Highly regarded Nick Ariondo was featured with the Hollywood Studio Symphony Orchestra at a one-time orchestra performance of the award winning Godfather film (Part 1).

Francis Ford Coppola’s masterpiece film was screened as the Hollywood Studio Symphony performed Nino Rota’s timeless score live, conducted by Justin Freer. The concert was held on 24th January at the Nokia Theatre, LA Live, in downtown Los Angeles.

Nick Ariondo is an accordionist-composer who has worked with music icons ranging from Paul McCartney to Plácido Domingo. A double Grammy Award winner with the Los Angeles Opera Orchestra, Ariondo became the first American to be awarded Italy’s coveted Ancona Prizemfor his “Kalamatiano for Viola & Free-bass Accordion” (ACCO-Music Publishing).

He is also the only accordionist-composer to receive 25 consecutive awards from the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers for both his compositions and performances. Equally proficient in a diversity of musical styles, ranging from classical to jazz and world ethnic to modern contemporary, Ariondo has won accolades from noted composers, conductors and musicians alike. Willard “Bill” Palmer, historian, pianist, accordionist, composer and editor for Alfred Music Publishing, nominated Ariondo for inclusion in the celebrated list, the International Who’s Who in Music.

Ariondo’s media credentials are also significant and he has appeared in various publications, including the Los Angeles Times,Keyboard Magazine, Accordion Arts Magazine, Five Hundred Leaders of Influence, Strings Magazine and the Journal of the American Viola Society.

The Keyboard Magazine’s article stated that “Ariondo’s skills as a composer and arranger contribute enormously to the effectiveness of his performances.” A pioneer in his field, Nick Ariondo continues to inspire audiences while exploring new avenues and innovative techniques through his music.

Equally proficient in musical styles ranging from the great classics to modern contemporary, ethnic and jazz, Mr. Ariondo has won accolades from noted composers, conductors, and musicians alike. Ariondo, a member of several composers’ organizations and director of THE NICK ARIONDO CHAMBER ENSEMBLE , has received grants from various funding sources including: 
 
Patroness Mrs. Betty Freeman
The National Endowment for the Arts
The California Arts Council
The White Light Foundation
ASCAP
The Beyond Baroque Foundation

Numbered among Ariondo’s professional appearances, are many performances for radio and television. His versatility also includes technical expertise on piano and electronic keyboards.

Mr. Ariondo received his Master of Arts degree in performance and composition from CSULA. 

A pioneer in his field, Nick Ariondo continues to inspire audiences while exploring new avenues and innovative techniques through his music.

For further information:
accomusic@nickariondo.com