Editor’s Note, April 1st, 2025
March 31st, 2025
A lot of interesting accordion activities for April 2025
Highlights
Karen Fremar, Gary Dahl, James O’Brien Catalogs added to Historic Accordion Catalog of Galla-Rini Music on New Site
Anthony Galla-Rini solos are now online
Applications Closing Soon: 2025 AAA Elsie M. Bennett Composition Competition
Entries will close on April 12th, 2025. Winners notified after July
Kevin Friedrich Presentation in Shanghai – China
2025 Shanghai Spring 7th International Accordion Festival
ATAM New England Music Festival April 11-13
Westin Waltham-Boston Hotel, venue for its 63rd Annual Festival
Mario Tacca and Mary Mancini Perform in AAA Fundraising Event on May 4
The American Accordionists’ Association (AAA) presents Mario Tacca,
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Will Holshouser Releases New CD Album “The Lone Wild Bird”
Will Holshouser’s new solo accordion album, “The Lone Wild Bird” will be available to order on Adhyâropa Records on April 4, 2025. -
Michael Bridge with Ladom Ensemble – “Gole Pamchal” – Springtime Primrose
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Accordion Pops Orchestra Celebrates 55th Anniversary
The Accordion Pops Orchestra conducted by Al Terzo, 55th Anniversary Concert, May 30, 2025 at 7:PM, NJ -
Sign Up for 2025 ATG Festival Now!
Registration for the ATG 2025 Festival is open, July 16-20, 2025 in Lisle, Illinois, with featured artists from all over the world. -
ATG 2025 Festival Presents Guest Artist Peter Soave
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Countdown 200! Introducing two centuries of accordion family instruments!
‘Countdown 200! Introducing two centuries of accordion family instruments! -
ATG Festival Orchestra Rehearsal, Workshop, Concert
In preparation, ATG hosts rehearsal Saturday, April 26, 2025m Harper College, Palatine, IL. -
What Are You Doing For May 6th World Accordion Day?
What are you doing for World Accordion Day (WAD) to promote the accordion in your country? WAD is on May 6th, which is the day the accordion was patented in 1829.
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Reports
of concerts, festival, workshops meetings etc.
The Klezmatics Turn 40! Let the Celebration Begin!
April 1st, 2025
The Klezmatics at 40: A Mini-Documentary on Four Decades of Music and the Celebration Ahead
Is the Alex Meixner Band Heading Your Way?
Alex Meixner is one of the most dynamic accordionists on the scene
Natalie Tenenbaum and Cory Pesaturo in Concert
pianist Natalie Tenenbaum and Cory Pesaturo, met for the first time,
March 2025 Northern California Performance: Félicien Brut
Last month four international award-winning musicians convened
FISA at the NAMM Show 2025: A Grand Showcase of Innovation and Sound
KORG proudly presented the FISA SUPREMA series, captivating musicians
Do You Remember Your First Accordion Lesson?
Many events in our lives are pivotal and affect us forever. One such
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Stas Venglevski Presents Virtuoso Concert at Carnegie Hall
Excellent Stas Venglevski performance at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall February 20, 2025. -
Latest Expanded Article About AAA Commissioned Works
by Dr Robert Young McMahan about: Wallingford Riegger: Cooper Square Paul Creston: Concerto for Accordion and Orchestra Virgil Thomson: Lamentations -
Rita Davidson Barnea new homepage
Rita Davidson Barnea, Performer, Teacher, Workshops, Accordion USA Editor homepage -
Articles Index
"Articles" contains many interesting articles about accordion and famous accordionists. -
Bach’s Birthday at BART
Accordion Club volunteer leaders, Joseph Ernest Martin and Colette Ogata, Bay Hayward BART Station -
Dr.William Schimmel Performs at Radio City Music Hall
Dr. William Schimmel has played the accordion in various prominent symphony orchestras. He performed “Lord of the Rings - The Return of the King” at Radio City Music Hall in New York with the Orchestra of St. Lukes. -
Vancouver Accordion Events and Squeezebox Circle
The Vancouver Squeezebox Circle accordion drop-in and song-sharing session, March 5, 2025 -
Chronology of Production of Italian Accordions
Chronology of Production of Italian Accordions
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Future Events
WMAS Presents Bandoneon Virtuoso Emmanuel Trifilio
April 1st, 2025
WMAS(Washington Metropolitan Accordion Society) will present bandoneon virtuoso Emmanuel Trifilio as their guest artist on Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 4:PM, at Sleepy Hollow United Methodist Church, 3435 Sleepy Hollow Road, in Falls Church, Virginia.
Innovative Accordion Music Productions Presents Cory Pesaturo and Leah Zeger in Concert
Innovative Accordion Music Productions, a 501c3 non-profit is pleased
Steve Riley Productions Presents Bayou Boogie Festival
Steve Riley Productions Presents Bayou Boogie Festival June 13-15,
ATG Announces Guest Artists for 2025 Festival July 16 – 20 in Illinois
The ATG is proud to announce that the UMKC Community Accordion Ensemble,
Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration June 26 – 29, 2025
Time to make plans for the Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration
Joan Cochran Sommers and Dr. Michael Bridge present workshop “Building Community Through Music
Mark your calendars for April 27, 2025 when Joan Cochran Sommers and
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UMKC Community Accordion Ensemble, Directed by Joan Cochran Sommers, Perform at 2025 ATG Festival
The ATG is proud to announce that the UMKC Community Accordion Ensemble, under the direction of the world famous Joan Cochran Sommers, will be a featured artist at the 2025 ATG Festival! -
Hanzhi Wang Performs at Baruch Performing Arts Center on May 19
Baruch Performing Arts Center ends 2024-25 season on a high note with classical accordionist Hanzhi Wang. On Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:PM, classical accordionist Hanzhi Wang returns to Baruch Performing Arts Center's stage after her wildly popular performance last season. -
2025 Albuquerque Accordion Extravaganza and Band Camp Invitation
Kim and Dan Christian are excited to invite you to the Albuquerque Accordion Extravaganza and Band Camp! This is your chance to perform in Albuquerque, New Mexico!! The event will be held at Hyatt Place Albuquerque Airport Hotel from May 14 - May 17, 2025 -
The Virtual 2025 Accordion Seminars August 1 – 3, 2025.
The 2025 Accordion Seminars with Dr. William Schimmel, Curator presents “A Bellows Pleated World - Full of Ins and Outs” on August 1 - 3, 2025 Virtually. Master Classes are 3 - 4:PM. Concerts are 4 - 5:PM. -
Announcing qathet Accordion Festival May 2-3, 2025
Exciting news: plans are already coming together for the 4th annual qathet Accordion Fest! Tickets are on sale for the Opening Night Concert, as well as the Accordion Cabaret. Both sell out every year, so make sure you get your tickets early! -
2025 Houston Accordion Orchestra Retreat, June 17th to 22nd, 2025 – Wisconsin
The 2025 Houston Accordion Orchestra Summer Retreat in collaboration with the Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society (BDDS).
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