and Edith Piaf and their wonderful music, underlined by the many options of the digital Roland V-Accordion so artistically performed by Sergio Scappini. A true delight for the public was the performance and powerful voice of singer Mascia Foschi interpreting various tangos in the original language.Throughout the Teatro Astra, one could feel a light vibration of emotions, sometimes see the tapping of the feet or quiet humming to the music. Long lasting applause by the audience honored both of these artists. |
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Bruno Maurice Featured in "Turbulence" Double Concerto - Franceby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
  "Turbulence", a double concerto for accordion, clarinet and string orchestra, created in homage to Jacques Di Donato is a work in four movements, which draws draws heavily on the music that Jacques Di Donato (pictured left) and Bruno Maurice (pictured right) improvise during their concerts as a duo.The creation takes place this Friday, May 24th at 20:30 at the Theatre Comoedia, Marmande. The performers are: Bruno Maurice (accordion), Jacques Di Donato (Bb and bass clarinets), Orchestre des "Symphonistes d'Aquitaine" directed by Philippe Mestres. For further information, email Bruno Maurice email: bmaurice33@gmail.com |
Duo "Palazzo Squillante" with Francesco Palazzo and Mauro Squillante Perform in Castelfidardo - Italyby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
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 2013Impressions Photo ReportDuring the 5th Edition of “Museum in Musica” in Castelfidardo the numerous audience of the Theatre “Astra” had the pleasure of listening to the wonderful enchanting music of the Duo Mandocello of Francesco Palazzo (accordion) and Mauro Squillante (mandoloncello) an ancient combination of instrumental folk cultural tradition, rural, mostly Italian. Duo "Palazzo Squillante", desire to retrieve through a philological research and musicological, historical, and stylistic approach, the culture of the original mandocello and commit to memory, precious and ancient oral traditions, that are unwritten. The repertoire ranges from songs with a strong penchant for ethnic songs and popular, with music arranged by original music (as happens in all traditions) with new compositions inspired by popular themes and memories, a centuries-old songs (like some tarantella of 700, Bourbon tradition) and ending with songs of Romany tradition, rooted for centuries in our land, as in most European countries. A repertoire genuine and authentic, as they once were the products of the earth. 2013Impressions Photo Report |
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Video: Accordion Duo Miroslav & Vladislava at SOCHI 2013 - Russiaby Miroslav Lelyukh |
| Published on May 10, 2013, Accordion duo Miroslav & Vladislava. XIII International festival-competition "The Union of talents of Russia" (SOCHI-2013). Miroslav Lelyukh and Vladislava Raguzina. http://akkordeonist.com/ |
Video: Massimo Andreotti on Antenna 3 - Italyby Harley Jones |
| Video released May 19th, of Massimo Andreotti on the TV program “Voci in Piazza”, Antenna 3 performing an arrangement of Hungarian Dance No. 5 by Johannes Brahms. |
‘Accordions at the Castle’, Blackpool - UKby Rob Howard |
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 This year’s ‘Accordions at the Castle’ festival, organised by Heather Smith, took place from May 12th to 17th at the Norbreck Castle Hotel, Blackpool. It is fair comment to say that a great time was had by all!The opening concert, featuring Harry Hussey, Rosemary Wright, Murray Grainger & Alan Shute (accordina), Bert Santilly, Ray Burgon, Rob Howard, Heather Smith & Geoff Cook (sax), set the tone for the week, which was lively and all-action! The festival guests - Giancarlo Caporilli (Italy), Stefan Andrusyschyn (accordion) & Denise Leigh (soprano), David Vernon (accordion, bagpipes, Scotland), Gennaro Ruffolo (MusicTech midi accordion, Italy), Harry Hussey, Roy Hendrie (accordion with midi) & Dave Morrice (fiddle, Scotland), Rosemary Wright, and Bert Santilly - all performed brilliantly in their respective concerts. Roy Hendrie & Dave Morrice played for Scottish dancing several times. The orchestral workshops are at the heart of accordion festivals, and all the daily practice was heard to good effect in the final concert. The Buskers Band, led by Bert Santilly, opened by storming through several medleys of such fare as Lady is a Tramp, Limehouse Blues, Sweet Georgia Brown, Scotland the Brave, etc. The Intermediate Orchestra (MD Brian Jenkins) played the TV themes Last of the Summer Wine, Allo Allo, and Dad's Army. The Elementary Orchestra (MD Rosemary Wright). played Te Deum (Charpentier) and Tie a Yellow Ribbon. The Vintage Band played Anchors Aweigh, Donauwellen, Chasing