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Zoltan Orosz Concerts in Amtrizar – India
Jacques Mornet & Nathalie Boucheix Now Teaching at Prestigious Schola Cantorum, Paris - France.
Free Postage, Super Value Christmas Gifts Books
BBC ‘Take the Floor’ Recordings, Scotland – UK
Reports for Concerts, Masterclasses, Competitions, Festivals, etc. |
Video: Sergey Osokin Popular Music Concert, Moscow - Russia
Morley Accordion Orchestra Album on iTunes / Amazon, London – UK
New Massimo Castellina CD ‘Ficumbia’ – Italy
Video: Linda - Portugal
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Natalya Chesnova plays for Wine Tasting Evening, Milan – Italy
Marco Lo Russo Concert, Warsaw – Poland
Theodore Bikel Tribute Evening, New York – USA
Richard Galliano Concerts – Italy, France, Taiwan
Ken and Mary Gigs, Ohio – USA
Marko Kassl Diary Dates, Amsterdam, Dortmund – Netherlands, Germany
Northern Box & Fiddle Club Concert, Belfast – UK
Stockport Accordion Club Charity Concerts, Macclesfield, Salford – UK
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Franco Cambareri release music
Charnwood Publications release music
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6th Gary Dahl "Easy Listening Variety" eBook, Now Released - USA
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World Premiere of Sonata No. 3 by Viatcheslav Semionov, Moscow – Russiaby Yulia Amerikova |
 Video above: Excerpt from the 3rd movement performed by Yuri Shishkin.On the 21st November was held the long awaited world premiere of Sonata No. 3 “Reminiscence of the Future” for solo accordion composed by Viatcheslav Semionov (picture left). The world premiere was heard at the Big Concert Hall of the Moscow House of Composers, and was part of the XXXV International Contemporary Music Festival "Moscow Autumn". Sonata No. 3 consists of 3 movements (Moderato, Andantino, Maestoso con Moto). The soulful lyrics of the 2nd movement are framed by a 1st movement filled with drama and intensity of development and a 3rd movement of multilayers of contrasting stylistic collage. In the 3rd movement, Viatcheslav Semionov has used the encrypted quote from Heinrich Heine: if “love lives in our souls – we are eternal ... “. The premiere was superbly performed by one of the greatest students of Viatcheslav Semionov, an outstanding musician who has received international acclaim, Honored Artist of Russia, Yuri Shishkin (picture lower left). The first performance of Sonata No. 3 was a huge success. The enthusiastic audience (it was full house concert) did not let the composer and performer leave the stage. This premiere is a significant event in the world of accordion art and another significant contribution to the accordion world by this famous composer. The second performance of Sonata No. 3 will be heard, 11th December at the 50-years anniversary concert of Yuri Shishkin, being part of the International Festival “Bayan and Bayanists” in Moscow. Famous compositions CD's and printed music are available online at: Viatcheslav Semionov For further information e-mail: semionov_slava@mail.ru, yulia.amerikova@gmail.com |
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Zoltan Orosz Concerts in Amtrizar – Indiaby Rob Howard |
 Video 1 above: The newest Release of Zoltan Orosz become Golden CD 3rd July 2013.Video 2 above: Tico Tico published 19th November 2013. Hungarian accordionist Zoltan Orosz performed concerts at the Khalsa College, a public school, and at the Indian Academy of Fine Arts, in Amtrizar. The concerts were arranged by the Hungarian Embassy as part of a cultural exchange and Zoltans' program of Hungarian and Russian folk tunes and Oriental music was greatly appreciated Zoltan Orosz began playing the accordion at the age of 4, and at 11 attended the Bartók Béla Music Secondary School in Budapest, followed by studies at the Liszt Ferenc TeacherTraining University. He won the Hungarian National Accordion Competition in 1998, 1999 and 2000, and has since pursued a successful international career. CD's available online at: Zoltan Orosz |
