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2024 Coupe Mondiale Video Center Schedule

Guy Klucevsek on Bold Journey

Washington Metropolitan Accordion Society (WMAS) Celebrates 21st Anniversary with Guest Artist “Papa Joe” De Clemente

“Moments with Leonard Bernstein” by Dr. William Schimmel

Joe Soprani: ”My Thanksgiving Story”

”Arietta” – New Free Bass Accordion Composition by Richard Romiti

“Meditato” by Gorka Hermosa Has Chicago World Premiere, Chengdu Premiere, Ugljevik Premiere – USA / China / Bosnia & Herzegovina

TromboKordion Duo: Elena Fainshtein and Bass Trombonist Lucas Kaspar Perform on April 5

Cory Pesaturo Playing In Weird Al Movie: “Weird: The Al Yankovic Story”

Meet Miles Hoyle, Musician. Composer. Accordionist

Mario Tacca and Mary Mancini’s Upcoming 2022 Performances

Frank Toscano and Dominic Karcic Perform with Long Island Accordion Alliance

Eddie Monteiro and Warren Vache Perform at Shanghai Jazz on June 8

Mary Tokarski, Celebrating 50 Years of Accordion Music

Guy Klucevsek’s 75th Birthday Concert on May 14 in Brooklyn

Register Now! Exciting NAA Convention 2022 – Youth Program

Composer Sam Sadigursky Releases 3 New CD’s Featuring Accordionist Nathan Koci

Spotlight on Peter DiGiovanni — Accordionist, Composer, Arranger, and Technical “Whiz”

Eddie Monteiro and Warren Vache Perform at Shanghai Jazz in Madison, NJ on January 19

Joe Soprani: ”My Thanksgiving Story”

Guy Klucevsek: Accordions4Peace – Artists4Peace

Video: Maria Telesheva Plays Bach to Celebrate World Accordion Day

Bernadette (Conlon) Zabawa: Accomplished Accordionist from Australia to America

Cotati Festival August 17 – 18

The Business of ”Music Birthday Parties for Children”

Video: Italian Tarantella on the Tram – Italy/Switzerland

Video: Jazz Accordionist Lee Terry Meisinger “Rio Beach Party”

Oakland Airport Gig

Video: Face2Face Duo Performs “Isn’t She Lovely” – Poland

Video: “Accordéons-nous.org” 2021 Young Winner – Belgium

Video: Face2Face Duo Performs “Isn’t She Lovely” – Poland

Cory Pesaturo Performs with Jason Mraz

Last of Five Intermediate Level Concert Works Commissioned by the AAA Discussed and Performed at the 2024 Schimmel Accordion Seminars

Stas Venglevski in December 6 Bach Concert and World Premiere of “Poetic Rhapsody”

2020 IDEAS Symposium: A Great Success!

New Fashion: Accordion Mask!

Video: Moses Concas Harmonic, America’s Got Talent – USA

Grayson Masefield World of Accordions Museum Concert – USA

Catching Up With “Creosote”

Jon Hammond from Pandemic Quarantino

Duo Tutto a Dio plus Neringa Radėnaitė on 29 Concert Tour

Editor’s Note, February 1st, 2020

The Accordion Emoji is Here!

Editor’s Note, 01st October,2019

Mary Ann Covone: ATG President Featured in Sigma Alpha Iota Journal

Alicia Svigals Album Release Show at Nublu in NYC

Meet Dr. Joseph Ciccone, New AAA President

Valtaro Musette Event at Magnanini Winery on June 2

Video 2: World Accordion Day at the World of Accordion Museum – USA

Video 3: World Accordion Day at the World of Accordion Museum – USA

Video 4: World Accordion Day at the World of Accordion Museum – USA

Video 5: World Accordion Day at the World of Accordion Museum – USA

Video 6: World Accordion Day at the World of Accordion Museum – USA

Video 4: 2nd World Accordion Day at the World of Accordion Museum – USA

Elena and Gregory Fainshtein in Concert In New Jersey

Accordion Mixology: Drink in the Essence of the Accordion! With Dr. Schimmel

Accordion Mixology: Drink in the Essence of the Accordion! With Dr. Schimmel

Meet Rachel Quirbach: Accordionist, Music Therapist, AAA Executive Board Member

Gabe Hall-Rodrigues, Ray Harris, Micah Bisson, Jamie Maschler Perform with Seattle Symphony Orchestra

Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration 2019

The Day of the Accordion Feb. 22-24

Big Squeeze Accordion Festival Features Elena Fainshtein and Students

Ksenija Sidorova On Tour with Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, Final Concert at Carnegie Hall

Meet Accordionist Jesse Shiroma and Streetlight Cadence (SLC)

World-acclaimed Accordionists to Perform at 78th Annual Accordion Festival July 25–28 at Hyatt Regency Lisle (Chicago)

Guy Klucevsek Releases New Recording “Carousel of Dreams”

Experience the 2018 AAA Master Class and Concert Series: Thinking Inside the Box

Guy Klucevsek Releases New Recording “Carousel of Dreams”

Cory Pesaturo in Summer Events

Paul Betken Releases New CD “Beyond My Comfort Zone”

78th ATG Festival July 25-28 in Lisle, IL (Chicago)

The 2018 Big Squeeze Accordion Contest Finals and Concert on April 21

Thoughts on Alexander Sevastian and the 2018 NAA Convention

Mario Tacca and Mary Mancini in Concert

Dr. Mike Middleton is Awarded Lifetime Achievement Award

Texas Folklife Resources Announces the Big Squeeze Accordion Contest

Julien Labro Performs in USA Tour

“Accordions Rising” Documentary Updates

Remembering Bob Vitale

Tony Lovello as Remembered by Cory Pesaturo

Gene Pritsker Composes for Accordion!

Guy Klucevsek and Cody McSherry – A Heartwarming Story of Coincidences

“Happy Birthday America” by Joseph Natoli

3rd Annual Qathet on May 10 – 11 in Canada

NEW “AWW App” for Android of the Accordions Weekly News in English

Chubby Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Band

Manny Corallo, Dominic Karcic, and Frank Toscano Perform in Long Island

NAMM Musical Instruments Show, Los Angeles – USA

Julien Labro in September/October Concerts

Report: 22nd Year AAA Master Class and Concert Series, July 29-31.

Video: Ginny Mac and Her Brother Glenn McLaughlin at AAA Festival

Sign Petition to Support USA Military Band Funding

Django in June: The Swing Accordion Camp Nobody Knows About

University of Missouri – Kansas City (UMKC) Community Accordion Ensemble – USA

Conjunto Apprenticeship Showcase on June 15 in Texas

Accordionists Performing at AAMS in New Jersey

Max Simoncic’s Accordion Concerto to Be Performed by Peter Soave

Video: Natalie Emmons from EnterTalk Radio Interviewing at NAMM, Los Angeles – USA

Stas Venglevski in Maryland – 8 gigs in 4 days

Video: Tony Lovello, Celebrated 83rd Birthday – USA

More Concert Dates for Michael Bridge

Video: 28th annual Polka Hall of Fame Awards

Peter and Mady Soave Concert, Mions – France

“Halmoni’s Pot (Grandma’s Pot)” Film by A. Lauren Lee Receives Two Audience Awards

Ken and Mary Turbo Accordions Express – El Salvador

Classical Revolution RVA, Yemaya written by Barry Bless

99 Year Young Accordionist Jack Swenningsen

MAAA Celebrates Sam Falcetti

16th Peter Soave Music Academy begins on July 26

Video: Alicia Baker in San Francisco – French Medley

Accordionist/Composer Ben Rosenblum Premieres New Composition

Buckwheat Zydeco “Parti de Paris” – USA

Video: Acclarion Live Performance on Windsor’s 401 Sunset TV Show – Canada

THE STONE Presents Weeklong Residency with Composer/Accordionist Guy Klucevsek

Mary Mancini and Mario Tacca are AAMS 2015 Honorees

Hear Beverly & The Accordion’s Studio One Set

Accordionist Miles Hoyle

Western Swing Jamboree Review

Cory Pesaturo Performs Four Concerts in Bakersfield, California

Video: Cajun Strangers on the 30 Minute Music Hour.

Video: Los Tres Tristes Tigres – Mexico

REMEMBERING Faithe Deffner, Castelfidardo – Italy

Video for Independence Day by Joseph Natoli

Mario Tacca and Mary Mancini Entertain on August 23

Faithe Deffner

Faithe Deffner Obituary

Classical Music That Rocks… Accordion and Clarinet… Acclarion

Peter Soave in Concert on April 27

Aldo Mencaccini: Legend in the World of Accordion Manufacturing

Milwaukee Irish Fest

Elena Stenkina Performs at Washington Metropolitan Accordion Society Benefit Event

Video: Alicia Baker Demonstrating at the Winter NAMM Show 2014 – USA

Video: Strasser Promotional Video About Diatonic Manufacture

Lou Coppola – AAA US Virtuoso Champion in the 1950s is still making great music six decades later

Bruce Gassman Enters Holiday Season

Video: Los Tigres del Norte at the Premios Billboard 2013 – Mexico

Remembering the Wonderful, Unforgettable Faithe Deffner by Joan Grauman Morse

AAA 75th Anniversary Festival, Friday Night Concert

Peter Soave Performs with Chicago Opera Theater (CAT)

Video: Comedy Accordion, Moscow – Russia

Eric Stern and Vagabond Opera

Video Documentary: How Its Made, Diatonic Accordion

Accordionist Jack Swenningsen: An Inspiration to all Musicians

Grisey/Accordion/Moi

Accordion Pops Orchestra Press Release

The Accordion. A Bridge from One Generation to Another – Carmen Carrozza

Cory Pesaturo and National Accordion Month on FOX News

Golden Accordion Couple: Anita and Bob Siarkowski

Spotlight on Multi-talented Young Accordionist, Peter Chudolij

2012 Coupe Mondiale in Spoleto, Italy

Report on the 2012 AAA Festival in Baltimore

Report on the 2012 ATG Competition and Festival

AAA Festival July 11-15th in Baltimore

Rachel Bell Presents New Video Workshop

Elena Stenkina Performing for Washington Metropolitan Accordion Society

AAA Youth Involvement Program Marks its Second Year

Fathers Day Tribute to ‘Our Dad the Accordion Man’ – Canada

Vivant! & Fremar in Concert with Frank Busso, Jr.Trio

AAA July Festival in Baltimore

Sam Reider in Future Concerts

Dr. Robert Young McMahan in Performances

World Accordion Day, 6th May 2012 – International

Chris Rybak, Santiago Jimenez Jr.and Boni Maricio in May Roland Events

Frank Marocco Memorial Concert in May

Sam Falcetti Presents New England Concert & Workshop on June 9

Cory Pesaturo Peforms on TV and in Concerts

Best Wishes For Christmas & Successful 2012 – Worldwide

Peter Soave Thrills All in Performance of New Accordion Concerto

Julia Williams Shares Her Experiences as a Busy Accordionist

Happy Xmas from the Accordion USA News

Happy Xmas from the Accordion USA News and Accordions Worldwide

Dr. Robert Young McMahan and Dr. Paul Cohen Present World Premiere

5 Life Lessons I Learned From Playing the Accordion

Cherish the Ladies March Concert Tour

Dr. Robert Young McMahan and Dr. Paul Cohen to Premiere New Work for Accordion and Saxophone

Opening of Horace Lazzari Website

Amy Jo Sawyer, Performer, Composer of Accordion Music

Karen Fremar and Vivant! to Perform at World of Accordions Museum

Easter – Worldwide

Dr. Robert Young McMahan:Composer, Professor, and Accordionist

Virtuoso Accordionist Horace Lazzari

Dee Langley: The Accordion Keeps Her Very Busy

Interview with Accordionist Dr. Ian Blair Fries, Orthopedic and Hand Surgeon

Western Swing Jamboree Featuring Lori Beth Brooke

New Accordion Band at New Jersey Public School

Another Wonderful Season with Holiday Express

MECCA Brings Holiday Spirit to Texas

Guy Klucevsek receives United States Artist Fellowship Award

Guy Klucevsek Performs in Memorial Tribute to Teiji Ito.

Aldo DeRossi

Lydia Kaminska Plays Bandoneon with the Illinois Symphony Orchestra

Interview of Christopher Gorton, Roland USA Winner

What Are You Doing For May 6th World Accordion Day? – International by Harley Jones

Cory Pesaturo and the Grammys TV

Bruce Gassman Interviews Charlie Giordano – Springsteen’s Accordion Player

“Il Maestro – Aldo Bruschi” ….March13, 1926 to April 26, 2010

Vivant! and World Accordion Champion, Grayson Masefield

Highlights of the AAA July Festival in Hershey, PA

Buckwheat Zydeco wins 2010 Blues Music Award for Instrumentalist of the Year

Kevin Friedrich Presents Concert in New Zealand

April 18 Special Concert: Grayson Masefield Performs and Vivant Releases New CD!

3nd Anniversary of the New England Accordion Connection & Museum on July 1

Sam Reider in Performances

New Zealand Lifetime Achievement Award to Faithe Deffner

Kevin Friedrich Performs “Gem of the Kaipara” by Gary Daverne

Financial Youth Assistance for the 2024 ATG Festival Application Due April 15

Seattle Accordion Social on March 3

”Phantom of the Opera (1929”) Accompanied by Michael Bridge

Travel to Castelfidardo in 2024 to Accordion Factories

Mario Tacca and Mary Mancini Entertain on April 5

Ramón Ayala Announces His Retirement with a New Single and Farewell Tour

Cory Pesaturo Plays National Anthem Live On USA National Channels

Michael Bridge Updates

Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration (LIAC) in Leavenworth, Washington June 20-23

The 2024 Accordion Seminars – Dr. William Schimmel, Curator

Hector Del Curto and Family Perform in New York City

Buckwheat Zydeco Jr. & The Ils Sont Partis Band and Lost Bayou Ramblers Tie For Best Regional Roots Music Album at GRAMMYS

The Delta Boyz Inducted Into Tejano Hall of Fame

Gilbert Reyes Inducted into Conjunto Hall of Fame – Texas

Andre Thierry Presents Creole/Zydeco Shows Celebrating Black History Month

Eddie Monteiro and Warren Vache Perform at Shanghai Jazz in NJ on February 21

“ A Winter Accordion Wonderland Concert”

Sam Reider in Upcoming Performances

Kevin Friedrich & Friends 2023 Christmas Concert, Dargaville – New Zealand

Innovative Accordion Music Productions Presents Winter Accordion Wonderland Performance

Cory Pesaturo Performance in Saudi Arabia Televised to Millions

New Yorker Kevin Friedrich In The News For Hometown Fundraiser Concert – New Zealand

Accordion Students from PS 203 Queens, NY in Christmas Concerts

Betty Jo Simon: Honors and Christmas Performances

Brooklyn Accordion Club Holiday Concert on December 10

Roma Jazz Ensemble on December 29

Emerald City Accordion Camp Concert on November 1

Bandoneonist Hector Del Curto hosts: “Why Does It Sound So Good?”

