In April 2021, the Library of Congress Washington DC granted a Copyright to Ken Nicol for his composition titled the “Blumenschein Polka” Mary Drake said, “Ken wrote “Blumenschein Polka” and sent it to the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. The song was copyrighted and he received a Certificate of Registration. Hope you enjoy listening to his wonderful arrangement!!”
Ken and Mary are a turbo powered musicians that perform as a duo, 3-piece, or 4-piece band. Excerptd from their website:They have been performing from Quebec to south Florida and even Central America – with over 40 years of performance experience. They provide a variety of fun, entertaining music which is perfect for dancing as well as for those who enjoy listening. Whether you need sound stage musicians or a band for your dances and other events, Ken and Mary can meet your needs having performed for numerous Oktoberfests/festivals (and perform all the popular Oktoberfest music, including lots of audience participation). Their music offers a wide variety of music styles that makes them a perfect choice for all types of events (including parties, weddings, corporate events, trade shows, concerts, and restaurants, to name a few). They wear authentic German costuming when performing for Oktoberfests and German theme events.
Ken’s music background includes not only playing the button-style accordion but also the tenor banjo, guitar, mandolin, and mandola. He taught in the Creative Arts program at Ohio State University from 1979 through 1984. He was even bestowed the title “Baron of the Banjo” by Frankie Yankovic. Ken had his own rag/jazz band for many years, playing in and around Ohio as well as performing in the German Pavillon at Disney’s Epcot Center and at the Altstadt Fest in Goslar/Harz, Germany. He adds to the “Ken and Mary” duo his expertise on the 5-row diatonic harmonika, also called the button box or button accordion.
Mary’s music career has spanned over 30 years, playing both the organ and the piano accordion. She has performed at numerous festivals, banquets, and for parties. She currently brings to “Ken and Mary” her magical talent on the standard piano accordion.
For further information: kenandmarymusik@yahoo.com