Jacques Mornet & Nathalie Boucheix Now Teaching at Prestigious Schola Cantorum, Paris - France.by Nathalie Boucheix, Director CNIMA J.Mornet |
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 The Schola Cantorum, possibly the greatest private music school in France, is a kind of French equivalent of the Juilliard School, USA. It has been founded in 1890 by famous French musicians of that time among whom was Vincent d’Indy. Some students’s names, whom many have become teachers in the Schola Cantorum include: Issac Albeniz, Georges Auric, Alfred Cortot, Maurice Durufflé, Alexandre Lagoya, Lily Laskine, Olivier Messiaen, Darius Milhaud, Cole Porter, Eric Satie, Edgar Varèse, Serge Gainsbourg, ... Seeing accordion steadily enjoying a larger place on the world’s stages and broadcasts, in light music, folk, classical and contemporary music, decided Michel Denis, Director of the Schola Cantorum, to create an accordion class for all styles. Michel Denis asked Jacques Mornet and Nathalie Boucheix, the founders of the famous CNIMA accordion school, and now Jacques and Nathalie will share their time between the Auvergne Natural Volcanoes Park area and the french capital. Courses have started in November 2013 and no doubt, students of Schola Cantorum will in the future enjoy similar successes to those at CNIMA who have won many international competitions. The Schola Cantorum website : http://www.schola-cantorum.com Tutor book available online at: Jacques Mornet |
Free Postage, Super Value Christmas Gifts Booksby Harley Jones |
 Accordion Christmas Gift ideas for friends and family at: 2013Christmas IdeasFree Postage for 15th November to 15th December ONLY make the following books SUPER value for a Christmas Gift. Free Postage Special: The Ins and Outs of the Accordion by Thierry Benetoux (catalog benetouxen00). A quality book about accordion repairs, tuning etc. that is very popular indeed. In English and French. Comprendre et Reparer Votre Accordeon (catalog benetouxfr00). Free Postage Special: Sounding Out The Accordion by Thierry Benetoux (catalog bthierryen). A very quality book that cares of the sounding and tuning up your accordion. In English and French. L’Accordeon & SA Diversite Sonore (catalog bthierryfr). Free Postage Special: Rob Howard Publications, An A to Z of the Accordion and Related Instruments by Rob Howard, an unique books that suits new learner of the accordion instrument. It also have An A to Z of the Accordion and Related Instruments Volume 2, An A to Z of the Accordion and Related Instruments Volume 3, An A to Z of the Accordion and Related Instruments Volume 4. Free Postage Special: Playing Well by Lynda Griffith (catalog lynda01), Prevention and Biomechanics of Musician Injuries These Christmas gift ideas have been compiled to hopefully attract your Xmas gift money to be spent with accordion artists, composers, arrangers and publishers. Please support accordion artistry and choose from over 2,200 eSheet pieces, 270 CD/DVD’s, 990 eTracks recordings, 833 plus printed works and numerous books (text) to choose from. 2013Christmas Ideas |
BBC ‘Take the Floor’ Recordings, Scotland – UKby Rob Howard |
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| The long running popular BBC Scotland radio show ‘Take the Floor’ will be hosting two special outside broadcast recordings in December 2013. The first is on Sunday December 1st, 3pm, at the Dunecht Village Hall. This is the show presenter Robbie Shepherd's home village and in order to celebrate his contribution to Scottish Music there will be a Variety Style Show. The event will be led by accordionist Iain Cathcart and his Scottish Dance Band. Also on the bill will be the Gemma Donald and Gordon Pattullo fiddle/accordion duo and Darren MacLean (picture below). Recording will start at 3pm. The second recording is on Friday December 6th on the eve of the Traditional Music Awards being held this year in Aberdeen. The venue is the Albyn School in Aberdeen and dancing will be to accordionist Tom Orr and his Scottish Dance Band. Tickets are free and available by emailing: takethefloor@bbc.co.uk |