Stas Venglevski and Murl Allen Sanders in Concert Celebrating 100th Anniversary of Petosa

Professional Development by Marie Andree Joerger Live from France

Tamburitzans Program Features the Accordion

Cory Pesaturo Records Viral Video with Nahre Sol

Silicon Valley Accordion Society Presents Sunday Seven Band

Eddie Monteiro and Warren Vache Perform at Shanghai Jazz on November 1

London Scholle Performs in Tango Duo, Accordion and Violin

Dan Newton “Daddy Squeeze” in Concert

Public School in Queens, NY Needs 12 Bass Accordions

Grayson Masefield World of Accordions Museum Fundraising Concert

Accordion Pops Orchestra Concert in NJ on November 26

Intocable Evolution Tour 2023

Semer Ensemble Performs in Canada and the United States in October

Sam Reider and Jorge Glen: Nominated for 2023 Latin Grammy Award

Stas Venglevski Concert & Workshop at A World of Accordions Museum – USA

Amal Quartet with Guy Klucevsek to Perform on October 7.

“Lou Jacklich Plays!” Free eTrack MP3 Download Album, Limited Offer

Accordionist Dr. Bill Schimmel Performs with Musical Guests

Grupo Frontera Performs on Good Morning America (GMA)

Future Concerts and Profile of Michael Bridge

Stas Venglevski and Murl Allen Sanders in Concert

Will Holshouser and Eric Vloeimans on Fall USA Tour

Dominic Karcic and Frank Toscano Perform for Octoberfest Celebration

“Duo Two Accordions” Sergei and Maria Teleshev

Set The Stage And Jazz It Up at the Pequot Library!

Sunday Afternoon AAA September 10 Accordion Celebration

Rachel Bell Fall Update

Hanzhi Wang Fall Concerts

Lauren Brody’s New Publication: “Outsinging the Nightingale-Lost Treasures of Bulgarian Music”

“Behind The Bellows” – Video Now Viewable in High Definition

Grupo Intocable Achieves No. 4 on Billboard’s Regional Mexican Airplay Chart

Dee Langley to Perform with the Pavia Wind Quintet in Minneapolis

Paul Ramunni Presents “The Joy of Accordions” at Goshen Public Library

C.J. Chenier Performs in Ohio

Gregorio Uribe Performs at Carnegie Hall Citywide in NYC

Stas Venglevski: “Fifteen Minutes of Fame”

Dan Newton :”Daddy Squeeze” in June Performances

Branson Accordion Extravaganza on May 20

World Premiere of “Black Swan” by Dr. William Schimmel

Groupo Frontera Wins Prestigious Awards

Elena Stenkina Performs at Washington Metropolitan Accordion Society Benefit Event

Jamie Maschler and Gabe Hall-Rodrigues Receive Artist Grant

Sam Reider’s Album Release Concert on June 26th in Brooklyn

Will Holshouser Presents Concert at Brooklyn Accordion Club

NAA Evening Concert with Brave Combo & Alex Meixner

Bernadette Conlon Zabawa: Over 500 Videos Online!

Rob Reich Quartet in Concert at Fifth Street Farms and More!

Rachel Bell Performs at Bal Folk Evenings

ATG Final Concert, July 22: Joan Cochran Sommers & the ATG Festival Orchestra

Seattle Accordion Social on March 5

ATG Concert on July 20: UMKC Accordion Ensemble, Nikolay Bine, Das Duo Kollektiv

Cody McSherry and the Tamburitzans – Florida

ATG Concert on July 21 with Stas Venglevski, Kevin Friedrich, and More!

Cory Pesaturo Plays National Anthem Live On USA National Channels

Mario Tacca and Mary Mancini Entertain on April 5

Rachel Bell in Spring Programs

21st Annual Gator by the Bay

Hector Del Curto and Family Perform in New York City

Grayson Masefield in Concert at A World of Accordions Museum on July 30

San Francisco Accordion Club Presents Accordionist Paul Aebersold

Dr. William Schimmel’s 2023 Accordion Performances

Joseph Natoli Receives “Honorary Lifetime Member Award” from Accordion Teachers Association of Massachusetts

“Get Back Unplugged” Performance in Canada

Cory Pesaturo’s Performances

SFAC Presents Matt Tolentino in Zoom Concert

The Teleshev Father and Daughter Duo – Two Accordions in Concert

Gail Campanella in Live Concert

Texas Folklife Announces 34TH Annual Accordion Kings & Queens Concert

Guy Klucevsek Performs His Compositions: “Clarissa” and “Air Apparent”

Buckwheat Zydeco Jr. & The Ils Sont Partis Band and Lost Bayou Ramblers Tie For Best Regional Roots Music Album at GRAMMYS

The Delta Boyz Inducted Into Tejano Hall of Fame

Gift Idea Created by Joan Grauman to Assist A World of Accordions Museum

Andre Thierry Presents Creole/Zydeco Shows Celebrating Black History Month

Eddie Monteiro and Warren Vache Perform at Shanghai Jazz in NJ on February 21

“ A Winter Accordion Wonderland Concert”

Sam Reider in Upcoming Performances

17th Afternoon of Music with Kevin Friedrich and Friends

An Accordion Holiday at the Mattatuck on December 10

Accordionist Beverley Fess in Concert

Branson Accordion Extravaganza and Band Camp!

Accordions Are Coming! November is National Accordion Month at Westmont Accordion School

Cory Pesaturo Performed with the Boston Symphony Orchestra

“Update on Jane Christison, Accordionist, Entertainer, and More!”

Sam Reider: Accordionist, Pianist, Composer, Educator

Accordion Pops Orchestra (APO) Concerts

Gary Schreiner Performs with Peter Calo at Jazz on Main in Mt. Kisco, NY

San Francisco Bay Area Accordionist, Anand Joseph, in “Amélie” Debut

Those Darn Accordions: “Zombie Polka”. A Halloween Classic!

Eddie Monteiro and Warren Vache Perform at Shanghai Jazz on December 28

Brooklyn Accordion Club presents Virtuoso Accordion Concert Series Fall/Winter 2022-2023

Chubby Carrier Entertains on New Year’s Eve

Dr. William Schimmel Presents 4 new videos with Paintings by Michael Schimmel

Not Just Oompah! Presents Shirley Johnson

Cody McSherry Performs with the Tamburitzans

Kim and Dan Christian Lead Branson Accordion Extravaganza/ Band Camp 2023

Rob Curto’s New EP Release on November 15

Brooklyn Accordion Club Presents Virtuoso Accordion Concert Series Fall/Winter 2022-2023.

The Victoria Pops (Canada) is Looking for New Members

2022 Polka Hall of Fame Awards Highlight 58th Thanksgiving Polka Weekend, November 25 – 27

Accordionist Julia Williams Performed in “Legend of Sleepy Hollow”

Dominic Karcic and Continental Sound Orchestra Perform for Italian Charities of America Gala

Branson Accordion Extravaganza and Band Camp 2023 with Kim and Dan Christian

“Home of the Accordion” Trip to Castelfidardo, Italy: May 16-20, 2023

Michael Bridge To Open the 125th Toronto Women’s Musical Club Season

Stas Venglevski: Four Concerts in Four Days with One World Premiere

Cody McSherry, Multi-talented Artist, Performs with the Tamburitzans

Tom Torriglia Releases New CD “Limoncello Time”

Ensemble of Hope to Perform on October 16

“Requiem”: Mozart – a Reality written and performed on Accordion by Dr. William Schimmel

Accordionist Steve Albini Performs in October

“Eloise & Co” Performed in Mass. Lawn Concert

Lemon Bucket Orkestra Performed at Lotus World Music & Arts Festivals

Weird: The Al Yankovic Story – Official Teaser Trailer (2022) Daniel Radcliffe

2022 Not Just Oompah! New Fall Workshop/Concert with Matt Tolentino on September 12, 13

Petosa Celebrates 100 years with a book “Petosa Accordions: An American Accordion Story”

Book Review: The Art of Accordion Playing, Author Prof. Friedrich Lips

Cory Pesaturo Establishes Record with Racing Legend Mario Andretti and more!

Not Just Polkas: The Accordion Can Do It All! The Connecticut Accordion Association Orchestra in Concert!

Sequin Accordion Social on September 11 Featuring Andy Mirkovich

Dr. Denise Koncelik Performs “An Evening of Piazzolla Tangos and Mozart Sonatas for the Piano & Flute/Accordion”

Joshua Camp Performs With Litvakus Trio on September 1

Stas Venglevski to Perform for WMAS on September 25

Seattle Accordion Social on September 4

Video: Michael Bridge Concert at A World of Accordions Museum

Cotati Festival August 20-21 in California

Joseph Natoli Performing John Williams Composition with the Packard Band

Rob Curto Performs at the Philadelphia Phillies Game!

2022 Not Just Oompah! Announces New Fall Workshop/Concert with Matt Tolentino

Hector Del Curto Performs with the 2022 Stowe Tango Music Festival

International Music on the Porch Day!……. With Your Accordion!!

Dan Newton and Honky Tonk Jump Perform at Red Wing Concert in the Park

Twenty-eighth Annual Accordion Master Class and Concert Series, Dr. William Schimmel, Director, Continued Great Success

Duo Two Accordions Entertains at World Athletic Championships

Kim and Dan Christian Present Patriotic Celebration Concert Video

Michael Bridge Performs in Canada and USA

In Spite of His Disabilities, Franklin Nichols Excels on the Accordion

Additional Concert by Michael Bridge at AWAM on July 25

Cotati Festival August 20-21 in California

New England Digital Accordion Orchestra Performs on Sturbridge, MA Concert Series

2022 Carrefour Mondial Accordion Festival in Quebec

“Not Entirely Schubert” at Lincoln Center

Dr. William Morse Conducts the Racine Symphony Orchestra with Guest Artist Stas Vengleski

NorthEast Squeeze-In 2022: September 16-18

UMKC Community Accordion Ensemble Concerts

Dr.William Schimmel to Perform at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts

Accordionists & Teachers Guild, International (ATG) Festival Presents Michael Bridge

Not Just Oompah! Features Alex Meixner and Lori Brook in Live Concert/Workshop

Michael Arnon’s 31st Annual Crawfish Festival is On Again!

Bonnie Birch and Fortissimo Play for LIAC

Pioneer Women of the AAA, Alice “Essie” Bradshaw Armstrong (1917 – 2018) – considered the “Sweetheart of the Accordion” in the early years of the AAA

Heyni Solera: Finalist in the 2022 Che Bandoneon International Competition

Sam Reider Premieres New Concerto for Accordion

Sergei and Maria Teleshev Perform at Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration and Cotati

ATG Online Student Recital on June 5

Megumi Hada: NASA Scientist, Accordionist, and Composer

45th Annual Vancouver Folk Music Festival

Dominic Karcic and Gina Haver at La Villini

Finalists Announced for 2022 Che Bandoneon International Competition in August

Friends of Guy Will Perform the Music of Guy Klucevsek May 14

Petosa Accordions Announces Publication of “An American Accordion Story”

ALSI Sponsors Free Zoom Concert with Joe Natoli

Texas Folklife Announces Finalists for the Annual Big Squeeze Accordion Contest

“Gems of Bulgarian Song (Series 2)” With Accordionist Lauren Brody

Dr. William Schimmel to Perform at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts on June 16

Reunion of Friends Concert with Accordionist Courtney Von Drehle

Joseph Natoli JANPressMusic Annual Student Recital May 15, 2022 at 3:PM EST

Dominic Karcic Performs for the Northport Historical Society

Not Just Oompah! Presents a Live Workshop/Concert Series With Lori Brooke and Alex Meixner

Connecticut Accordion Association in Concert at Mattatuck Museum

Betty Jo Simon To Present Workshop at 2022 ATG Festival

World Premiere of “Tangorium” by Bridge & Wolak on April 3

Mickey Bisilia, Important Teacher, Musician, Accordionist and More!

Joel Guzman to Perform with Austin Symphonic Band

Mike Zampiceni Presents Virtual Concert for Silicon Valley Accordion Society

Oktopus Performs Live on April 10

Joe Cerrito Performs with the Venice Symphony Orchestra

Jamie Maschler Performed in “Indecent” with the Seattle Repertory Theatre

San Diego Police Officer Plays His Accordion With Local Musicians

Dan Newton Live Stream and More!

Connecticut Accordion Association in Concert at Mattatuck Museum

2022 AAA Festival: Postponed until 2023

Daniel Ratcliffe to Star as Weird Al Yankovic

“Accordions Rising” Available Now Free on YouTube

2022 Texas Folklife Apprenticeship in the Folk & Traditional Arts Program Awardees

Ksenija Sidorova Performs Piazzolla with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO)

Michael Bridge and Kornel Wolak Celebrate 10 Years Concertizing Together

Mario Tacca and Mary Mancini in December Concert

Mary Ann Covone: Expert on Podcast Show: “The Big Fib”

Frank Toscano Performs for the Long Island Accordion Alliance

Drs. Norman and Sharon Seaton Present the NAA Weekly Challenge #52 of 52

Klezmatics Perform on March 3 in Middletown, PA

Texas Folklife Announces 16th Annual Bg Squeeze Statewide Youth Accordion Contest

Seattle Accordion Social on December 13

Litvakus Performs at Rockwood Hall, NYC

Jingle Jamz on December 4 in Louisiana

Stas Venglevski Conducts Houston Accordion Retreat January 13-16, 2022

Rob Curto Performs “There’s a Place for Us”

Cycle Zydeco 2021 Postponed to 2022

Dominic Karcic’s Upcoming Events

Joe Hall’s New CD “Proud to Be a Creole” is Available Now

Save the Date for Guy Klucevsek’s 75th Birthday Concert on May 14

Guy Klucevsek Performs His Compositions: “Clarissa” and “Air Apparent”

Trio Voronezh Performs in “Beauty and the Beast” Ballet March 4 – 6

Alabama Accordion Association Presents Elijah Clements in Concert on November 13

Accordionist Louis Simao performs with Kiran Ahluwalia: Tiny Desk (Home) Concert

33rd Illinois Polkafest – February 4, 5 & 6

San Francisco Accordion Club: November 21st: Accordion Circle (Virtual via ZOOM)

NAA Updates and Weekly Challenge #50 of #52: Driveway Concert

Cory Pesaturo on Jimmy Fallon’s New Musical Game Show

Long Island Accordion Alliance (LIAA) Meeting on November 3rd

L’Art En Voyage with Anna Lumière and Finn Manniche on February 12 in Canada

Dee Langley Performs for “La Boheme” in Minnesota

Smorgasbandet Performs for the Long Island Accordion Alliance

10 Year Old Isabella Pizzarelli Busks for College Fund

Lou Jacklich and Colette Ogata Perform for Silicon Valley Accordion Society

Houston Accordion Orchestra Retreat Includes 6 Talented Young Artists

Powell River’s First Annual Accordion Fest May 6-7, 2022

Sergei Teleshev and Maria Telesheva to Perform for San Francisco Accordion Club in March

Gator by the Bay – next in March 2022

IDEAS Symposium 4.0 Re-Scheduled for Jan 21-30, 2022

Kim and Dan Christian Organise the Albuquerque Accordion Extravaganza and Band Camp 2022

Drop Your Shoulders and Breathe!

New Music Video Released by Father/Son Collaborators Jacques and Lucas Pellarin

Frank Toscano Performs for LIAA on January 5

Alicia Joe Straka Performs “It’s The Most Wonderful Time of The Year – I’M ANIMATED!”