Rainbows and Hear My Song Violetta, and the Swing Band played Charmaine, Amigo, Jersey Bounce and Zambezi. The trade show featured the Birmingham Accordion Centre, The Music Room (Cleckheaton), Limex (Roy Hendrie), Robaccord Publications (Rob Howard), and the Accordina stall (Alan Shute). Caroline Hunt was present with an eye-catching display of her antique accordions and memorabilia. Giancarlo Caporilli and Gennaro Ruffolo gave some amazing impromptu demonstrations of some of the antique accordions, such as the Tiger Combo Cordion and the Uniform Keyboard. There was also an organ/keyboard festival taking place in the hotel, ensuring that music was everywhere, day and night. Friday came, and it was all over…until the next time. For further information email: heather@accordions.karoo.co.uk |
Sergei Telechev CD ‘The Magic of Accordion’, Oregon - USAby Rob Howard |
 ‘The Magic of Accordion’ is a new CD by US-based Russian accordionist Sergei Teleshev, featuring interpretations of pieces that range from the baroque works of J.S.Bach to jazz.... and even today's ‘new age’ music, all intimately rendered on the accordion - a magical instrument. The CD is available via Sergei Teleshev’s website.The tracks include: J.S. Bach – ‘Toccata and Fugue in D minor’, J. Colombo/T. Murena – ‘Indifference’, S. Teleshev – ‘Movie Suite Part 1 Trip to Vegas’, S. Teleshev – ‘Movie Suite Part 2 Foreign Accordionist’, S. Teleshev – ‘Movie Suite Part 3 Ruby’s song’, S. Teleshev – ‘Movie Suite Part 4 Vegas Strip’, R. Galliano – ‘Waltz for Nicky’, R. Galliano – ‘New York Tango’, V. Chernikov – ‘Voronezh Cowboy’, A. Musiyuk/A. Lisker/S. Sorokin – ‘Fly with Me’, C. Chaplin - ‘Smile’, J.S. Bach – ‘Fugue in C’. Sergei Teleshev is a member of the Trio Voronezh. For further information email: info@triovoronezh.com |
Video: Accordionova - Dreams - Live - Russiaby Harley Jones |
| Published on May 16, 2013. Accordionova duo of Mikhail Popov and Ivan Gorbulich. www.accordionova.com |
Video: Accordion Ensemble Vietnam Performing - Vietnamby Harley Jones |
| Published on May 13, 2013, Gilles Mayer - Pierre De Lune by the Accordion Ensemble Vietnam: Accordionists: Quang Huy, Viet Hung, Thu Hien, Lê Hong, Minh Tiep. Director: Nguyen Tai Hung. |
‘14 Years Ago’ – Special NAO Award for Tom Duncanby Rob Howard |
 The Accordions Worldwide news for the week ending May 21st 1999 included an item concerning a special award by the National Accordion Organization of the UK to Scotsman Tom Duncan for his efforts in promoting young accordionists. After retiring from career in the Lancashire Police with the rank of Chief Superintendent, Tom Duncan turned his attention to playing and promoting the accordion, and his many laudable achievements included founding the Wyre Accordion Club, the Wyre Accordion Festival, the Morecambe International Accordion Festival, the Blackpool Accordion Festival, and the ‘Best of Accordion Music’ weekend at Prestatyn, North Wales. He and accordionist Heather Smith together published the ‘Accordion Profile’ magazine. Tom passed away on April 26th 2012 at the age of 88. Special Award Presented – England Contributed by Heather Smith On May 1st, at the National Accordion Championships in Scarborough, NAO Chairman Raymond Bodell announced (to the audience of nearly 1000 people) that the NAO had decided to present a special award to Tom Duncan. Tom is the organizer of both the annual Blackpool Accordion Festival and the ‘Best of Accordion Music’ weekend at Prestatyn, and the award was in recognition of his work in promoting young accordionists. Tom was presented a plaque by the Chairperson of the Junior NAO Committee. He was most surprised to receive this award, and in his reply expressed how honoured he felt to receive such a distinguished award and asked that those who gave up their valuable time for similar reasons should share the honour with him. |
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Aydar Gaynullin: ‘Tango de Amor’ Concert, Berlin - Germanyby Dr Herbert Scheibenreif Manager of Friedrich Lips Productions |
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| Video above: February 2013, Libertango - Aydar Gaynullin & Euphoria In his Russian homeland Aydar Gaynullin is a star, and in many other countries the accordion virtuoso has now made a name for himself. He has appeared in various TV shows with such outstanding artists as Anna Netrebko, Mstislav Rostropovich, the Symphonic Orchestra of Luxembourg or Martina Gedeck and played for Mikhail Gorbachev, Vladimir Putin, Jacques Chirac, and Spain's Queen Sophia. The multiple award-winning accordionist would now like to present himself to a wider German audience with his musical companions. The concert ‘Tango de Amor’ will take place on June 8th, 6pm, in the Kammermusiksaal of the Berlin Philharmonie, with Aydar