On January 19th, 2020 at 2:00 pm, the San Francisco Accordion Club will feature Bonnie Birch performing a versatile repertoire of American, European Continental (French, Italian, etc), and classical music. It is Bonnie’s desire to see the accordion take its deserved position of respect amongst other well-established instruments.

Excerpts from SFAC website: Bonnie began accordion lessons at the age of 7 and studied with Thorild Swanson from Stancatto School of Accordion up to the age of 19. Thor was a classically trained musician with a desire for perfection and with his guidance, Bonnie developed excellent technique, musicianship and the appreciation of practice and patience. She was a consistent winner at the Washington Accordion Teachers competitions culminating in a trip to New York for an International competition and a performance in Carnegie Hall.

Bonnie has retired from a successful career in computer technology and is now a full time musician, performing in many diverse situations, both as a soloist and with a wide variety of local area musicians and singers. Bonnie is continually attending classes and workshops to broaden her skills from Jazz studies with some of the top artists and composers in the country to advanced study with respected accordionist Ken Olendorf. Bonnie is also the president of the Northwest Accordion Society and chairman of the Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration.

Also performing on the January program will be Il Duetto Musica. Il Duetto Musica performs a delightful mix of opera and popular Italian “street” songs featuring the talents of soprano Gloria Mendieta Gazave and accordionist Paul Aebersold. Enjoy a nostalgic tribute to the charm of Italy as you listen to such favorites as Arrivederci Roma and Puccini classics from La Bohème and other great operas. Gloria and Paul take you on a gondola ride through Venice with romantic songs, lively music, and colorful costumes for an evening of musical treasures.

The SFAC holds musical program on the 3rd Sunday of every month at 2:PM. at the Chetcutt Community Room, Civic Center Plaza, 450 Poplar Avenue, Millbrae, CA 94030

The San Francisco Accordion Club is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charitable organization whose purpose is to enhance, promote and stimulate an appreciation for the accordion within the membership and throughout the general public. Donations are tax-deductible.

For further information: info@sfaccordionclub.com