Brooklyn Accordion Club Presents Charlie Giordano Workshop

Takács Quartet with Julien Labro, bandoneon on Dec. 3

13 year old Levi Burroughs, RCAC Scholarship Recipient 2021

Hector Del Curto Premieres His New Composition “Trace of Time”

Sam Reider’s Winter Update

Mary Tokarski’s Holiday CD Brings Good Cheer

Rob Reich to perform at The Maybeck Studio in November

World/American Premiere of Orchestration by Zisl Slepovitch

Rachel Bell and Karen Axelrod Perform Live Stream Tunes on Accordion and Piano

Rose City Accordion Club Camp 2021 Enjoys Successful Event

Litvakus at Rockwood Music Hall 2

Northwest Accordion Social on October 11

Long Island Accordion Alliance Presents Oktoberfest at La Villini

Dr. William Schimmel’s 2022 Performances

Children’s Corner: Zachary Friedenburg

Houston Accordion Orchestra Retreat Includes 6 Talented Young Artists

Passing of Donna Dee (Anderson) Ray (March 13, 1947 to November 09, 2021)

Eva Ybarra: 2022 Texas State Musician

Concert Series to begin Down Under Fundraising the Accordion Gems Exhibition

Texas Folklife’s ‘Accordion Kings and Queens’ Returns to Houston’s Miller Outdoor Theatre

Klezmatics… Back on the Road

“Flogging Molly” Included in 2022 Salty Dog Cruise

Review: Stas Venglevski Performs Galla-Rini “Concerto No. 2”

Cory Pesaturo’s Performances

Cotati Accordion Festival Press Release September 25 & 26

Mary Mancini & Mario Tacca With The Hudson Valley Accordion Ensemble

Ksenija Sidorova to Perform with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO)

Live Northeast Squeeze-In September 10-12 in Pennsylvania

Dr Schimmel’s Upcoming Performances

Mario Tacca Entertains at Magnanini Winery

Jaimie Maschler and Gabe Hall-Rodrigues in “En Canto” Forró Music Concert

Ludovic Beier to Perform at Django Reinhardt Festival at Birdland NYC

Dr. Henry Doktorski III: Accordionist, Educator and More!

Accordionists Perform at DAS Fest in Wisconsin

Bridge & Wolak October 2021 Concerts

Performance by Francesca and Julianna Busso

Updated Site: Kevin Friedrich “The Journey” CD Released

Alex Meixner on Accordion at Peppermint Productions

Online: Encore Broadcast of 2021 Lifetime Achievement Award for Linda Soley-Reed

Oktoberfest, October 10, A World of Accordions Museum, Superior, WI

Jack Garton Performs at Victoria Event Centre – Canada

”Squeeze This!: A Cultural History of the Accordion in America”: Conversation with Dr. Marion Jacobson

Vancouver Squeezebox Circle Meets on July 2

Music with Mary Accordion Academy November 13-14

Jefferson Symphony Orchestra Season Premiere Features Stas Venglevski

Joe Soprani’s Arrangement of “Adagio for Strings”

Virtual Accordion Camp V on June 5

Alex Meixner Band “On the Road Again”

Chris Rybak Plays Accordion at Elementary School in Texas

Sergei Teleshev and Maria Telesheva: Father and Daughter Duo

Online: Hamidreza Nematollahi Guest at Brooklyn Accordion Club

Pearl Django Entertain at Jansen Art Centre

A Virtual House Concert Presented by NAAC

New Date for 2021 Not Just Oompah! Accordion Concert & Workshop Featuring Joseph Natoli

Dominic Karcic Entertains in New York

Alexander French Wins Texas Folklife “Big Squeeze Contest” Polka Category

Children’s Corner: Gia Ciccone plays “Hungarian Dance No. 5”

Slavic Soul Party is Back!!

Pennsylvania Accordionist Garrett Tatano is Voted Polka Star of Tomorrow

“Poor Man’s Gambit” Entertains at Longwood Gardens

2021 Not Just Oompah! Accordion Concert & Workshop Featuring Joseph Natoli

Julian Labro in Summer Concerts

Rochelle Morse Thompson Plays Accordion After 54 Year Pause

2021 Virtual AAA Master Class & Concert Series Online Now with Dr. William Schimmel

“Scythian” Live Outdoor Concert in Virginia

Find Your Post-Pandemic Musical Opportunities! National Accordion Association, Inc.

Rob Reich and Daniel Fabricant Perform Live at Yoshi’s in Oakland

Paul Betken Demonstrates the Use of the Accordion in Pop Music

Summer Update on Sam Reider

Bachtopus Releases “Six of One (Half Dozen of the Other)” by Bob Goldberg

Eddie Monteiro and Warren Vache Perform at Shanghai Jazz Club on July 8

Stas Venglevski and Michael Bridge in Online Concert July 18

Ken and Mary Turbo Accordions Express

Joseph Natoli in Concert at SFAC

William Schimmel 2021 AAA Master Class & Concert Series in New York – USA

Meet Accordionist/Singer Silvia Navarro

2021 Virtual AAA Master Class & Concert Series in New York with Dr. William Schimmel

Bridge & Wolak play “Gankino Concerto” in USA & Canada

Dan Newton, “Daddy Squeeze” Summer Accordion Events

Sam Falcetti Introduces his 7 Pop Music Ideas Books to the Accordion World

Meet Accordionist “Papa Joe” DeClemente

Video:” Gratitude”: For my dear friend Linda Soley Reed by Joseph Natoli

Zoom Vancouver Squeezebox Circle on April 1

Remembering and Honoring Eugene Ettore on His 100th Birthday

Michael Bridge Performs Final Doctoral Lecture-Recital

Updates for Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration June 17-20

Rachel Bell Releases Tune Book, “This Part of the World”

Victor Prieto Performs Live in “A Musical Voyage” in New York City

Children’s Corner: Young Accordionist Daniel Mecher is Involved in Many Musical endeavors

Texas Folklife Announces Champions of 15th Annual Big Squeeze Youth Accordion Contest

Stas Venglevski and Flutist Stephanie Jutt in Online Concert

Not Just Oom-Pah! 2021 Accordion Concert and Workshop

Steve Riley’s International Accordion Kings Concerts

Texas Folklife Presents 15th Annual Big Squeeze Youth Accordion Contest Finals

Stas Venglevski and Cory Pesaturo Perform in Ukraine

Celebrate WAD: Joseph Natoli’s New Composition “Continuum” & “Permutations on a Theme by Paganini”

Brenda Martinez: Guest Musician on Mollie B Variety Show on May 4

Hudson Valley Accordion Ensemble Performs on February 23

Celebrate World Accordion Day with Film, “Accordions Rising”

Alex Meixner Band “On the Road Again” at National Polka Festival

Jamie Maschler and Gabe Hall-Rodrigues

Friendship of Tony Dannon and Vince Borsini

Group Intocable Releases New Hit

Brooklyn Accordion Club Presents Judy Minot

Washington, DC Captivated by Scythian!

National Accordion Association News Release

Paolo Belanich to Perform for LIAA

Mary & Frank Tokarski Musical Arts Fund – USA

Children’s Corner Section to Begin in February

Bachtopus Performs: “Scintillation In Isolation” by Will Holshouser

Corey Ledet’s Newest CD Available January 15

Free: Rob Howard’s Generously Offers Out of Print Books Free as pdf

Virtual Accordion Camp IV on January 16 Features Creosote in Concert

Dan Newton in March 1 Online Concert

Rebel Reed presents: Exploring the Bellows

Victor Prieto Trio at Terrazza in NYC

Brooklyn Accordion Club Celebrates 8 Years

Rachel Bell Presents Online Concert

Nick Ariondo Performs on Soundtrack of New Movie, “The Call of the Wild”

Grand Finale of 2020 Cotati Accordion Festival

Creation of the Ivan Dyma Concert Agency, Moscow – Russia

Sam Reider: New Recordings and Upcoming Shows in February

Two New Recordings by Accordion Melancolique – Netherlands

Postponed: Craven Accordion Orchestra North Central Area Accordion Championships – UK

Hanzhi Wang Performs with Omer Quartet at Morgan Library & Museum

Oktoberfest 2021 Concert at A World of Accordions Museum – USA

Guardia Nueva 20th Jubilee Christmas Concert, Kokkola – Finland

Stas Venglevski’s Musical Adventures

Daily Reports, 2021 Coupe Mondiale, Ends Sunday, Munich – Germany

Dr. Mike Middleton Performs for Alabama Accordion Association

Rachael Xu Heard by Millions On Recording Track of Pop Star Zhang Jie – China

Holocaust Survivor Alex Rosner: His Accordion Saved His Life

Frank Toscano Performs in New Movie “The Many Saints of Newark”

Ksenija Sidorova Performs at George Enescu International Festival – Romania

The Essentials Collection Enjoying Huge Success!

HHC Nufringen Performs Concert Dedicated to Günther Stoll – Germany

Conjunto Star Flaco Jiménez To Open New Food Trailer Business

The Versatility of Nick Ariondo

IX All-Russian Pop Music Competition “Merry Accordion”, Nizhny Novgorod – Russia

Stas Venglevski Performs Bach Concert and World Premiere of his “Poetic Rhapsody”

Friedrich Lips 2021 Future Events – Russia

Newly Available Sheet Music “Poetic Rhapsody” by Stas Venglevski

New Dates for IDEAS Symposium 4.0 – USA

Jamie Maschler Teaches at Virtual Accordion Camp IV

Ksenija Sidorova steals the show @ BBC Last Night of the Proms, London – UK

Trio Voronezh Wins 3rd Prize in 2020 PIF Performance

Guardia Nueva 20th Jubilee Celebrations, Kokkola – Finland

A Glorious Christmas Concert with Mary Mancini and Mario Tacca

Remembering Frank Marocco

Sofia Ros Gonzalez Performs at Prize Winners Concert, Vienna – Austria

Anton and Joseph Klettner in Concert

Sini Ström Performs Two World Premieres – Finland

WMAS Virtual Holiday Concert – December 13, 2020

“Flogging Molly” 2022 Salty Dog Cruise – USA

Stockport Accordion Club Broken Cross Concert, England – UK

Alex Meixner Band Entertainment

Friedrich Lips Performs in Dubai – United Arab Emirates

Denny Malmberg Brings Holiday Cheer to Shoppers

Video: Alexander Poeluev Performing Galliano Concerto – Siberia

Video: Fofa Nobre Performance at Expointer 2021 – Brazil

“Bachtopus” Releases Eighth Commission from 2020 Composers Commissioning Fund – USA

“Music on the Green” Concert – England

Fernando Fraga Traba Performs at Oscar Ibáñez Concert – Spain

Video: Accordionist takes Part in Humorous Play – Egypt

XXVIII “Arrasate Hiria” International Accordion Competition – Spain

V International Competition “AccoPremium” 2021 – Belarus

Martynas Levickis Concert with the Gewandhausorchester – Germany

Astoria Marathon: Four Concerts in Mons – Belgium

Mika Väyrynen World Premiere Recordings and Concerts – Finland

Accordion Show Cremona 2021 – Italy

Now in Russian, German and Spanish, Friedrich Lips 2021 Interview by Herbert Scheibenreif, Moscow – Russia

Postponed: Canterbury Accordion Association Jam Session – New Zealand

Mickaël Clément Big Weekend of Music – France

Duluth Oktoberfestival – USA

Patricia Crolbois Performs at 40th Verdun National Fair – France

Friday Night with Black Pencil Ensemble Concert – Netherlands

Castelfidardo Accordion Museum Reopens – Italy

Accordionists Feature in “Global Music Match” – Worldwide

Video: Aydar Gaynullin Performs at “Ingolstadt 2020 Live” – Germany

XI International Competition of Performers on Folk Instruments “Belogorya Cup”, Belgorod – Russia

We Salute Yevgeny Pavlovich Rodygin Famous Composer and Hero – Russia

Martynas Levickis Concert with the Gewandhausorchester – Germany

Astoria Marathon: Four Concerts in Mons – Belgium

Mika Väyrynen World Premiere Recordings and Concerts – Finland

Antique Accordion Restoration Course at A World of Accordions Museum – USA

Now in Russian, German and Spanish, Friedrich Lips 2021 Interview by Herbert Scheibenreif, Moscow – Russia

Accordion Show Cremona 2021 – Italy

Online: Mika Väyrynen World Premiere Concert Video Link – Finland

Ksenija Sidorova Performs at “Last Night of the Proms” – England

Postponed: Canterbury Accordion Association Jam Session – New Zealand

Accordionists Celebrate Farroupilha Month – Brazil

International Accordion Week, Calabria – Italy

“Accordéons-nous.org 2021” International Festival – Belgium

XIV International Accordion Composition Competition Francisco Escudero – Spain

Royal Academy of Music Welcomes Live Concerts From November, England – UK

2021 Accordion Babes Calendar Available for Pre-Order Now

Editor’s Note, 1st November, 2020

2020 IDEAS Symposium Souvenir Book & Concert Tickets

”Music with Mary Accordion Academy” Virtual Event

Cody McSherry in Concert!

”A Leaf Falls” – A Spooky Music Video by Rob Reich

New Arrangement of Eugene Ettore’s “Manhattan Concerto” Planned for 2021

Introducing: the Essentials Collection for Digital Accordions

Not Just Oompah! Zydeco & Blues Workshop hits Successful Notes

Alex Meixner Online December 3 at 8:PM ET

Kevin Friedrich “Sounds of the Season” Concert, Dargaville, New Zealand

Accordionist Lou Le Brun Celebrates Her 90th Birthday on Zoom!

Carlos Vives Latin Grammy Winner with Cumbiana – Columbia

Video: Mario Tacca Performs “Gentilezza” With Fred Schwinger – USA

Gia Ciccone Performs on Mary Tokarski Zoom concert

Dan Newton in Western Swing Night at Crooners Supper Club, Minneapolis

Bachtopus Releases First Commission

Brooklyn Accordion Club Presents Jeremiah McLane

Editor’s Note, 1st October, 2020

Eddie Monteiro On Faculty of IDEAS Symposium

Stas Venglevski Bach Concert and World Premiere of “Poetic Rhapsody”

IDEAS Symposium 4.0 Re-Scheduled for Jan 21-30, 2022

Texas Folklife Seeks Participants for its 2021 Apprenticeship Program

“Accordions Rising” For the Holidays!

2021 AAA Elsie M. Bennett Composition Competition for Aspiring Composers

Lina Orfanos ~ Love Matters

Lidia Kaminska Performs with Heartland Festival Orchestra

Double Keyboard Accordion

International Digital Electronic Accordion Society (IDEAS) Virtual Symposium 3.0

“Accordions Rising” For the Holidays!

ATG Announces ATG Online Master Class Series

Two Fabulous Concertinas

Bachtopus 2020 Composers Commissioning Fund Invites Submissions

October Accordionists & Teachers Guild, International (ATG) News

NAA: Week #32: Evaluate Your Playing, continued . . . .

