Editor’s Note, February 1st, 2026
February 1st, 2026
Welcome to the February WWW.AccordionUSA.news.
Torna a Surriento - Come Back to Sorrento (arr. Galla Rini) - Performed by Antonino De Luca
Highlights
National Accordion Association March 18-22 in Texas
The National Accordion Association Musical Conference takes place
Guy Klucevsek Memorial Concert: “Comin’ On Home” on February 25
Memorial concert for Guy Klucevsek Date on Wednesday, February 25,
2026 AAA Elsie M. Bennett Composition Competition Information Released – USA
online annual competition open to world
“A Tribute To The King Of Zydeco”, Clifton Chenier, Wins 2026 Grammy
“A Tribute To The King Of Zydeco” wins 2026 Grammy for Best Regional
2026 ATG Competition Registration is Now Open
The deadline for applying for ATG Competitions is June 12, 2026.
AAA 2026 Festival in Pennsylvania Plans Are Underway
The 2026 AAA Festival takes place from August 13- 16, 2026.
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American Accordionists’ Association Fundraising Concert in April
The American Accordionists’ Association (AAA) proudly present their Spring Fundraising Concert on Sunday, April 26, 2026 in Yorktown Heights, New York. -
Ben Rosenblum: New Album Updates, Annual Southeast US Tour
Ben Rosenblum: New Album Updates, Annual Southeast US Tour 2026 -
Radu Rățoi in Concert on February 22
performance in New Jersey, February 22, 2026. -
Vladimir Mollov Presents Online Balkan Accordion Course
The East European Folklife Center presents Vladimir Mollov who will teach 4 classes online Tuesdays, February 3, 10, 17, and 24, 2026 exploring Balkan accordion traditions with a focus on ornamentation, phrasing, and regional style. -
Los Tigres del Norte Appear on ‘The Simpsons’
Los Tigres del Norte appeared on the famous animated series, "The Simpsons" where they performed one of their well-known songs. -
Passing of Polka Legend John Stankovic
Polka legend, John "Stanky" Stankovic, 89, of Nanticoke, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025. -
Cowboy Mardi Gras 2026 in Texas
Celebrate Cowboy Mardi Gras 2026 in Bandera, Texas -
Accordionist David Lee Garza Releases New Video
David Lee Garza Y Los Musicales have released the official music video for “Haces Falta Tú,"
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Reports
of concerts, festival, workshops meetings etc.
Michael Salgado Builds on 30-Year Legacy With Cinematic New Video “Una Página Más”
February 1st, 2026
Michael Salgado Builds on 30-Year Legacy With Cinematic New Video "Una Página Más".
Bill Schimmel and Gene Pritsker Release New Recording on January 3
Accordionist Bill Schimmel and Gene Pritsker on electric guitar release
Maria Telesheva Featured on NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts
Maria Telesheva is featured on "From the Top," NPR's Tiny Desk Concerts
Cory Pesaturo in Concert (Plus Some 20 Million TV viewers) from Saudi Arabia to Boston!
Cory Pesaturo recently performed in Ridyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Anthony Galla-Rini 53 Duet Arrangements
41 exceptional duet arrangements by the legendary Anthony Galla-Rini
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Washington Metropolitan Accordion Society (WMAS) Celebrates 23rd Anniversary
Duffy Lama workshop on Musical Pointillism will be the special event for the 23rd Anniversary Celebration of the Washington Metropolitan Accordion Concert (WMAS) on February 15, 2026 at 2:PM. -
Video: Esther Lanting Performs The Lord’s Prayer, Arranged by Anthony Galla-Rini
arranged by Anthony Galla-Rini -
2026 Accordion Babes Calendar is Here Now
The 2026 Accordion Babes Calendar is available now! -
World’s Largest Accordion Museum
Helmi Strahl Harrington founded the world’s largest accordion museum based in Superior, Wisconsin. -
Day of the Accordion: February 20 – 22
The Northwest Accordion Society presents their annual "Day of the Accordion" February 20 - 22, 2026 at the Market Stage, Puget Sound, WA. -
Central Florida Accordion Club Presents AccordionFest 2026
The Central Florida Accordion Club Presents AccordionFest 2026 on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at the German American Society of Central Florida in Casselberry, Florida. -
Accordionists/Musicians Can Apply to Cirque du Soleil
Accordionists/Musicians can apply to Cirque du Soleil. -
Kevin Friedrich Playing With 5,281 Accordionists
in Tacheng China, Augst 17, 2025
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Future Events
William Schimmel: Concerts, Albums, Videos and More
February 1st, 2026
Dr. William Schimmel maintains a very busy schedule
What Are You Doing For May 6th World Accordion Day?
What are you doing for World Accordion Day (WAD) to promote the accordion
Scythian: String Break Cruise 2026 – Belize, Cozumel and Costa Maya, Mexico
Tickets are selling fast for the Scythian “String Break Cruise”,
Ksenija Sidorova Performs With the Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Ksenija Sidorova will perform “Prophecy” with the Chicago Symphony
Joseph Natoli and GR8 IDEAS Announces 2026 Symposium 5.0
Joseph Natoli announces plans for the next GR8 IDEAS Symposium 5.0
Jim Rommel to Perform for Alabama Accordion Association in April
Accordionist Jim Rommel will be featured artist for the Alabama Accordion
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2026 Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration June 25-28
The 2026 Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration in Leavenworth, Washington is scheduled for June 25 - 28, 2026. -
San Diego Accordion Extravaganza and Band Camp Invitation May 13-16
The San Diego Accordion Extravaganza and Band Camp will be held from May 13 - 16, 2026 at the San Diego Wyndham Days Inn. -
2026 Accordion Festivals In the USA and Europe
Are you looking for accordion festivals to attend in 2026? Here is an extensive list of accordion happenings in 2026. To add more events, please email: Ritabelll@aol.com
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