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Mary Tokarski releases new Christmas CDby Kevin Friedrich |
 Amerian concert accordionist Mary Tokarski has released a new Christmas CD just in time for the Holiday Season. Mary invites listeners to enjoy her idea of Christmas music, as she explains her choice of pieces."March of the Toys and Parade of the Wooden Soldiers were childhood “favorites” of mine. On Thin Ice and Slippery Slope are representative of Connecticut winters (Can you imagine Santa Claus arriving on the ice, and sliding down that snowy, slippery slope?) What better way to enjoy the holidays than going over to the Shopping Center – everyone’s favorite pastime during the Christmas season. Moon River is from one of my favorite movies “Breakfast At Tiffany’s”, while Chopin’s Polonaise in A Major brings visions of grandeur to celebratory events and church services. The March from “The Nutcracker”, Ave Maria, O Holy Night, and Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas are typical for holiday listening. Tracks are as follows: 01. March of the Toys Victor Herbert 02. Moon River Henry Mancini 03. On Thin Ice John Gart 04. Let's Go Shopping (from Shopping Center Suite) Gary Daverne 05. In the Bookstore (from Shopping Center Suite) Gary Daverne 06. Super Market (from Shopping Center Suite) Gary Daverne 07. Coffee Shop (from Shopping Center Suite) Gary Daverne 08. Arcade (from Shopping Center Suite) Gary Daverne 09. March from "The Nutcracker" P. Tchaikovsky 10. Polonaise in A Major F. Chopin 11. Ave Maria J. S. Bach/Gounod 12. Parade of the Wodden Soldiers Leon Jessel 13. O Holy Night Adolphe Adam 14. Slippery Slope Michael Bridge 15. Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas Martin & Blane To order, please visit: Mary Tokarski |
Video: Sergey Osokin Popular Music Concert, Moscow - Russiaby Harley Jones |
| Video released 27th November 2013. Sergey Osokin since 2006 has been a teacher at the Schnittke's Moscow State Institute of Music. Prior to that, he had won many famous high-level international competitions: - The international competition in Klingenthal (Germany, 2002), - The X International competition in Arrasate-Mondragon (Spain 2002), - The International competition in Castelfidardo (Italy, 2003 and a special prize from "Excelsior"), - Grand-Prix at the 5th International competition "Cup of the North" in Cherepovets, - Grand-Prix at the International competition "Shabyt" in Astana (Kazakhstan, 2004), - The International competition "Trophee Mondial" (Bourboule, France, 2005). Sergey Osokin - College graduate of Moscow and Moscow State Institute of Music, A.G. Shnitke (class of Professor AI Ledeneva ), the Genessin Russian Academy of Music (class of Professor, People's Artist of Russia Friedrich Lips ) . Two CD's are available online at: Sergey Osokin |
Morley Accordion Orchestra Album on iTunes / Amazon, London – UKby Rob Howard |
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| The London-based Morley Accordion Orchestra (MD Ian Watson) recently released a CD, 'Europa', and this has now been released on iTunes, via Amazon, and lots of other online shops. This second album was recorded live in London, and is named after Jason Carr's 'Europa', which received its premiere performance in the concert. A whistle stop tour around Europe, from scary Moscow to sleepy Madrid to jazzy Rome, this performance is full of surprises and real quality playing. Also featured on the album is '2012', an Olympic inspired piece written for the orchestra by its conductor, Ian Watson. Morley Accordion Orchestra, formed in 1999, meets at Morley College, 61 Westminster Bridge Rd, London SE1 7HT. The MAO plays a wide variety of music - from original works for accordion orchestra to show tunes and film scores. There are now 30 members of the orchestra and for concerts are joined by percussionists. In May 2013 MAO performed at the World Music Festival in Innsbruck, Austria. Future plans include a Christmas Concert at the Lost Theatre, London, on December 8th at 3pm and the release of their 2nd album, ‘Europa’. In 2014 MAO will host a joint concert with the Nuremburg Accordion Orchestra at St. John's, Smith Square, Westminster, on June 8th. For further information email: morleyaccordions@gmail.com |