Alicia Jo Straka to Perform for San Francisco Accordion Club on September 20

Circus of the Mind: Virtual Multimedia Concert by Canadian Accordion & Clarinet Duo, Acclarion

Book Completed: Play Your Accordion Without Pain

Interview: CIA President Mirco Patarini About the 2020 Coupe Mondiale – Portugal

William Schimmel 2020 AAA Annual Master Class and Concert Series Online Presentation

New Compositions by Joseph Natoli

Alex Meixner Performs at Virtual Musikfest 2020

Ladom Ensemble – Toronta Summer Music Online Concerts

Dan Newton in Live Stream and Outdoor Concerts

Connecticut Accordion Association Presents Creosote

Cory Pesaturo Presents Online Programs

“Third Grade Can Be Fun” by Carol Perkins

Dr. Sanjay Gupta Plays the Accordion on Sesame Street

Oktoberfest Cancellations

Michael Bridge: Concerts in Care, Ontario

Highlights 2020 Annual Master Class and Concert Series Online Presentation July 31-Aug. 2

This Old Accordion – A Tribute to Ilmar Kuljus on His 90th Birthday

Frank Busso Jr. Performs With US Air Force Strolling Strings on Social Media

Kevin Friedrich Organizes Free Concert: Mid Winter Melodies in New Zealand

Video: Frank Busso Jr., Luke Wedge and Victor Holmes Trio – USA

Terry Cavanagh Online Accordion Festival

Final World Accordion Day Broadcast 6th June

Stas Venglevski’s New Tango Book Available Now

Judging a Virtual Competition, the 58th Annual New England Music Festival

ATG Announces Results of 2020 Election for Board of Directors.

Star Spangled Banner with Accordion and Balloons!

Poeluev Live Online Concert

Technician’s Fun: “The Coughing Flea”

Frank Busso’s Accordion at Alex’s Birthday Party!

Accordionist Dan Newton Performs on Bastille Day with Cafe Accordion Orchestra

Vancouver Squeezebox Circle Meets July 2nd

New Song ”Quarantine” featuring Those Darn Accordions, Family and Friends

IDEAS and The Whole Note

Remembering and Honoring Eugene Ettore

New Series “The Whole Note” Premiers Online on June 13

Virtual Accordion Camp on June 27

New Song “Night is Just the Shadow of the Sun” includes Accordionist Gary Schreiner

“Clarinet for the Soul” with “The Circus of the Mind” for Accordion, Clarinet, String Quartet

2020 Las Vegas Accordion Convention is Cancelled

Not Just Oom-Pah Will Be Online

New Art Deadline for 2021 Accordion Babes Pin-Up Calendar is July 10

Accordionist Rachel Bell’s Newest Composition

Mario Tacca at Special Assumption Church Concert, New York

Rob Reich in Lifestream Performances

Passing of John Castiglione, 1938 – 2020 – Michigan

Quaranstream Fridays by Scythian

Vancouver Squeezebox Circle Meets Outside on June 4

Review: Gary Daverne Video “This is My Life” – New Zealand

Leavenworth Accordion Celebration Postponed Until June 17-20, 2021

Music Happy Hour with Accordionist Erica Mancini

Review: Michael Bridge Xenia Online Concert

Accordion Class Presses On Virtually

Joseph Natoli Performs His Newest Composition “Alone”

Celebrate World Accordion Day with “Accordions Rising” Available Now

Accordionist Ivan Filipchyk Paints to Music

Alex Meixner Live from His Living Room

Ocean Beach Park Polka Days 2020 is Cancelled

Accordionist Tom Pixton Records Sound Track of Fun Short Film

Elena and Gregory Fainshtein Present Concerts from Their Dallas Home

Joseph (Chubby) Carrier in Live Online Concerts

Young Accordion Finalists in Texas Folklife Big Squeeze on May 1

Music Acadiana in Quarantine

Brooklyn Accordion Club, Live on Zoom!

Michael Bridge to Perform in Solo Live Stream Concert on April 6

Accordion Noir Virtual Concert

Accordionist Cory Pesaturo & Violinist Leah Zeger Create an Album in 3 Hours

ONLINE ONLY – The Big Squeeze –

Just Released! “Vignettes, Short Pieces for Accordion” Delightful original compositions by Guy Klucevsek

Accordionist George Secor Passes Away

Augustinas Rakauskas, Lithuanian Independence Celebration

Dr. William Schimmel Releases New Video

Frank Mucedola Accordion School Receives 2020 Best of Auburn Award

2020 AAMS Honoree – Professor Joan Cochran Sommers

NAA Accordion Convention on March 18 in Texas

Registration for AAA 2020 Festival, Virginia

Eddie Monteiro Performs Brazilian Music at Shanghai Jazz, Madison, NJ

Don Gerundo and Spencer Bruno Perform for the LIAA on March 4

Kevin Friedrich to Host “An American Journey” at Dargaville Museum in New Zealand

Dr Schimmel’s Recent Performances

Joseph Natoli Performs Shopping Center Suite composed by Gary Daverne

Brooklyn Accordion Club Features Will Holshouser Plus More

Brooklyn Accordion Club Features Will Holshouser Plus More

Hudson Valley Accordion Ensemble in March and April Performances

Sam Reider: New Recordings and Upcoming Shows in February

Ray Abshire, Cajun musician and Louisiana Folk Artist Hall of Famer, dies at age 68

Steve Riley’s International Accordion Kings Concerts

Accordion Major, University of Alabama School of Music

Ksenija Sidorova Introduces the Classical Accordion – Classical FM Video Series

Stas Venglevski and Cory Pesaturo Perform in Ukraine

Nick Ariondo Performs on Soundtrack of New Movie, “The Call of the Wild”

Cory Pesaturo: New CD and Performances

Welcome to Chicagoland Accordion Academy

Hanzhi Wang Performs with Omer Quartet at Morgan Library & Museum

Hudson Valley Accordion Ensemble Performs on February 23

Stas Venglevski’s Musical Adventures

Jamie Maschler and Gabe Hall-Rodrigues

Washington, DC Captivated by Scythian!

Dr. Mike Middleton Performs for Alabama Accordion Association

New England Digital Accordion Orchestra Performs at First Night in Cape Cod

Paolo Belanich to Perform for LIAA

New Album Release: “MARY plays GARY”

New Kids Cartoon Program Features the Accordion

Broadway Musical, “Hadestown” Features Two Accordions Onstage

Julien Labro’s Musical Projects

Michael Bridge to Perform in Ladom Ensemble on January 12 in Toronto

Guy Klucevsek Shares His Music

Accordion Pops Orchestra Celebrates 50 Years in 2020

Tribute to Bob Siarkowski: “Accordion, The Tie That Binds”

Bonnie Birch is Featured Artist at the San Francisco Accordion Club

National Museum of African American Music Opens in 2020

Teachers – Win a Trip to New Zealand, 5 Weeks to Entry Closing

Latin Grammy for Quinteto Astor Piazzolla

Stas Venglevski and Cory Pesaturo to Perform in the Ukraine

A Musical Story….

Joseph Natoli’s 2019 Christmas Offerings

Joseph Natoli’s 2019 Christmas Offerings

Long Island Accordion Alliance Featured Charlie Sauss

Michael Bridge and Kornel Wolak Concert Review

A Candlelight Christmas Concert with Mario Tacca, Mary Mancini and Friends

Lina Orfanos and the Poetica Ensemble Present ‘Dream Odyssey” in NYC on December 7

The Squeezebox Squad of P.S. 203, Queens, New York

New Accordion Organization: Port Charlotte, Florida Accordion Club

Connecticut Accordion Association Presents “Seasonal Melodies” Dec. 7

Ghostbusters Theme Cover by Anders Flanderz One Man Band

IDEAS Symposium Nov 6-9 in Ohio

Updates on “Accordions Rising” by Roberta Cantow….Great Holiday Gift Idea

Murl Allen Sanders in December Concerts

Duo Paris-Moscow BC 2019 Tour – Canada

Special Screening of Award Winning Documentary: “Zydeco Breakfast”, a Film by Tom Uhl

Acme Accordion School celebrates Accordion Day on November 3

Sam Falcetti to Receive First IDEAS Faculty Scholar Honor

USA and Canada Teachers – Win a trip to New Zealand, Two months to entry closing – New Zealand

Charlie Sauss to Perform for LIAA

Joe Soprani performs with Philly Pops in Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas”

Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts 10th Anniversary with Michael Bridge Dec. 2

Hudson Valley Accordion Ensemble in New York Fall Performances

Accordion Pops Orchestra in Holiday Concert on November 17

Michael Bridge and Kornel Wolak on USA Touring Debut

The Alex Meixner Band on Tour

Carrefour Mondial de L’Accordeon Festival, Montmagny

Ginny Mac Performs in Leonard Cohen Celebration Show

NAMM Museum of Making Music Closes Successful Accordion Exhibition

Mike Middleton Performs with Chisholm Trail Chorus in Texas

Nathan Chapeton, USA Representative at 2019 Coupe Mondiale, Shenzhen, China

Cory Pesaturo’s Summer Activities

Free Trip to New Zealand for Teacher of Winner and Student – New Zealand

NESI 2019 20-22 September

Classical Accordion and Strings Oct. 27 in Louisville, Kentucky

2019 IDEAS Symposium Schedule is Now Available

Jamie Maschler to Play Accordion in “Indecent” at the Seattle Repertory Theatre

Digital Accordions to Shake Up Massachusetts Fairs (Performing for Thousands)

Mt. Angel Oktoberfest

Accordion Pops Orchestra Concert on September 22

Last Entry 1st August for Bandoneon Competition in Vermont

Dan Fedoryka, Accordionist for Scythian at Appaloosa Festival

Bill Schimmel Performs with The Yorkvillians on September 7th in NYC

AAA Master Class & Concert Series 2019 Accordion Seminars “That Means What!?”

Mario Tacca and Mary Mancini in Fall Concerts

BREAKING NEWS: Passing of Lynn Singleton Ewing

Video: Cory Pesaturo (USA) at the South Pacific Accordion Championships – New Zealand

Sam Reider and The Human Hands USA Tour

Concert of Hope on August 3rd

Meet Ricardo Cabrera 11 year old Accordionist

Cory Pesaturo: May to July

Natoli Arranged “Over the Rainbow” Featured – New Zesaland

Accomplished Accordionist Joseph Macerollo’s Generous Gift to the Faculty of Music

Gia Ciccone Demonstrates the Beauty of the Accordion

Joseph Natoli “Chameleon CD Vol 2” Release

Lawrence Streifel to Teach at the United Conservatory of Music in Canada

Michael Bridge in USA July Performances

Accordion Get-Together July 8-11 in BC

Meet Ginny Mac

Frank Petrilli in Swing Ambiance on July 3 in California

Hudson Valley New Music Concert Series includes New Works for Accordion

“Michigan Accordion Society…..Hosts another successful Student Night”

2019 Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration June 20-23

Elementary School Accordion Band Performs in Queens Spring Concert

Texas’ Top Young Accordion Talent Shine in Statewide Showcase

Video: Promotional Video for New Album ‘Koriana’ by Gary Daverne performed by Grayson Masefield

2019 AAA Gala Concert Takes Place July 19 in King of Prussia, PA

2019 79th ATG Festival in Denver July 24-27

Texas Folklife Celebrates 30th Annual Accordion Kings & Queens Concert on June 1

U.S. Air Force Promotion to Senior Master Sgt. Frank Busso Jr.

New Book: Accordion Revolution: A People’s History of the Accordion in North America

Michigan Accordion Society introduces the “Accordion” to Utica Community High School Students

Eugene Ettore: June 2, 1921-1985

Joyce Davis, Long Time UMKC Accordionist Passes Away

Accordion Pops Orchestra Concert Honors Gene DeBellis

Cory Pesaturo in Amazing Concerts in May

Remembering Bob Siarkowski

Music Monday in Canada

CAA Orchestra & The Plainville Choral Society Dedicate Concert to Bob Siarkowski

Video: Jane Christison on World Accordion Day

Los Texmaniacs Perform for the Central Texas Accordion Association

Summer 2019 Performances by Dr. William Schimmel

Brooklyn Accordion Club Presents Two Accordionists on June 24

Accordion Free-For-All on June 25 in Austin, Texas

Cody McSherry Performs for the Washington Metropolitan Accordion Society

Dick Contino Tribute Show at Chicago Accordion Club

Nathan Chapeton and Mary Tokarski Perform for LIAA

2019 National Polka Festival, Ennis, Texas

Las Vegas International Accordion Convention 20th Anniversary Celebration

Accordion Pops Orchestra Dedicates Concert to the Memory of Eugene DeBellis

Grayson Masefield to Perform for Alabama Accordion Association May 18

Cory Pesaturo Performs for the San Francisco Accordion Club

Texas Folklife Hosts Statewide Big Squeeze Youth Accordion Concert

Accordions: Expanding Voices in the USA

Alicia Svigals and Lauren Brody in Klezmer Concert on May 4

Beyond The Horizon: Constantinople & Duo Belem Perform in Vancouver

Steve Albini Performs at Francis Ford Coppola’s 80th Birthday

Dr. Schimmel’s Accordion Mixology…A Big Success

2nd Annual San Diego Accordion Camp:An All-Encompassing Learning Experience

Bachtopus in Spring 2019 Performances

“Accordions Around the World” July 24-August 14 in Bryant Park, NYC

Falcetti Music Presents 25th Accordion Workshop on May 19

Seattle Accordion Club Concert & Social Night

Brooklyn Accordion Club Spring Meeting

Not Just OOM-PAH! Accordion Workshop/Concert April 5-7

Joe Soprani in Italian Musical in Philadelphia

Passing of Eugene DeBellis

57th Annual New England Music Festival April 5-7

Grayson Masefield to Appear in Two Free Alabama Concerts

Los Angeles Accordionaires Pops Orchestra in Concert on April 28

Don Gerundo Performs for LIAA on April 3

Vince Demor’s Degree Recital on February 28

AAMS Festival March 15-16 in New Jersey

Hudson Valley Accordion Ensemble Performance Schedule

“Leahys Luck” at Milwaukee Accordion Club

Accordion Program at Frank Carey High School

Cody McSherry St Patricks Day Performance with Rizzetta’s Tones

Museum of Making Music Features Creosote and Frank Petrilli on March 22

Murl Sanders Performs for the San Francisco Accordion Club

Pablo De Vincenzo of Florida

“Come Sing Along with Janie Next Door” Learning Guide Now Available

Accordionist Jacque and Vocalist Corinne Pellarin in Spring USA Tour

NAA Presents 2019 Public Concerts

79th Annual ATG Accordion Festival in Denver July 24-27, 2019

BLUES, HUES AND VIEWS – a New CD by William Schimmel and Elliott Sharp

Lionel Reekie Conducts and Performs at the 2019 NAA Convention

AAMS Festival March 15-16 in NJ Honors Dee Langley

Cory Pesaturo on National CBS This Morning TV

IDEAS: Joe Natoli and Michael Soloway to Present at NAA March 6-9

Manny Corallo and Frank Toscano Ring in LIAA New Year

‘Folk n’ Irish Cruise’ New York/Bahamas – USA

Gail Campanella to Present Workshop at NAA

The Alex Meixner Band is On Their Way To Texas March 2-6

“Accordion Stories From The Heart” Author To Offer Book Signing & Mini-Concert

Accordionist Dominick Surace

How Focused Attention Without Devices Can Extend Your Practice Time

U.S. Army Accordionist SGM Manny Bobenrieth Retires – Washington DC

Dan Newton in Spring Events

What Are You Doing For May 6th World Accordion Day?

