On Friday, July 21, 2023, the Accordionists and Teachers Guild, International’s Festival continues with the presentation of the dynamic energy of Stas Venglevski (picture above right) and Nathaniel Holman as they combine the warmth of the marimba and wide range and sparkle of the bayan to create an unforgettable performance. The visual and auditory elements of these two instruments present listeners with new and exciting ways of hearing both new and classic works.

The duo will be followed by Kevin Friedrich who will be joined by Wheaton College’s own Dr. Tony Payne, Associate Professor of Music, Director of Special Programs and Artist Series at Wheaton College, on organ; Ron Dake (bass accordion) and Nathaniel Holman (percussion) in a performance of a newly commissioned work titled ‘Dargaville Impressions’ by a well-known English accordionist and composer, Ian Watson. 

The program culminates with a performance by The Polyphonia Orchestra (picture below), from the French Island of Reunion, under the direction of Pierre Varo. This is an unforgettable group that combines accordions, singers, and multiple orchestral instruments made up of young musicians from the French Island of Reunion who have shared their eclectic program from classical to pop across four continents.

For more ATG information: www.atgaccordions.com 

Here is a link to the Wheaton College Artist Series where all concerts can be found and tickets purchased. 
ATG is proud to be a part of the Wheaton College Artist Series: https://www.wheaton.edu/life-at-wheaton/arts/artist-series/