New Massimo Castellina CD ‘Ficumbia’ – Italyby Rob Howard |
 ‘Ficumbia’ is a new CD featuring Latin American-style music arranged and played by Italian accordionist Massimo Castellina, and composed by Michelangelo Topo, Massimo Castellina, and Silvia Arri. The CD is published by Edizioni Musicali IMG. Tracks: Ficumbia (cumbia), Polkisssima (polka), Ammirato (tango), Cromatica (mazurka), Potessi (slow waltz), Eclissi (waltz), Tamarindo (tango), Ribes (waltz), Sventola (polka), Strafisa (mazurka). For further information email: info@yeswemusic.net |
Video: Linda - Portugalby Harley Jones |
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| Popular singer Linda (Cantora) features the accordion (which she plays), in her music and on her CD covers. Videos above are: 1. Promotional Video 2. Animation video with accordion sounds featured 3. Linda's biggest hit Concertina do Funaná, performing with the accordion for TV. |
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‘Accordion Play In’, Deinze - Belgiumby Rob Howard |
 An ‘Accordion Play In’ – an all-day orchestra event - takes place at the Academy of Music Drama and Dance in Deinze, Belgium, on Saturday November 30th, from 9am. The conductors are Matthias Lens and Emmy Gysels, and the event concludes with an evening concert featuring all the music practised during the day, and there will be performances by the West Flemish Accordion Orchestra, conducted by Rik Rabaey, and the Royal Accordion Club ‘The Harmonikavrienden’, conducted by Matthias Lens. For further information email: emmygysels@gmail.com |
Natalya Chesnova plays for Wine Tasting Evening, Milan – Italyby Rob Howard |
 Natalya Chesnova, Italian-based Russian accordionist, performs at a French and Spanish wine tasting evening for women on Saturday November 30th, 8.30pm, at Van Ghe, Bastia 15, Milan. There will also be poetry readings by ‘Artists in the Forefront’. |
Marco Lo Russo Concert, Warsaw – Polandby Rob Howard |
 On Sunday December 1st, 8pm until 11pm, popular Italian accordionist and composer Marco Lo Russo performs a solo concert at the Jazzarium Cafe, Wilcza 50/52, Warsaw, Poland.Marco Lo Russo has been busy with overseas engagements this year, having performed in Mexico and Canada, and now in Poland. For further information email: stampa@marcolorusso.com |
Theodore Bikel Tribute Evening, New York – USAby Rob Howard |
 The National Yiddish Theatre, ‘Folksbiene’, presents a remarkable concert event celebrating the folk legend and actor Theodore Bikel in anticipation of his 90th birthday in May 2014. ‘Miracle of Miracles: A Chanukah Extravaganza’ takes place at Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway, New York, on Monday December 2nd, 7.30pm. Featured in the all-star cast are the beloved Emmy-winning actor Fyvush Finkel, klezmer giant Frank London, the Russian concert phenomenon Psoy Korolenko and the Broadway actors Joanne Borts (‘Once’) and Elmore James, among many others. Accordionist Lauren Brody will be in the orchestra. Theodore Bikel, the Oscar-nominated and Emmy-winning actor, folk singer and political activist, will make a special appearance supported by the Frank London-led Folksbiene Klezmorim Orchestra. Vienna-born Bikel earned a best supporting actor Oscar nomination in 1958 for ‘The Defiant Ones’. He had major roles in ‘The Blue Angel’, ‘My Fair Lady’, and ‘The Russians Are Coming, the Russians Are Coming’. He also created the role of Baron von Trapp in the original production of ‘A Sound of Music’ on Broadway. He has played Tevye in ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ over 2000 times on Broadway and elsewhere, beginning in 1967. A world-renowned folk singer, social activist and spokesman for liberal Jewish causes, he also was a former president of Actors’ Equity. |