Dan Newton in Spring Events

2019 NAA March 6-9, 2019

Gypsy Jazz with Dallas Vietty and Lisa Liu at Maryland’s Sandy Spring Museum

Sergei Teleshev Releases New Music and Videos

Mario Tacca and Mary Mancini Perform for LIAA

Michael Bridge & Ladom Ensemble Release New Album

Jeff Lisenby and Nashville Accordion Ensemble Perform on Nashville Radio

“Accordion Stories From The Heart” Book Signing & Mini-Concert February 9

Seattle Accordion Social on January 14

Paul “SQUEEZEBOX” Gluck: My Musical Journey Over 4 Decades!

Matthais Matzke – German accordionist to Perform at NAA on March 9

San Francisco Accordion Club Features the Reno Di Bono Trio

Hudson Valley Accordion Ensemble

Report: Octoberfest Las Vegas International Accordion Festival

And All Because of a Bumper Sticker

Roll Out the Accordion, Polka Music and Oktoberfest

Elena Fainshtein in NAA Workshops

Smorgasbandet Entertains at LIAA February 6

Message from IDEAS Co-Founders & Co-Directors Michael Soloway & Joseph Natoli

Aiden Gort Receives Scholarship for Accordion Repair

Cody McSherry to Perform at Kennedy Center on November 20

Accordionist Jane Christison Presents Workshop at NAA

Hudson Valley Accordion Ensemble Performs in Peekskill, NY on Nov.8

Mollie Busta and Ted Lange (Squeezebox) in Clint Eastwood’s movie “The Mule”

Julien Labro to Perform with the Hartford Symphony Orchestra in February

Stas Venglevski in 2019 Concerts

Accordion Revolution: New Book by Bruce Triggs in Spring 2019

DTA! Celebrates its 35th Birthday with 35 ALIVE! Extravaganza

Joseph Petric’s 2019 European Performances – UK, France, Canada

Fish Harmonics EP Release with Rob Curto and Mike Block on Jan. 25

Museum Of Music Making Exhibit Featuring the Accordion is a Huge Success

Video: Michael Bridge: 1812 Overture (Tchaikovsky) on Digital Accordion – Canada

Gia Ciccone to Perform for Hudson Valley Accordion Ensemble

National Accordion Convention – Digital Suite – March 7-9, 2019

Brooklyn Accordion Club Holiday Concert

Accordion Babes Calendar 2019 Available Now

Brooklyn Accordion Club Holiday Concert

Breaking News: Grammy Winner Chubby Carrier On Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve

Dr. William Schimmel’s Winter Musical Events

Grayson Masefield Honored at Las Vegas International Accordion Convention

Stas Venglevski Announces New Compositions

Dallas Vietty and Acme Accordion School Accordion Day Events

LIAA Features Bud and Linda Gramer

Accordion Pops Orchestra Winter Concert Benefit on November 18

Joe De Clemente Performs at Gracie Mansion in NYC

Ivan Filipchyk Performs at Inaugural Music Festival in NY

Video: Nikolas Lazic (Austria) and Szilárd Benes (Hungary) Perform in Carnegie Hall

2018 List of Accordion Organizations in California

Nancy Leonard Performs on Capital Hill, Washington, D.C.

A World of Accordions Museum Sponsors Octoberfest Celebration on October 13

New Accordion Group: The Hudson Valley Accordion Ensemble in Peekskill, NY

William Popp Wins Ernest Bacon Memorial Award

Emmanuel Gasser Releases 4th CD

TDA in Oktoberfest in Battleground, WA

Bachtopus in New York City Concerts

Herbert Scheibenreif Honored by ATG with “Friend of ATG” Certificate

Accordion Pops Orchestra Performs on October 28 in NJ

CTA Presents Nathan Chapeton and Mary Tokarski

Accordionist and Composer, Guy Klucevsek, has “an experience of a lifetime”

Julia Williams Performs USA Premiere of Gorka Hermosa Composition

Will Holshouser’s concert at (WMAS) Washington Metropolitan Accordion Society

Papa Joe DeClemente as Guest Artist at LIAA on October 3 in Long Island

Dave Magliozzi and Ann Harter Perform for MAAA on October 28

Acme Accordion School Performs in Haddon Township Music America Festival

Brooklyn Accordion Club Concert Schedule

Frank Petrilli Leads Samba De Orpheus at 2018 NorthEast Squeeze-In Concert

Denny Malmberg to Perform for Chicago Accordion Club

Octoberfest Las Vegas International Accordion Festival Ready to Start – USA

19th Annual Las Vegas International Accordion Convention – USA

Jane Christison – Janie Next Door® – Children’s Musician – USA

International Polka Association Announces 2018 Polka Hall of Fame Inductees and 2017 Music Award Winners!

New Book: “Accordion Stories from the Heart” by Paul Ramunni

Cory Pesaturo: One Day Accordion Workshop at New England Accordion Museum

New Joseph Natoli CD “Chameleon Vol 1”

Accordion Noir Pre Fest on September 13

FalcettiFest Outdoor Concert, Wilbraham, MA.

2018 Master Class & Concert Series – Dr. William Schimmel, Moderator and Curator

MAS President Joe Recchia Remembers Sergio Marchionne

Immigrant Sons Performs for German Festival in Ohio

Video: AAA Promotional Kennedy Center Concert by Grayson Masefield – Washington DC

CPez Academy Online Video Masterclasses Available Now

Carmen Carrozza Scholarship Dinner on September 9

Accordionist Teija Niku in USA Tour: Debuts “AMERIIKAN LAULU”

Julien Labro Performs at Newport Jazz Festival

“Accordions Around the World” in Bryant Park, NYC, in August and September

Announcement of New Website for ATG

Klezmerfest: Oktopus & The Debaucherauntes on August 11

International Summit at A World of Accordions Museum, Superior – WI

Workshop by Rita Barnea: The Life and Music of Eugene Ettore

Octoberfest Las Vegas International Accordion Festival Ready to Start – USA

Cody McSherry to Perform at Steelton Button Box Bash

Grayson Masefield to Perform at The Kennedy Center Millennium Stage on July 9

AAA Original Works Concert, 11 July 2018 – USA

Announcing CPez Academy Online Subscription

Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration Results

Hanzhi Wang: Naxos Will Release Her Debut Album, Upcoming US Concerts

Emmanuel Gasser Wins Five First Places at Leavenworth Festival

“What’s Tango about the Classics” New Album by Dr. William Schimmel

Emmanuel Gasser Wins Five First Places at Leavenworth Festival

Report on 2018 Accordion Visit to Castelfidardo

Giorgio Albanese to Perform for Brooklyn Accordion Club

Accordions on the Waterfront! in Brooklyn, NY

Angelo DiPippo Interview

Texas Folklife’s 29th Annual Accordion Kings & Queens Concert Calendar and PSA

Passing of Beloved Music Teacher Donna Michael: Tribute by Rachel Quirbach

AAA Grayson Masefield Kennedy Center Concert, Washington DC

James Anglisano at the Long Island Accordion Alliance

Nick Ariondo to Perform at Arcosanti in Arizona

Timeless Articles on Accordion Instruction

Cody McSherry: Musical Ambassador

Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration June 21-24

Bruce Gassman to Perform at Leavenworth

It’s not too late to register for the 2018 AAA 80th Anniversary Festival!

Welcome to the New England Accordion Connection & Museum Company

2018 ATG Festival to Honor Special Guest Harley Jones

World Premiere of David Rothenberg’s New Work for Accordion, Cello, Guitar, and Pre-recorded Whale

Honoring Composer Eugene Ettore

Rose City Accordion Club Camp June 10-15

Petar Maric in Performance at the Brooklyn Accordion Club

Octoberfest Las Vegas International Accordion Festival Ready to Start – USA

Student Accordion Band in Queens School Spring Concert

Growing up in the accordion schools: The 1950s through the 1970s

United States Military’s Two Accordionists Featured – White House

Peter Soave Music Academy in Sauris, Dolomite – Italy

Come join the fun and “Celebrate with the Stars”.

25th Anniversary of the Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration

Michael Bridge’s New Album, “Overture” Now Available

Dr.William Schimmel: Accordionist for “Carousel” Nominated for 11 Tony Awards

Cody McSherry to Perform with the Accordion Pops Orchestra

Connecticut Accordion Association Presents “Music From the Stage and Screen”

Joey Miskulin to headline World Accordion Day at AWAM in Superior, WI – USA

Elena and Gregory Fainshtein Present TED Talks About the Accordion

Time to register for the 2018 AAA 80th Anniversary Festival!

Lionel Reekie Returns to the US, AAA 80th Anniversary Festival – Alexandria

“Accordions Rising”: In Celebration of World Accordion Day and Accordion Awareness Month

Don Gerundo and Spencer Bruno in LIAA Performance

Bachtopus to Perform in NYC on World Accordion Day

Cody McSherry Performs With Kolo Club Marian at 2018 Croatian Folklore Festival

Texas Folklife Announces 2018 Big Squeeze Accordion Grand Prize Winners

Student Accordion Band in Queens School Concert

Joey Miskulin Inducted Into the Country Music Hall of Fame, Nashville – Texas

Dominic Karcic Performs for LIAA

Would You Like to Participate in World Accordion Day on May 6th?

Accordionist Ivan Filipchyk Performed in Brooklyn Concert on April 15

Accordion Teachers Association of Massachusetts 56th Annual Festival

Grayson Masefield Standing Ovations, NAA Texas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Eugene, Ashland and Spokane

Joseph Natoli Adds Two New Publications to His Free Bass Method Books

IDEAS (International Digital Electronic Accordion Society)

80 Years of AAA Logos and Promotional Materials

Don Gerundo to Perform for LIAA on April 3

Mary Tokarski to Perform with Fairfield University Theatre

Memorial Concert for Alexander Sevastian on April 11

Accordionist Ivan Filiipchyk in Concert on April 15

Ludovic Beier to Perform with Django Festival Allstars at Carnegie Hall on May 1

Progression Ensemble in 2018 USA Tour

Obituary: John Patrick Bonica, Oregon – USA

Grayson Masefield Concert and Workshop in Spokane – USA

11th Annual Kevin Friedrich and Friends Dargaville Museum Concert – New Zealand

Jacques Pellarin, Composer/Accordionist, in “April in Paris” Tour in in USA

Accordion Yellow Pages/Events – Cyberspace

Michael Bridge has Two New Albums

Historic Guido Deiro Accordion Gifted to Cory Pesaturo by Deiro Jr.

ATAM Celebrates 56th New England Music Festival

Video: In Memorium, Alexander Sevastian (1976 – 2018) – Canada

Emilio Magnotta Presents Workshop at Brooklyn Accordion Club

Debra Peters Will Perform at NAA Convention

Cody McSherry: Balkan Accordionist

Seattle Accordion Social on March 12

International Cabaret Night with Mark Stillman and Francine Roche

St. Patrick’s Day “Seisin” Hosted by CAA on March 25

Sad News: Alexander Sevastian Fatal Heart Attack – Mexico

Joseph Natoli Becomes New President of ATG

Bayan Mix to Perform in Ontario and BC in February

Accordion Virtuosi of Russia Perform in New Jersey and Texas

Dr. Schimmel to Perform in “Carousel” on Broadway

Accordion Virtuosi of Russia Perform in New Jersey and Texas

Elena and Gregory Fainshtein to Perform in TED Talks

Nathan Chapeton Wins Carnegie Hall Performance

John Torcello performs with the LA Philharmonic

Accordionist Rob Curto’s “Forró for All”

“Squeezing in Queens”

Bellows and Bows: A Potpourri of Chamber Works for Violin, Cello, and Accordion

Long Island Accordion Alliance (LIAA) – It’s History – Aims – Goals

Tribute to Stephen Dominko

AAA President Mary Tokarski Performs in “The Spitfire Grill”

Accordionaires’ Pops Orchestra in Concert

The Day of the Accordion Presented by the Northwest Accordion Society

Le Vent du Nord Tour Dates

80th Anniversary of the American Accordionists’ Association (AAA)

Octoberfest Las Vegas International Accordion Festival Ready to Start – USA

2018 Coupe Mondiale Rules and Regulations Released, Kaunas – Lithuania

23 December: New Friedrich Lips Book Release – Germany

What Are You Doing For May 6th World Accordion Day? – International

Joseph Natoli’s Composition in Honor of Stephen Dominko

Confirmed Cory Pesaturo, Breaks Guinness World Record, 2018 Performances

Luciano Testani (1948-2017)

Joseph Natoli is Commissioned by the AAA for Two New Compositions in 2018 & 2019

Mauro Greco Passed Away (1931 – 29 December 2017), Kearny, N.J.

New Accordion Group: Accordion Ensemble of the Hudson Valley

LIAA Presents Manny Corallo and Frank Toscano

Eddie Monteiro Performance with Howie Tavin Trio in NJ

Alicia Baker to Perform at NAMM Convention in Anaheim January 25-28

Dwayne Dopsie is Nominated for the 60th Annual Grammy Awards

Passing of Horace Lazzari (1924 – 2017), Walla Walla

A Candlelight Christmas Concert with Mario Tacca and Mary Mancini

Hanzhi Wang and Ivan Filipchyk in NYC Concert on December 30

Happy Holidays from the American Accordionists’ Association (AAA) – USA

Dr.William Schimmel Announces the 2018 Accordion Seminars: “Thinking Inside the Box”

Cory Pesaturo Recent Performances, Honorary Member Emeritus in Michigan

Brooklyn Accordion Club in Holiday Concert on December 3rd

AJ Castillo: Latin Musician on the Rise

SqueezinArt New Website Now Online – USA

Christmas Sheet Music Available Online

National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Announces 2018 “President’s Innovation Award” Winner Vincent Demor

“Accordions Rising” News: Streaming on all Platforms.

“Daddy Squeeze” in Winter Performances

Westmont Philharmonia Accordion Orchestra in Winter Concert

Victor Prieto and the Cristina Pato Quartet

18th Annual Las Vegas International Accordion Convention Report

Vivant! in Concert, Kansas City

Amy Jo Sawyer, Commissioned Composer for “Glorious Grands” Piano Extravaganza

Max Baca & Los Texmaniacs Perform for Belleville Roots Music Series

Bachtopus to Perform in NYC

Dr. William Schimmel Continues His Busy Schedule

Accordion Pops Orchestra Performs on November 19 in New Jersey

2018 Accordion Babes Pin Up Calendar is Available Now

Editor’s Note 01st October, 2017

Guy Klucevsek to Perform with University of Pittsburgh Orchestra

Nathan Chapeton: 2017 USA Coupe Mondiale Representative in Italy

Stas Venglevski in October Concert

Hotel Almost Sold Out for Las Vegas International Accordion Convention

National Accordion Association (NAA) Automated “Open Call” – USA

Simone Baron Performs with Arco Belo Ensemble

Cody McSherry in Octoberfest

Joseph Soprani in October Concerts

Recent and Future Performances by Robert Young McMahan

Bill Schimmel in “Astrobiology/Accordionology” at Cornelia Street Cafe

New Accordion Club in Ohio: “We Love Accordion!”