Gaynullin (button accordion, accordina), Elena Lutz (button accordion), Borislav Strulev (cello), Artyom Dervoed (guitar), Pavel Novikov (Bansuri), Sergey Ahmed (Cajon, udu, further percussion instruments), Arkady Shilkloper (French horn, alphorn), and the Moscow Youth Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Valery Vorona. It is always a special experience to see Aydar Gaynullin live on stage: in a very powerful way and with breathtaking speed he transfers his expressive artistic energy in the buttons of his accordion, and within a very short time, his audience is swept up. In addition to classical music and tango, he plays jazz, ethno-folk, rock, experimental music, is often involved with crossover projects, and works together with Elena Lutz as a duo. Gaynullin writes music for plays and films which were awarded at international film festivals in Venice, Moscow, and New York and has recorded several CDs and DVDs. |
The Accordion at the Ravenna Festival – Italyby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
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| The accordion will feature significantly in this year’s Ravenna Festival, May 23rd to July 13th. Accordionists performing include Riccardo Tesi and Simone Zanchini, and there will be an ‘Accordion Story’ exhibition. Full details in Italian language. |
Joao Gentil and Emiliano Faryna Concert, Lisbon - Portugalby Rob Howard |
 Joao Gentil (accordion) and Emiliano Faryna (acoustic guitar) perform in concert May 24th, 11pm, at Na Se, Lisbon, and on May 25th at Ondajazz, Lisbon. João Gentil started his musical studies in Switzerland where he lived until the age of 11. Once in Portugal he attended the Conservatory of Music of Figueira da Foz where he was a student of Paulo Jorge Ferreira and Jose António Sousa. He has also studied at the international accordion school in France, CNIMA J.Mornet, with Jacques Mornet. |
Brendan Power and Tim Edey @ Chester Folk Festival, Cheshire – UKby Rob Howard |
 Harmonica player Brendan Power, from New Zealand, and melodeon player/guitarist Tim Edey perform as a duo at the Chester Folk Festival, Kelsall, Chester, Cheshire, on Saturday May 25th, 9.50pm. |
INW Accordion Club Meeting, Spokane WA – USAby Rob Howard |
 The next meeting on the Inland North West Accordion Club is on Monday May 27th, 5.15pm, at the Global Credit Union (North Entrance), 3rd St Maple, Spokane, Washington. |
‘Accordion Days’, Ugljevik-Bijeljina – Bosnia and Herzegovinaby Rob Howard |
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| The 5th ‘Accordion Days’ festival takes place from May 23rd to 28th in Ugljevik-Bijeljina, Bosnia and Herzegovina. The festival is organized by the ‘Kornelije Stankovic’ music school. For further information email: msks.festival@gmail.com |
Vivant and Mary Tokarski Featured, Kansas City - USAby Harley Jones |
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 Vivant! ~ Julie Silfverberg, Dee Sligar, Karen Fremar, Melody Stroth, Janne Silfverberg and Brian Steever ~ will be featured on the Fremar Foundation for Accordion Arts' "Music & Merlot" on Saturday, June 15th, 7 p.m. Two-time United States Accordion Champion, Mary Tokarski of Connecticut, will perform as guest artist. We will mix it up with several other professional musicians (Judy Johnson, Flute; Beth McCollum, Cello; Jason Scheufler, Guitar and Kevin Maret, Vibes) to perform a couple of World Premieres ~The Java House and Sapphire (for Two Accordions and Hand Drums) ~ and also a few works from Karen Fremar's new CD release Fremar - Night at the Pla-Mor. Then grab another glass of wine or a good cup of coffee at intermission and prepare your "Dance Card" for some big band swing, blues, Latin, and tango. The event will be at All Souls Unitarian, Bragg Auditorium, 4501 Walnut Street, Kansas City, MO, 64111. Cocktails and Hors d'oeuvres begin at 6:30 p.m. in the lobby. Admission is free. Donations accepted at the door. The Fremar Foundation is a Non-profit Charitable Organization. |
2013 Goran Alachki Accordion Event, Castelfidardo – Italyby Rob Howard |
 The 2013 Goran Alachki Accordion Event, organized by Elke Ahrenholz, takes place at the Parco Hotel, Castelfidardo, Italy, May 26th to June 2nd. Led by Goran Alachki, the focus will be on Macedonian traditional music, and its various rhythms. Tuition will be in group classes and as an orchestra. Goran Alachki will perform in the concert on the final day. A maximum of 50 accordionists can participate. For further information email: eahrenholz@me.com |
‘Il fiore delle mille e una nota’ Dance Show, Urbania – Italyby Rob Howard |