Richard Galliano Concerts – Italy, France, Taiwanby Rob Howard |
 French accordion virtuoso Richard Galliano has the following forthcoming concerts:November 29th – solo recital, Brescia, Italy December 2nd – benefit concert, Toulouse, France December 6th – Tangaria Quartet concert, Martigues, France December 15th – Piazzolla, Satie, Taiwanese folk songs concert, Taipei, Taiwan Richard Galliano (born 1950) studied at the Academy of Music in Nice, and after winning the Junior and Senior CMA Trophee Mondiale in 1966 and 67, embarked on a highly successful professional career, with a special interest in playing jazz. Over the years Galliano has worked and recorded with Juliette Greco, Charles Aznavour, Chet Baker, Bireli Lagrene, Wynton Marsalis, Toots Thielmans, and many more. Earlier this year the CD ‘Richard Galliano Plays Vivaldi’ was released, to great critical acclaim. For further information email: gingaproductions@yahoo.fr |
Ken and Mary Gigs, Ohio – USAby Rob Howard |
 Midwest accordion entertainers Ken and Mary, a.k.a. the duo ‘Turbo Accordions Express’, perform American traditional tunes, polkas, jazz, Irish, and international dance band music. Their forthcoming gigs include:December 4th, 6pm-8pm - German Buffet Night, Dinner 99 (previously Charlie Brown's Restaurant), 14499 St. Rt. 119, Anna, Ohio December 13th, 7pm-9pm – Wurst Und Bier, 110 Hutchinson Ave, Columbus, Ohio January 18th - ‘GermanFest’, Taffy’s Café, 123 E. Main Street, Eaton, Ohio Ken's plays a custom-built 5-row Tyrolean diatonic button harmonica, whilst Mary plays a standard piano accordion, which is also a custom-built Tyrolean instrument, made in Italy. For further information email: kenandmarymusic@yahoo.com |
Marko Kassl Diary Dates, Amsterdam, Dortmund – Netherlands, Germanyby Rob Howard |
 Austrian accordionist Marko Kassl performs gigs with the ensemble Black Pencil and Duo Mares, and with an orchestra, for three performances of ‘Fiddler on the Roof’, for the following forthcoming dates in December:December 5th, 2.30pm – Black Pencil concert, Amsterdam Conservatory, Oosterdokskade 151, NL-1011 DL Amsterdam, Netherlands December 6th, 8.30pm - Black Pencil concert, De Doelen, Schouwbergplein 50, NL-3012 Rotterdam December 13th, 8pm - Duo Mares concert, Kunst in de Kamer Wassenaar, Netherlands December 14th, 8pm – Duo Mares concert, Dielenabend, Mauritiusstr. 5, D-59320 Ennigerloh-Enniger, Germany December 28th, 7.30pm – ‘Fiddler on the Roof’, Opernhaus, Theaterkaree 1-3, D-44137 Dortmund December 31st, 3pm – ‘Fiddler on the Roof’, Opernhaus, Theaterkaree 1-3, D-44137 Dortmund December 31st, 8pm – ‘Fiddler on the Roof’, Opernhaus, Theaterkaree 1-3, D-44137 Dortmund For further information email: info@marko-kassl.de |
Northern Box & Fiddle Club Concert, Belfast – UKby Rob Howard |
 The East Antrim Junior Accordion Group and the Missing Time Duo are the guests at the Northern Box & Fiddle Club on Wednesday December 4th, 8pm. There is a change of venue, and this concert is at Kinahan's Restaurant, Hilton Templepatrick Hotel & Country Club, Castle Upton Estate, Templepatrick, Belfast, BT39 0DD.The evening will be a mix of traditional Irish, Scottish, singalong, and Continental music with some Christmas favourites to get everyone in the Christmas spirit. Musicians are invited to bring their instruments and join in the stramash/session. |
Stockport Accordion Club Charity Concerts, Macclesfield, Salford – UKby Rob Howard |
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| Stockport Accordion Club’s annual concert in aid of the East Cheshire Hospice takes place at the Broken Cross Club, Macclesfield, Cheshire SK11 8TU on Friday December 6th, 7.45pm. The Stockport AC Band (MD Derek Stubbs) will be performing, and club President Pearl Fawcett-Adriano and Vice President Walter Perrie will both do cabaret spots. Last year’s concert raised a record £1,400. The organizer is SAC member John Jones MBE. On Saturday December 7th, 11am for one hour, Stockport AC members will be playing Christmas music at The Lowry Shopping Mall, Salford, in aid of The Christie. There will be live music all day in this fund raising effort, and Stockport AC are first on, regaling the shoppers with the sound of accordions. For further information email: robaccord5@hotmail.com |