Video: Roland Demonstrate New Software for FR8X at Coupe Mondiale – Italy

Gary Dahl Releases El Choclo Tango Arrangement – USA

Musette Duo at La Villini

Video: Button Box Fest, Reading, Pennsylvania – USA

Roland Digital Accordion Orchestra in July Performance

Accordion Students Celebrate Lou Jacklich’s 89th Birthday

Annual NAAC Member Meeting 2017

Joe DeClemente at La Villini

Cory Pesaturo Guiness World Record Attempt, Graz – Austria

3rd Annual Student Scholarships Program at Cotati a Winner

Ksenija Sidorova Lights Up Lincoln Center, NY

Daily Reports and Video, 2017 Coupe Mondiale, Start Wednesday 6th September – Italy

Emilio Magnotta to Perform for the Long Island Accordion Alliance

Two Accordionists Honored as NEA National Heritage Fellows

Las Vegas International Accordion Convention in October

Accordionist Eva Ybarra Receives NEA National Heritage Fellowship

Accordions Around the World in New York

Accordionist Dwight Lamb Chosen as 2017 NEA National Heritage Fellow

Musicians Support Ponty Bone Concert at Antone’s – USA

Guy Klucevsek in Fall Concerts

Hanzhi Wang in September Concerts in New York

Cody McSherry Wins 2017 Carmen Carrozza Scholarship Competition

Alex Meixner in Fall Programs

Golden State Accordion Club Band to Perform at Cotati Festival

Accordion Noir Festival 10th Year from Sept. 7-10

Musical Tribute to Dick Contino at Las Vegas – USA

Free Concert Scholarship Fundraiser Before Cotati Festival for Student Accordionists

Trifilio Tango Trio at Washington Metropolitan Accordion Society (WMAS) – USA

The Northeast Squeeze-In Weekend

The Steve Balich Polka Band to Perform at Cotati Festival

Gary Dahl Has Over 200 Individual Arrangements and 10 eBooks

Alicia Baker to Perform for the San Francisco Accordion Club

Passing of Suzanne “Sue” Welch

The Vancouver Island Musicfest July 14-16

Unprecedented $100,000 Prize Awarded in Chamber Competition

Cory Pesaturo Plans to Break the Guiness World Record for Longest Accordion Playing

Zydeco Accordionist Jeffery Broussard and the Creole Cowboys

Dallas Vietty in August Performances

Jane Christison Entertains At Villagefest 2017

Maine Fiddle Camp Features Accordion Instruction

American Accordionists’ Association (AAA) Festival 2017 Hits Many High Notes

Michigan Accordion Society Press Release 7/26/17

Dr. William Morse – World renowned conductor/jazz pianist returns to the instrument of his youth!

Papa Joe’s Missions Trip to Nicaragua

National Accordion Awareness Month Celebrated in June – USA

AAA Festival in Princeton, NJ From July 12-16

Canadian Accordionist Michael Bridge

Beverly Roberts Curnow Performs for Long Island Accordion Alliance

Bryant Park’s “Accordions Around the World” in NYC

Emmanuel Trifilio in Concert

Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration June 15-18

Nick Ariondo in Concert

Beverly Roberts Curnow Performs for the LIAA on June 7

American Accordionists’ Association Master Class and Concert Series

Dan Newton in Summer Performances

Rob Reich in Summer Concerts

Elementary School Accordion Program

Cody McSherry Successful At Leavenworth

Mario Tacca and Mary Mancini in “Accordions Around the World”

Russian Renaissance: M-Prize Chamber Arts Competition Grand Prize Winner

Bachtopus in Concert on June 3rd

Accordion Association of Calgary Presents Music Festival and Competition

HS Student Wins Award With Documentary “The Life of Stephen Dominko”

AAA Festival in Princeton, NJ From July 12-16

UMKC Community Accordion Ensemble in Conception, Missouri

ATG Festival July 19-23

Guy Klucevsek Opens for the New York Philharmonic Players

15th Annual Carmen Carrozza Scholarship Fund Dinner-Huge Success!!

“Accordions Rising” Film Available at Special Price

Dr. Schimmel Releases New Steampunk Video

NAAC Launches New Projects

Joseph Soprani Presents Concert in Pennsylvania

New York City Public Elementary School’s “Squeeze Box Nine”

The Great Accordion Rendezvous in New York City on June 21

Alex Meixner Summer Performances

Alicia Baker in Summer Performances

Rose City Accordion Club Camp June 4-8 in Portland, Oregon

Mary Tokarski and Nathan Chapeton Perform for LIAA

Brooklyn Accordion Club “Thinking inside the Box”

NWAS Seattle Accordion Social June 12

Children’s Fiction Books Which Feature the Accordion

Nathan Chapeton 2017 USA Coupe Mondiale Representative

Guy Klucevsek’s Bellow Brigade Presents Concert at Roulette in NY

Falcetti Music Presents Its 21st Roland Workshop & Concert

39th Annual International Polka Fest

“Annie Gong & Her Magic Orchestra” Concert Tour

Victoria International Accordion Festival July 13-17

Tony Lovello Presents Workshop at New England Accordion Connection and Museum Company

Alexander Sevastian in Concert in Vancouver

Connecticut Accordion Association Concert at Mattatuck Museum

“Accordions Rising” Film Available at Special World Accordion Day Price

Texas Folklife Announces the 2017 Big Squeeze Accordion Winners

Dr.William Schimmel: Brooklyn Accordion Club Concert and Additional Touring Dates

Mary Tokarski and Nathan Chapeton at LIAA

Accordion Round-Up YVR

Roland V-Accordion East Coast Event Hosted by Music Magic

Bachtopus in House Concert in Dobbs Ferry, NY

Trio Musette to Perform at La Villini in East Northport, NY

36th Annual Tejano Conjunto Festival in San Antonio, TX

Accordion Teachers’ Association of Massachusetts Celebrates 55th Year

What Are You Doing For World Accordion Day?

AAA Plans an exciting 2017 . . .

Bryant Park : “Accordions Around the World” Summer 2017

Dallas Vietty, Will Holshouser and Dan Newton in Concert

Tony Lovello Announces His Retirement

Cory Pesaturo is Featured Entertainment on Finnish Cruise

Announcing the 2017 Big Squeeze Accordion Contest Finals & Concert

Emmanuel Gasser Wins 2017 NLFB Meltdown

ALSI Features Henry Doktorski

Nathan Chapeton to Perform with 2 Symphonies this Spring!

30th National Accordion Association (NAA) Convention…. Big Success! – Texas

Carrozza Scholarship Event on April 30 in New York

Accordionaires “Pops” Orchestra to Perform in Santa Barbara, CA

Tony Lovello Performs at Grand Central Terminal

Fire and Ice, New Norwegian Music & Concert Tour

Video: Three Stooges Comedy

“La Giara” Concert and Book Release in Philadelphia

Dominic Karcic Introduces Accordion to Schools

LIAA Celebrates Accordionist Santo Endrizzi’s 96th Birthday

Dee Langley performs “Twisted Apples” by Composer Robert Elhai

8th March 1908 “International Women’s Day” – WORLDWIDE

An Evening of Latin Jazz Accordion Music – NAAC/Hall-Rodrigues/Petrilli

Boston Symphony Orchestra Premieres New Bayan Concerto

Carrozza Scholarship Event on April 30 in New York

Stas Venglevski and Tatyana Krasnobaeva Perform in Wisconsin

Joseph Natoli’s New Composition “Children’s Suite”

NAA Concerts March 8-11

2017 Cotati Accordion Festival Will Award Student Scholarships

Hanzhi Wang to Perform in Dobbs Ferry, New York

“Accordions Rising” Film at NAA

Poems “I Am An Accordion”

Alex Meixner Featured on ‘The Polka King’ Jack Black Movie Soundtrack

Jeffery Broussard and the Creole Cowboys Perform on March 12 in NYC

Mardi Gras Celebration at Magnanini Winery

Roland V-Accordion East Coast Event Hosted by Music Magic – USA

What Are You Doing For World Accordion Day?

Guy Klucevsek’s 70th Birthday Bash

Mario Tacca and Mary Mancini in Spring Concerts

Large Prizes, AAA Carrozza Competition, July 13, 2017, NJ.

11th The Big Squeeze Accordion Contest by Texas Folklife

Mike Middleton Featured, Family Pops Temple Symphony Orchestra, Texas

Peter Soave Concerts in Michigan, February 2017

Hanzhi Wang @ Brooklyn Accordion Club, New York – USA

Wall Street Journal Features Dr. William Schimmel

Guy Klucevsek’s 70th Birthday Concert on February 25

Waterbury’s Tribute To The Accordion: Then and Now

February Performances by Victor Prieto

Anne Romagnoli (1926-2017), Chicago – USA

Rob Reich in Performances

Accordion Clinic in Venice, Florida

Stan Boreson, Kids TV Show Host, Dies at 91 – Seattle

NACC North American Accordion Collaborative

Gary Dahl Releases Ashokan Farewell Arrangement – USA

Elsie M. Bennett 2017 Composition Competition

Dan Newton’s Cafe Accordion Orchestra 2017 Events

The Big Squeeze Accordion Contest is Back for 2017

Music Magic USA Holds 1st US Product Debut for the New FR-4x V-Accordion

Accordion Academy Winter Session 2017 is Now Open

Brooklyn Accordion Club

Change of Location for Connecticut Accordion Association’s “The First Concert”

PASSING OF PAULINE OLIVEROS ON NOVEMBER 25

Josh Groban and His Accordion on Broadway

Air France Presents: The Django Reinhardt NY Festival with Accordionist Ludovic Beier.

Buckwheat Zydeco (1947-2016), Louisiana – USA

Santiago Jimenez Jr Receives 2015 National Medal of Arts – USA

Video: Roland FR4X Release, Demonstration and Rostov Concert – France / Russia

Peter and Mady Soave in Concert on October 22 in Victoria, BC

Jane Christison October Performances

Cory Pesaturo’s Performances

Accordion Pops Orchestra Concert on October 23 in New Jersey

“Accordions Rising’” Music Documentary

Video: Gail Campanella Concert – Virginia, USA

Emilio Magnotta Performed for LIAA in September

Dan “Daddy Squeeze” Newton to Present Workshop at Petosa

NH Accordion Association, ACCORDIONS NOW!, Re-organization Meeting

The Outside Track Performs at the Celtic Colours International Festival

Lou Jacklich 88th Birthday, Students Celebrate Accordionly

AAA Congratulates Nathan Chapeton!

Texas Folklife Seeks Participants for its 2017 Apprenticeship Program

Passing of Roberto Cassan

Nathan Chapeton Represents USA at 2016 Coupe Mondiale

Video: Emmanuel Gasser Performance at 2016 PIF Castelfidardo – Italy

The NorthEast Squeeze-In September 2016

Mike’s Place – A New Dimension in Accordion Education

Josh Groban Plays Accordion on Broadway

Philip Franzese, Febuary 14, 1930 – August 26, 2016

Roland Product Launch, Paris, 9th September – France

Dominic Karcic to Perform for LIAA

Cory Pesaturo: “World Champion Accordionists Only Fly Southwest

Dr. William Schimmel to Be Honored at William Paterson University

Ksenija Sidorova’s ‘Carmen’ Named Classical Recording of the Month,

Guy Klucevsek: New CD and Fall Concerts

Accordionist Needed for US Army Strings

Peter Dranga To Perform for Michigan Accordion Society on September 17

New York International Jazz Accordion Festival

“Accordions Rising” Gaining Increased Recognition

Meet Simone Baron

Frank Petrilli to Perform for San Francisco Accordion Club

‪JINTA-LA-MVTA‬

13 Year Old Cody McSherry Wins Lancaster’s Got Talent Competition

Jamie Maschler Teaches Forro Ensemble at Seattle Jazz Night School

New Joe Cerrito Composition Theme & Scherzo Available

Jamie Maschler Teaches Forro Ensemble at Seattle Jazz Night School

Las Vegas International Accordion Convention 2016 – A Grand Success!

Dallas Vietty’s “Jazz Mondays” at Acme Accordion School in NJ

2016 Cotati Accordion Festival, A Joyful Experience

Patricia Bartell Busy Schedule of Teaching, Jury in China and New Publications – USA

Joan Grauman to Present Workshop on Balkan Music and Rhythms

Natasha Enquist’s debut album “MNE”

Memories of “Mama Stella” Allison, Maryland

Just In: Michael Bridge is First Accordionist on List of 30 Hot Canadian Classical Musicians Under 30

Rita Barnea Interviews WQXR Instrument Drive Project Manager Kathleen Drohan

Joseph Natoli Premiers His Latest Composition, “Kinetic Tango”, at 76th Annual ATG

Billy McComiskey’s AFC Fellowship Award, Washington DC

Guy Klucevsek to Perform His New AAA Commissioned Composition in New York City

Accordionist Cody McSherry is a Finalist in Lancaster’s Got Talent– Please vote!

Michael Bridge and the Ladom Ensemble

Joe Cerrito, Consummate Musician and Extraordinary Educator

Emmanuel Gasser Wins 1st Prize in AAA Elsie Bennett Composition Competition in Buffalo

Nathan Chapeton to Represent the USA at the 2016 Coupe Mondiale in Russia

Lauren Brody and Alicia Svigals in Klezmer Music Concerts

Petosa Sponsored Workshops, First by Grayson Masefield

17th Annual Las Vegas International Accordion Convention

Eddie Monteiro on Faculty of Peter Soave Music Academy in Italy

Murl Allen Sanders in World Premier of “Fantasia for Santoor and Accordion”

The Stars Come Out at the 2016 AAA Festival in Buffalo

August and September Presentations of “Accordions Rising”

Waterfront Blues Festival July 1-4

Outreach to Youth in Buffalo

Guy Klucevsek: Interview and Performance

Mary Tokarski on Faculty of Peter Soave Music Academy in Italy

Excelsior Symphony Grand Accordion Stolen in Rhode Island

Victoria International Accordion Festival July 26-31, 2016

2016 Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration Results

BREAKING NEWS: Passing of William Cosby on July 7

Grayson Masefield USA Concert Tour

Don Gerundo and Dallas Vietty Assist the 2016 WQXR Instrument Drive

“Accordions Rising” Festival Presentations

Canadian Slovenian Button Accordion Championship

UMKC Accordion Ensemble to Perform at ATG Festival

Victor Prieto Offers Summer Master Classes in Jazz and Harmony

Brooklyn Accordion Club Hosts Happy Summer Social Hour

Bryant Park, NY, Presents Accordions Around the World

Patrick Farrell: Accordionist and Composer

Cory Pesaturo, Stas Venglevski, Kenny Kotwitz on June 15 At Tosa Tonight

Sergei Teleshev to Perform in Guemes Island Music Series

Ginny Mac in East Coast Performance for AAA

Music Students Earn Accordion Music Scholarships

Immigrant Sons in Concert

76th ATG Festival Presents Jerry Cigler as Guest Artist

Texas Accordion Cowboy Chris Rybak

Cody McSherry Performs his First House Concert – Maryland

Cory Pesaturo Meets With Quincy Jones

2016 AAA Accordion Festival in Buffalo, New York July 6-10

Michigan Accordion Society Participates in Memorial Day Parade

ATG 76th Annual Festival to be held July 20th – 23rd, Lisle, Chicago

Grayson Masefield to Perform for the AAA and ATG

17th Annual Las Vegas International Accordion Convention

Acclarion, On USA Tour Now, Receives Windsor Endowment for the Arts Award

Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration June 16-19

Young Accordionist Author Receives Popular Acclaim

Mario Tacca and Mary Mancini Perform in Peekskill, NY on June 10

Xia Gang Featured Soloist at ATG in July

Dr. Robert Young McMahan Presents at AAA Festival

Jon Hammond Funk Unit Featured, Summer NAMM, Nashville, Tennessee

Jessica Fichot, Accordionist and Singer

Editor’s Note 01st May , 2016

Versatile Corky Bennett

Announcing The 3rd Annual Open House for New England Accordion Museum

Breaking News: Passing of Mort Herold (1926 to 2016)

Michael Bridge and the Spokane Accordion Ensemble

AAA Winners, New YouTube Channel, July Festival and More!