  On Saturday June 1st ‘Il fiore delle mille e una nota’, a performance of contemporary music and dance, directed by accordionist Claudio Jacomucci and choreographer Kathleen Delaney, is staged within the picturesque setting of the Parco Ducale, Urbania.The protagonists of the evening, beside Jacomucci and Delaney as an accordionist and composer-dancer-choreographer, will be the musicians of the Italian Accordion Academy (Dennis Allegaert, Marco Ambrosio, Barbara Ardenois, Luca Pignata, Ezio Testa, Przemek Wojciechowski), the dancers of Kathleen Delaney Dance Company (Kathleen Delaney, Martina Ferraioli, Maria-Francesca War, Erika Rombaldoni, Irene Saltarelli) and the Choir Durantino conducted by Simone Spinaci. The program includes music for classical accordion, accordion ensemble, mixed choir and ensemble by Maurice Ravel, Igor Stravinsky, Alexina Louie, György Kurtag, Guillaume de Machaut, Pawel Baranek, Arvo Pärt, Bach, Erkki Jokinen, George Zamfir, George Gershwin, William Albright and original choreography by Kathleen Delaney. It will also include the premiere of ‘Arcana’ for mixed choir, ensemble of accordions and singing, conducted by Claudio Jacomucci. The Italian Accordion Academy is an advanced-level pedagogic and performing project dedicated to the development and promotion of the classical accordion. It is led by Claudio Jacomucci and the Alexander Technique teacher and choreographer Kathleen Delaney. The activities of the academy consist in a yearly Master Course - whose pedagogy is based on the Alexander Technique principles - and in the realization of several public concerts and performances which involve the participation of the students. Concerts and masterclasses are generally scheduled in Italy and in the Netherlands (Urbino, Venice, Amsterdam). For further information email: accademia@claudiojacomucci.com |
"The Famous Accordion Orchestra" Annual Tour, New York – USAby Rob Howard |
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| "The Famous Accordion Orchestra" Annual World Tour of Brooklyn, which began in May, continues during June. The Famous Accordion Orchestra, led by composer/accordionist Bob Goldberg, performs a wide range of music spanning the years. Repertoire includes music by Stephen Foster, Rossini, Bach, Offenbach, Guy Klucevsek, Lars Hollmer, Paolo Conte, Duke Ellington and Kraftwerk, waltzes, marches, tangos, and sound environments. The Orchestra varies in size and membership, but regular members include accordionists Bob Goldberg, Genevieve Leloup, Mark Nathanson, Melissa Elledge, Rachel Swaner, and the rhythm section of Greg Burrows on drums and Joe ‘Tuba’ Keady on tuba. "The Famous Accordion Orchestra" currently receives funding from the Brooklyn Arts Council's community arts program for its series of free concerts in Brooklyn community gardens and public spaces, and for the development of new music. Concert dates: June 2nd, 4pm - Local Produce Festival, Pacific Street Garden, 5th Avenue and Pacific Street, Park Slope, Brooklyn June 8th, 2pm - Jane Bailey Memorial Garden, 327-329 Greene Avenue, Fort Greene/Bed-Stuy June 8th, 6pm - East 4th Street Community Garden, East 4th between Fort Hamilton Pkwy and Caton Avenue, Kensington The Famous Accordion Orchestra 2013 World Tour of Brooklyn is partially sponsored by the Greater New York Arts Development Fund of the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, administered by Brooklyn Arts Council (BAC). For further information: banorchestra@earthlink.net |
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John Raczka release 4 new musicby John Raczka |
 John Raczka - accordionist, performer, arranger, releases 4 new music for accordion available for purchase online. 'Around The World', catalog:raczka213, 'Arrivederci, Roma', catalog:raczka214, 'Ballin' The Jack', catalog:raczka215, 'Bartered Bride Polka', catalog:raczka216 The music are in eSheet format, able to be emailed to your computer. Purchase with credit card. |
Franco Cambareri Releases Two New Compositionsby Franco Cambareri |
 Franco Cambareri - accordionist, composer, producer, releases 2 new composition for accordion available for purchase online. 'Cumbia Mania', catalog: cfranco170, 'Fiesta Latina', catalog: cfranco171 The music is in eSheet format, able to be emailed to your computer. Purchase with credit card. |
Don Grzanna release new musicby Donald E Grzanna |
 Don Grzanna - accordionist, composer, performer, releases 4 new composition for accordion available for purchase online.'Can Can', catalog: grza161, 'Southern Bird Dance', catalog: grza162, 'Jazz And Me', catalog: grza163, 'Hungarian Dance No. 5', catalog: grza164 The music is in eSheet format, able to be emailed to your computer. Purchase with credit card. |
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Stories of Lucile CD by Murl Allen Sandersby Joan C. Sommers |
 CD Reviews Index for the Review of Stories of Lucile CD by Murl Allen Sanders, in English language, reviewed by Joan C Sommers. |
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