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New Book, ‘Accordion: A Pictorial History’ Available from MusicForAccordion.comby Rob Howard |
 Available online with secure server credit card purchase in Euro or US$Catalog No: robaccord06 ‘Accordion: A Pictorial History’ |
Franco Cambareri release musicby Franco Cambareri |
 Franco Cambareri - accordionist, composer, producer, release a new composition for accordion available for purchase online. 'Salsa Fusion', catalog:cfranco185 The music is in eSheet format, able to be emailed to your computer. Purchase with credit card. |
Charnwood Publications release musicby Charnwood Publishing |
 Charnwood Publications releases 3 new eSheet pieces for accordion available for purchase online.'Chocolation', catalog:DW924E, 'Coming Home', catalog:DW510E, 'Emancipation ', catalog:M375E, The music is in eSheet format, able to be emailed to your computer. Purchase with credit card. |
Karen Fremar releases musicby Karen Fremar |
 Karen Fremar - accordionist, composer, release 1 new composition for accordion available for purchase online. 'One Hundred and One Green Goblins', catalog:kfremar309 The music is in eSheet format, able to be emailed to your computer. Purchase with credit card |
6th Gary Dahl "Easy Listening Variety" eBook, Now Released - USAby Gary Dahl |
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 Following on the very successful Gary Dahl arranged eSheet music (able to be sent to you by email), Gary Dahl has now released the 6th of his music eBooks.Cat No: DH06-eB Collection #6 Easy Listening Variety 26 Titles: You Belong To My Heart, Walk On By, Tumbling Tumbleweeds, Ebb Tide, Time To Say Goodbye, Baby Face, Rocky Top, Lara's Theme, Impossible Dream, Danny Boy, It's All In The Game, Can't Help Falling In Love, California Dreaming, Adagio, Music Of The Night, Port Orchard Blues (Cajun Blues), Eloise (A Cajun Waltz), It Had Better Be Tonight, Hello My Baby, The Godfather, What A Friend We Have In Jesus, The Baby Elephant Walk, Abide With Me, Rockin' The Blues, Lyin' Eyes, Perdido. 65 pages of music for only US$40.00 or Euro equivalent. Click the link to see music samples and see why Gary Dahl arrangements are very popular. These eBooks make excellent gifts for Christmas. The previous eBooks recently released are: Cat No: DH01-eB Collection #1 Latin Spectacular (click link to see music samples) Cat No: DH02-eB Collection #2 Favorite French Standards (click link to see music samples) Cat No: DH03-eB Collection #3 The American Songbook (click link to see music samples) Cat No: DH04-eB Collection #4 Favorite Waltzes & Polkas (click link to see music samples) Cat No: DH05-eB Collection #5 Easy Listening Jazz (click link to see music samples) There are over 200 Gary Dahl arrangements available online at: http://www.musicforaccordion.com/inform/garydahl/index.htm |
Gary Dahl Updates eBooks Music Cover - USAby Gary Dahl |
 Gary Dahl - Author, composer, arranger, recording artist and music educator announces the following updated eBooks music cover for purchase on-line.'Latin Spectacular!', catalog:DH01-eB, 'Favourite French Standards', catalog:DH02-eB, 'The American Songbook', catalog:DH03-eB, 'Favorite Waltzez Polkas', catalog:DH04-eB, 'Easy Listening Variety', catalog:DH05-eB, 'Easy Listening Variety', catalog:DH06-eB Samples for these eBooks are now available at the Music For Accordion web site. The eBooks music are in eSheet format e-mailed directly to your computer. Easy purchase with credit card. |
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Lips Concerto CD by Friedrich Lips, Bayanby Joan C. Sommers |
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