Sergei Teleshev in Trio Voronezh To Perform with Ballet Fantastique

GlamorTango to Perform in New York City

Debra Peters’ World Accordion Day Concert

World Accordion Day Celebration in Victoria, BC

International Accordion Concert Celebrating Bev Fess 50 Years of Teaching Accordion

Cody McSherry in “Old Time Gospel Radio Hour” in Pennsylvania

Invitation To All Accordionists/Accordion Lovers Past and Present

Texas Folklife Presents Big Squeeze 10th Anniversary Concert

Alex Meixner in May Shows

Roland Sponsorship of 2016 Coupe Mondiale Digital Category – EU

Lenny Feldman to Perform with Singer Cristina Fontanelli

Spring Happenings at the Washington Metropolitan Accordion Society

Linda Soley Reed is AAMS 2016 Honoree

New Duo: Double Double Duo with Michael Bridge and Dr. Kornel Wolak

Brooklyn Accordion Club Hosts World Accordion Day Concert

Dominic Karcic Performs for LIAA

Maurice Jones Keen to Meet Accordion Antique Enthusiasts in Western USA

Jacques Pellarin, Accordionist

Be a Part of World Accordion Day on May 6, 2016

Stas Venglevski to Perform for the San Francisco Accordion Club

Michigan Accordion Society Awards Youth Scholarships

Julien Labro In Princeton University Debut

Texas Folklife Presents Big Squeeze Tenth Anniversary Concert

Composers Are Invited to Enter AAA Elsie M. Bennett Composition Competition

New England Music Festival April 8-10 in Massachusetts

Accordionist/Musician Lorin Sklamberg Teaches Course in NYC on Yidishe Lider in Berlin

Guy Klucevsek’s April Residency and Event Details

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with The Irish Rovers

Accordionist Rob Curto with Matuto on April 10, 2016 in Ohio

Dan Newton, “Daddy Squeeze”, in Spring Programs

Michigan Accordion Society Presents Eddie Monteiro

“Accordions Rising” Debut at the Cinema on the Bayou Film Festival

Peter Soave in Concert on March 13 in Michigan

“Accordions Rising” Nominated for Best Music Documentary

AAA to Honor Mario Tacca with 2016 Lifetime Achievement Award

MAMTG Annual Festival and Competition April 1-3, 2016

William Schimmel to Perform at Neue Galerie in New York City

John Torcello with the Los Angeles Philharmonic

Jane Christison’s Spring Programs

Patricia Bartell and the Portatos

Accordionaires “Pops” Orchestra Concert

Illinois Polkafest 28, Illinois

“Weird Al” Yankovic Key Speaker at Grand Rally for Music Education

Michigan Accordion Society, Celebrating 20 Years, Hosts Accordion For Kids Class

Accordion-YellowPages.com Free Listing of Accordion Events – Cyberspace

Amy Sawyer Performs in Premier of “Ratatouille”

Tian Jianan Performing For Chinese New Year in Indiana

Guy Klucevsek in Performances

Celebrity Interview: Coming to NAMM, Luigi Bruti, CIA Merit Award Recipient – Italy

Dallas Vietty/Victor Prieto Workshop Success, New Jersey

The Accordion is Instrumental to Emilio and Gloria Estefan

Are Accordions Dangerous? Accordion Causes School Evacuation!

Michigan Accordion Society Christmas Party on December 8

Where There’s A Will, There’s A Way

Here are Your 2016 Accordion New Year’s Resolutions!

Dr. William Schimmel is Accordionist for 2016 Grammy Nominated Album

Accordionist and Keyboardist Jon Hammond Travels the World

“Accordions Rising” Filmmaker, Roberta Cantow, Receives Significant Recognition

Long Island Accordion Alliance Announces 2016 Schedule

Accordionist Jim Vandelly Performs Russian Music

Washington Metropolitan Accordion Society Presents Holiday Concert

Ludovic Beier Concert at The Kennedy Centre, Washington DC

A Candlelight Christmas Concert with Mary Mancini and Mario Tacca

Rene Sevieri to Perform for the San Francisco Accordion Club

Guy Klucevsek to Perform for the Brooklyn Accordion Club

Joan Grauman CD “Accordion Potpourri” Released, Washington DC – USA

Outstanding Performance by Accordion Virtuosi of Russia – USA

Steven Hobert Quartet to Perform in Minneapolis on December 1

Grandma, Dancing Dog and Accordion Rock It!

Geir Draugsvoll (Denmark) US Premiere of “Fachwerk” by Sofia Gubaidulina

Koray Broussard and the Zydeco Unit

Books About the Accordion Written by Rob Howard

Michigan Accordion Society Parade Float Wins First Place!

World War II Accordion Donated to New England Accordion Museum

Accordion Day at Acme Accordion School in New Jersey

Juha and Janne Silfverberg perform at Kansas City Gala – USA

Long Island Accordion Alliance To Feature Bud and Linda Gramer

Jeff Lisenby and ‘Intersection’, Nashville – USA

Brooklyn Accordion Club, Accordion Repair, November 8th

National Accordion Symphony Orchestra with Gene Van, Conductor

Judy Starr Writes Adventure Series Including the Accordion

Joseph Natoli Performs at Carrefour in Montmagny, Quebec

National Accordion Symphony Orchestra in November Concerts

Vivant! Performed at Roosterville Airshow and Flying Competition, Kansas City – USA

The Amazing Accordion Kings in Concert November 14

Latest Update on the Documentary, “Accordions Rising”

New Site: A World of Accordions Museum

Dallas Vietty and Victor Prieto Present Accordion Workshops in Pennsylvania

Book: “Making Money as a Strolling Accordionist” by Nancy Leonard

Gene Van Conducts the National Accordion Symphony

Carmen Carrozza Memorial Concert and Dinner October 2-4 in New York

Passing of Ernie Felice (1922-2015)

Vivant! to Perform on October 4

Alex Meixner and Oktoberfest 2015

Spend Oktoberfest with Those Darn Accordions!

“From Broadway to the Met … Oct 21st

Latest News on “Accordion Rising” Documentary

Accordionist Michael Bridge

Rob Curto at the Brooklyn Accordion Club

Tribute Concert to Ilmar Kuljus and Surprise Anniversary in Spokane, WA

Meet Washington, DC’s Own Joyce Palmer – A beautiful Story!

Michigan Accordion Society to Hold Oktoberfest Fund Raiser

Accordion Cool TV Show

Accordionist Jane Christison

Tom Izzo Plays Accordion Ending Michigan State’s 4 Game Trip to Italy

27th Carrefour Mondial de l’Accordéon

Bill Anderson Performs for Milwaukee Accordion Club

Jose Alfonso Valadez Alanis in Concert in Middleburg, Virginia

Joe Soprani to Perform with Mandolin and Balalaika Ensembles

Beverly Roberts Curnow in Concert for WMAS

Update on the Documentary, “Accordions Rising”

Ron Borelli to Perform for the San Francisco Accordion Club

Video: Part 1. Beautiful Accordion Music at ATG Festival From Russia – USA

Donna Regis Performs in Alte Kameraden

Brews and Bellows Come Together for the Big Squeeze and Beer Tasting Festival

Composer Seeking Bayanist/Accordionist for “Bayan and Beyond”

A Mahler Symphony Squeezed In A Squeezebox, New York

Video: Stas Venglevski and Joan Sommers Perform Venglevski Works – USA

Connecticut Accordion Association Invites Musicians to Perform

Tribute Concert to Ilmar Kuljus and More

Accordions Around the World in Bryant Park, NYC

Frank Busso, Jr. and the US Air Force Strings

Hubert Gall – 12 years “KA” at Cirque du Soleil in Las Vegas

Accordion Concert Tribute to  Ilmar Kuljus on August 21 in Spokane

John Smoltz Enters Baseball Hall of Fame

Vitaly Kondratenko (Russia) Wins $20,000 1st Prize Deffner Competition

Italo-American Accordion Co. is Marking 100 years Owned by Family

“Adagio For Strings” Arrangement by Joe Soprani

Historic LP “Lou Jacklich Plays”, Re-released as eTracks Album – USA

Sy Kushner and Ken Maltz, Klezmer Duo on August 5

Cotati Accordion Festival August 22 and 23 in California

Dan Newton in ‘Accordion-O-Rama’ Concert, Minnesota

Video: George Secor – Look What This Little Accordion Can Do!

Grayson Masefield, Classical to Tangos, The Portatos

Gary Daverne Book ‘From the Podium’ Now Released

Accordions Around the World in Bryant Park New York City

Accordions Around the World in Bryant Park New York City

UMKC Chamber Accordion Ensemble

“Weird Al” Yankovic at Peabody Opera House

Video: #1 Hit, Calibre 50 performing Contigo – USA

Emmanuel Gasser Wins First Place in Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration

The 16th Annual Las Vegas International Accordion Convention!

Dr.William Schimmel Releases New CD

Accordion Pops Orchestra to Perform at 2015 AAA Festival

2015 AAA Festival in Alexandria, Virginia July 8-12

Ken and Mary are Turbo Accordions Express

Cory Pesaturo Performances

The Jarosh Accordion Ensemble from Calgary, Canada

Accordionist Sy Kushner and Violinist Jeremy Brown in Concert

New Release Videos: Frank Marocco Informal Fun, Castelfidardo – Italy

Trio AkordioM American Debut in New York

Historic LP “Lou Jacklich Plays”, Re-released as eTracks Album

Passing of Anthony Carrozza, Accordionist and Teacher

Rose City Accordion Camp June 7-12, 2015

Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration June 18-21, 2015

Accordions Rising Documentary Film by Roberta Cantow

Richard Galliano To Perform in New York City June 26-29

2nd Annual Open House for the New England Accordion Museum

Video and Spotlight on Debra Peters

Update on Alicia Baker

Video and Dallas Vietty in Summer Appearances

LIAA to Feature Mary Tokarski and Nathan Chapeton

Accordion Pops Orchestra to Present Summer Concerts

San Francisco Accordion Club Celebrates Two Milestones on June 6

Django Camp June 16-21 Curriculum

Musette workshop – Brooklyn Accordion Club

Available: Awakening Album by Stas Venglevski and Joan Sommers

Will Holshouser and Musette Explosion at Birdland, NYC

Scandanavian-American Night Includes Accordions!

Washington Metropolitan Accordion Society’s Button Box Extravaganza

New Music eSheet Säkkijärven Polka Arrangement by Zevy Zions

Children’s Fiction Books Which Feature the Accordion

New Music eSheet Säkkijärven Polka Arrangement by Zevy Zions

World Champion Grayson Masefield USA Concerts

Roberta Cantow’s New Film “Accordion Rising”

Roland 17th Semi-Annual V-Accordion Event

2015 Summer Schedule of A World of Accordions Museum

Dan “Daddy Squeeze” Newton performs in the Washington, DC Area

Sourdough Slim, the Last of the Vaudeville Cowboys to Perform for SFAC

Brooklyn Accordion Club on May 3rd

Lawmaker Plays Polka on Iowa Senate Floor

“From Broadway to the Met….Plus” with accordionist Dominic Karcic on May 20th

AAA Festival in Alexandria – an exciting event!

Nick Ariondo Performs on European Radio

Young Musicians in Concert in Connecticut

Pat Racioppa: Accordionist, Accordion Repairman and Woodworker

Stas Venglevski Spring Concert Season

Dallas Vietty Presents Gypsy Jazz Workshop and Concert

REELZ Original Reality Series Begins on April 11, Features the Accordion

Join the “Show-Us-Your-Accordion” Movement

Sy Kushner in Concert in New York City

Texas Folklife Presents the 2015 Big Squeeze Accordion Contest Finals

Michael Bridge in Recital at the University of Toronto

Video: Potomac Accordion Ensemble Concert, Fairfax – USA

Fabio and Fabio to Perform for the LIAA

Final Ruling for Air Travel With Musical Instruments – USA

Will Holshouser in Musette Explosion in NYC on May 5th

John Bonica Communications With Injury Related Accordionists – USA

American Idol Hopeful Joey Cook Pleases Keith Urban

Anthony Mecca…His Life, His Music

Guy Klucevsek in Successful Concert Series in New York City

2015 MAMTG Festival

Nathan Chapeton to Perform with New Haven Symphony

New Scandalli Hub for North America

Texas Folklife’s 2015 Big Squeeze Accordion Contest

Brooklyn Accordion Club to Feature Uri Sharlin

Accordionist Rob Reich

Elena and Gregory Fainshtein to Perform for the NAA Convention in Texas

Paul Belanich to Perform for LIAA

2010 AAA Virtuoso Champion Gabe Hall-Rodrigues on tour with Jared & The Mill

Anita Siarkowski … Busy accordionist and more!

Michael Bridge wins University of Toronto Concerto Competition

Cory Pesaturo’s Tribute to His Teacher, Tulio Gasparini

BREAKING NEWS: Passing of Tulio Gasparini

Walter Kühr, Performer, Bandleader and Accordion Evangelist, Dies at 59

Tribute to Walter Kuehr on February 1

Unique Blue Haired Accordionist Joey Cook Success on American Idol

Tangonero to Perform for the San Francisco Accordion Club

Nada Lewis to Perform in Berkeley, California on February 4

Trio Voronezh to Perform for Michigan Accordion Society

Internal Accordion Construction and Basic Maintenance Seminar

Nick Ariondo in Concert With the Hollywood Studio Symphony Orchestra

Accordions in Ogden, UT

Victor Prieto:Performs for Long Island Accordion Alliance, Brooklyn Accordion Club, City Winery

Former Michigan Accordionist is elected into Baseball Hall of Fame

Tom Bender’s Accordion Accordion Art Piece

“From Broadway to the Met….plus” with Dominic Karcic

Stolen Accordion in Texas

Jay Landers- No Strings Attached

Music Videos of the Festive Season

Don Lipovac Inducted into Hall of Fame, 51st Thanksgiving Polka Weekend

Here are your 2015 Accordion New Year’s Resolutions!

