On March 4th, I had the great pleasure of attending a concert presented by The Accordion Kings at the Dix HIlls Performing Arts Center, Dix Hills, New York. The sold out performance was enthusiastically received by the accordion loving audience.

Members of the group included accordion greats Angelo Di Pippo, Frank Toscano, and Manny Corallo. Accompanying them were Chris Burger (Bass), James Chirillo (Guitar), and Clint De Ganon (Drums). Their nimble technique and sensitive interpretations dazzled the audience. Not only was the music easy to listen to and enjoy but it was further enhanced by the witty remarks and banter of Angelo, Frank, and Manny. It was a relaxed and comfortable feeling as if they were entertaining each of us in our own living room.

Before the concert, during intermission, and after the concert, all three of them graciously greeted the audience, having their photos taken with their fans and giving autographs. The day marked the release of their new CD, “The Amazing Accordion Kings, Volume Two”. On the program, they performed many of the selections on the CD including: “La Comparsa”, “Turkish March”, “Godfather Medley”, “Por Una Cabeza”, “Accordiana”, “Felicidade”, “L’Indifference”, “Leibesfreud”, “La Migliavacca”, and “Mountain Dew”. Frank, Manny, and Angelo arranged the selections for the trio. The audience gave them a standing ovation and were rewarded with two encores.

I highly recommend that you attend a future Accordion Kings Concert and add their new CD of international favorites to your accordion CD collection.

For further information about concerts and the CD: mannyskeys@yahoo.com