Regarding the Completion of the film, The A Word: Accordions Alive and Kickin’

Potomac Accordion Ensemble and WMAS Present Holiday Concerts

Pasha Newmerzhitsky with Gogul Bordello Gypsy Punk Band

Mario Pedone and Nick Ballarini Run Accordion Clinic

Silicon Valley Accordion Society to Feature Paul Betken

Connecticut Accordion Association (CAA) Holiday Concert

Dr. Robert Young McMahan in Recent Performances

Review of Accordion Pops Orchestra Concert

Tribute to Roy Carrier

Coupe Mondiale 2014 Canadian Participant Emmanuel Gasser – Austria

Rob Reich at Brooklyn Accordion Club

Joan Cochran Sommers Voted CIA Honorary Member Award – Austria

16th Annual Las Vegas International Accordion Convention in June 2015

Accordion Babes Revue

Westmont Philharmonia Accordion Orchestra in Concert on Dec. 6

Brooklyn Accordion Club Presents “Take Apart Your Accordion”

ROLAND FR-8X V-ACCORDION Update

First Annual Accordion Commotion Day on November 8th in NH

William Schimmel to Perform at William Paterson University

Bud and Linda Gramer Perform for the LIAA

Celebrate Accordion Day at the Acme Accordion School

En Canto in Seattle Performance

Ginny Mac in Texas Concerts

Accordion Pops Orchestra Concert Honors Carmen Carrozza Nov. 2

Elena and Gregory in October 11 Concert

Meet Canada’s Tequila Mockingbird Orchestra

Guy Klucevsek to Present Original Compositions in New York

Dr. Schimmel’s Busy East Coast Fall Tour

Rosie Ledet & The Zydeco Playboys to Perform in France

Rob Reich in Concerts

New Accordion Blog

Seattle Accordionist Jamie Maschler

Long Island Accordion Alliance Features Mary Tokarski

Emmanuel Gasser to Perform at Oktoberfest

Washington Metropolitan Accordion Society’s Annual Oktoberfest, October 19

Accordionist Dan “Daddy Squeeze” Newton

Jazz accordionists Frank Petrilli & Eddie Monteiro in concert, Washington, DC area

Manny Corallo, Guest Artist at the LIAA

Brooklyn Accordion Club to Feature Mary Tokarski and Nathan Chapeton

TO BE QUITE ‘FRANK’…….

Tekla Klebetnica Folk Group Visits Texas Again

Parlez Vous Francais?

The Flashing Accordion

Breaking News: Roland Corporation Anounces V-Accordion Production – Italy

Guy Klucevsek at the Brooklyn, New York Accordion Club

Stas Venglevski at the Michigan Accordion Society

Roland 16th Semi-Annual V Accordion Event

DakhaBrakha in Concert in San Francisco

Tony Lovello to Perform for East Tennessee Accordion Club

The Big Squeeze and Beer Tasting Come Together for Spiced Up Fun and Food

15th Las Vegas International Accordion Convention – A GRAND SUCCESS!

Alicia Baker to Perform for San Francisco Accordion Club

Lou Jacklich Honored at 2014 ATG Festival

Frank Petrilli at WMAS on September 21

Celebration of the Life of Faithe Deffner, July 13, 2014

AAA Master Class and Concert Series (The Seminars) Aug.1-3

ACCORDIONS NOW! in New Hampshire August 8-10

Michigan Accordion Society Features “The Immigrant Sons”

Dee Langley in Concert on August 3rd

Michigan Accordion Society Donates Accordions and Lessons

Joe Soprani in Recent Concerts

Naomi Harris and Nathan Chapeton: 2014 USA Representatives to CIA

Long Island Accordion Alliance Celebrates 4th Anniversary

The Great Morgani at Accordionists & Teachers Guild, International (ATG) – USA

Victoria International Accordion Festival

Suspicious Package in Columbia Turns Out To Be An Accordion

“Alive Inside” Film Explores Power of Music to Restore Memory

Gypsy Squeezewear Accordion T-Shirts & Tote Bags Made To Order – California

Faithe Deffner Official Obituary by Helmi Harrington – USA

Celebration of the Life of Faithe Deffner, July 13, 2014

Vivant! presents Musical Extravaganza ‘Hooray for Hollywood!’, Kansas City – USA

Steve Albini Performs at the Francis Ford Coppola Winery, California – USA

Leavenworth Accordion Celebration, Washington – USA

Video: Nick Ariondo, Memorial Concert Tribute to Edward Hosharian – USA

A World of Accordions Museum Enjoys Unprecedented Growth

So You Have Low Back Pain …… What Can You Do?

BREAKING NEWS: Passing of Faithe Deffner

Rob Reich Performs for the San Francisco Accordion Club

“Honoring Dr. Willard (Bill) A. Palmer Festival and Fundraiser”

Joe Soprani to Perform in Operetta in Philadelphia

Bruce Gassman in Summer Concerts

Guy Klucevsek in Concert in Brooklyn Delights All

Dallas Vietty Presents Workshop and Concert

Juha Silfverberg performs on Unsuk Chin’s work with Kansas City Symphony

Fred Ferino: Accordion Repairman and Much More

Santo Endrizzi Receives Legion of Honor Medal

Terrance Simien & The Zydeco Experience 2014 Grammy Award

Connie Mantini: An Inspiration To All Musicians

Texas Folklife Announces 2014 Big Squeeze Contest Winners

Guy Klucevsek 2014 Summer Concert Schedule

Michigan Accordion Society Presents Frank Petrilli on May 20, 2014

Bryant Park in NYC Features Accordionists All Summer

VBC, Very Be Careful, in Cinco de Mayo Event

Renowned Hollywood Composer is Crazy About Accordion!

Amazing Dan Newton: Daddy Squeeze

Steve Albini Performs for Hollywood Elite in California

Kevin Friedrich joins A World of Accordions Museum Board of Directors

12th Annual Carmen Carrozza Scholarship Event on April 6

Roland’s 15th Semi-Annual V-Accordion Event April 13 in Massachusetts

AAA Master Class and Concert Series (The Seminars)

Cory Pesaturo’s Newest Projects and Accomplishments

World Premiere of Film, “Dizzy Fingers” about Joe Soprani

Lucas Stachurski Performs for Michigan Accordion Society

Editor’s Note 01st March ,2014

Passing of Evan Harlan

Accordionist Petar Maric in Maryland Concerts

World Premiere of “Dizzy Fingers: The Life of Joe Soprani”

Fabio and Fabio Perform at the Long Island Accordion Alliance on March 5

Meet Jazz Accordionist Luis Espindola

SFAC Presents Accordionists in Concert on March 16th

AAMS Honors Jim Vandelly on March 29 in NJ

Concert “The French Experience” on March 28th

AAA Presents 12th Annual Carmen Carrozza Scholarship Event on April 6

Mesa Accordion Event 2014 (A Personal Perspective)

Dr.William Schimmel- Busy 2014

Tom Izzo is Honorary Member of Michigan Accordion Society

Accordionist Paul Betken

‘Play Your Accordion Without Pain’, Two New Chapters Released

CIA Coupe Mondiale 2014 – Servus and Welcome to Salzburg, Austria

Summer Sunshine featuring Joan Sommers and Stas Venglevski

Jazz Artist Frank Petrilli: Upcoming Performances

The Accordion and 2014 Grammy Best Score Winner Alex Ebert

Clifton Chenier Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award at 2014 Grammys

Long Island Accordion Alliance features Paolo Belanich

Texas Folklife’s Big Squeeze Accordion Contest Looking for Top Talent

Victor Prieto Trio in New York City

17 year old John Orischa to Perform for the Michigan Accordion Society

Peter Soave Performs with Detroit Symphony Orchestra String Quartet

Angelo Di Pippo is Special Guest of the New Hampshire Accordion Association

The Biography of Joe Escalante—The Accordion Abuser

2014 Accordion New Year’s Resolutions

The A Word: Accordions Alive and Kickin’ A documentary (under 60 minutes)

New Opera by Dr. William Schimmel

Accordion Pops Orchestra Presents Tribute to Carmen Carrozza

Update on Gabe Hall-Rodrigues

Alicia Baker: 2014 and Beyond!

Cory Pesaturo

Dallas Vietty in 2014

Texas Folklife’s Big Squeeze Accordion Contest Expands Talent Search

San Francisco Accordion Club Features Rene Sevieri

Video: J P Jofre & Wendy Law Concert, New York – USA

Accordion Pops Orchestra Presents Christmas Concert

January Schedule for Rob Reich

Dick Contino Receives Honorary Membership Award from MAS

Free Postage, Super Value Christmas Gifts Books

Washington Metropolitan Accordion Society December Concert

Accordionist Lauren Brody in Theodore Bikel Tribute in NYC

Resurgence of the Accordion in Michigan

Attending Concerts May Be Hazardous to Your Health (and the Performance!)

Accordion Celebration | A Non-Traditional Concert on Dec. 1

AbsolutAccord in Concert in San Francisco

Sam Falcetti and Family Support the Arts at the University of Massachusetts

Guy Klucevsek in Concert at the University of Massachusetts

Roland’s Musician of the Month: Carmen Spada

Stas Venglevski and Misha Litvin Perform for Michigan Accordion Society

Actress Mary Steenburgen Finds a New Passion … for the Accordion!

Paddy Noonan to Perform for the Long Island Accordion Alliance

Los Tigres del Norte Performs for Immigration Reform – USA

Video: Historical Performance by Luigi Bruti, Los Angeles – USA

‘Play Your Accordion Without Pain’, New Chapter Released

Roland Announces 2013 US V-Accordion Festival Winner

Scientists Find Musicians Musicians ‘have sharper minds’ – Scotland

Join the spectacular Carnival of Venice in Las Vegas

Long Island Accordion Alliance features The Amazing Accordion Kings

The 5th annual The Big Squeeze

Marco Lo Russo Eclectic Accordion World Tour

Annual ‘Squeeze-In’ in Massachusetts

Håvard Svendsrud to appear with Accordion Pops

Breaking News: Sylvia Louise Prior, March 14, 1922 to August 9, 2013

Joe Cerrito performs in Jazz Quartet

Information About Internet Digital Banner Advertising

ATG Celebrates its 73rd Anniversary in Style

Michael Bridge Wins Calgary Grand Prize, Summer Concerts

Dominic Karcic and Ray Oreggia to Perform at the Italian-American Museum

“That’s a Plenty” arranged by Nick Ariondo

Music and Mobiles: Guy Klucevsek / Keith Lo Bue

6th Annual ACCORDIONS NOW! Festival: August 9-11 in New Hampshire

Joseph Macerollo to Receive the ‘Order of Canada’, Ottawa – Canada

Microtonal Accordionist Elias Lammam in Concert in August

John Torcello Appears in New Opera ‘Camelia La Tejana’

Passing of Auggie Arruda, Jr.

Western Senators: Saskatchewan’s Grammy Nominated Polka Band

Alicia Baker Wins First Place at 2013 Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration

Passing of Dr. Carmelo Pino

73rd ATG Festival July 17-21

AAA 75th Anniversary International Concert on August 15th NYC

AAA 75th Festival Carmen Carrozza Luncheon & Concert on Aug. 16th in NYC

AAA Master Class and Concert Series July 26-28 in NYC

World Accordion Orchestra VII, 2013 CIA Coupe Mondiale, Victoria, Canada

Accordionist Tom Fabinski Delights Audience in Frederick, Maryland

Nick Ariondo to Perform for Bastille Day in California

The Accordion is 3D, No Glasses Required

Sammy Thomas in Summer Concerts

Remember the New Instructions for Submitting a Video to the News

Celebrating the Accordion – Venetian Style in Las Vegas

Mary Tokarski In Concert in Historic Middletown, Maryland and on June 5 in Long Island, NY

Mary Tokarski to Premiere New Work by Dr. Karen Fremar

“ACCORDION SELECTIONS – from the Repertoire of Zevy Zions” – New Anthology Available

All Stars Concert in Canada Featuring Jelena Milojevic and BC Orchestra

Accordion Babes 2014 Calendar Deadline

Tony Dannon Recognized with Scholarship Fund and Statue

Lou Coppola: First Solo Concert Since 1957

Dr. Robert Young McMahan Premieres New Work for Accordion

Accordionist Jay Landers Onstage with Full Symphony Orchestra

Guy Klucevsek In Performances

Leavenworth International Accordion Festival: June 20-23

Willard Palmer, III, Donates His Fathers Harpsichord to A World of Accordions Museum

2013 ATG Guest Artist Martynas Levickis

Bruce Gassman Releases New CD “Classic Rock Accordion 2 Bruce – Volume II”

15 Year Old Einar Thokie Hovden to Perform at ACCORDIONS NOW!

Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration June 20-23, 2013

Dr. William Schimmel’s Spring and Summer Schedule

Beverly Roberts Curnow 2013 Honoree of AAMS

Mario Tacca and Mary Mancini Perform at the LIAA

Video: Nicola Benedetti: Por Una Cabeza, from Scent of a Woman, Accordion Angelo DiPippo

New England Music Festival April 5-7, 2013

Video: O’Flaherty Irish Music Retreat in Waxahachie – USA

Video: Mesa Accordion Event, Frank Petrilli and Antonino De Luca – USA

Kevin Friedrich Debuts World’s First Kauri Accordion – New Zealand

Mumford & Sons Wins Grammy for Album of the Year

World’s First Kauri Accordion arrives in New York

AAA Open Meeting on March 17 in Whippany, NJ

Renzo Ruggieri and Josif Purits in Concert on March 24th

ATG Competition and Festival July 17-21st 2013 in Lisle, Illinois

A Rare Glimpse behind the Scenes of ‘Evita’ with Eddie Monteiro

AAMS Honors Beverly Curnow Roberts on March 16

Cory Pesaturo Performs on David Letterman Show

2013 Mesa Accordion Event is a Huge Success

Gulf Coast Accordion JamFest

‘Play Your Accordion Without Pain’, New Chapter Released – USA

Video: Brave Combo with Dallas Wind Symphony, ‘Mollie B. Polka Party’ Taping – USA

Emilio Magnotta in Concert at the Long Island Accordion Alliance

Josif Purits in Concert at the SFAC

Bill Schimmel in Performances

Accordionist Yesenia Garcia

First USA Roland V Accordion Orchestra Scheduled for April Premier Performance

2013 Coupe Mondiale Rules and Regulations Online

Paul Belanich to Perform at the LIAA on Feb. 6

AAA Open Meeting on March 17 in Whippany, NJ

AAMS Honors Beverly Roberts Curnow/ Workshop Schedules

AAA Coupe Mondiale Qualifying Competitions on March 16

Accordion Orchestra Concert in Arizona on Feb. 17

Stas Venglevski and Misha Litvin Perform in Vero Beach, Florida

‘Play Your Accordion Without Pain’, New Chapter Released – USA

National Accordion Trade Show in Texas March 7-9

Dr.William Schimmel – Tradition and Innovation in Tandem

Rob Reich in February Performances

Amazing Accordion Kings visit the Long Island Accordion Alliance

Accordion-YellowPages.com Free Listing of Accordion Events – Cyberspace

Willard Palmer Legacy: February at the World of Accordions Museum

Mumford & Sons Nominated for 5 Grammy Awards

Hunter Hayes Receives Grammy Nominations

Skeets Langley is Inducted into the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame

3rd Accordion Cocktail Concert in Miami on January 6

The Amazing Accordion Kings in Concert in New York

Tutor Book Review: Jacques Mornet (non) Method For Buttons or Piano Keyboard, Volume 1 – France

Many Groups Featuring Accordionists Nominated for Grammy Awards

Dr. William Schimmel Winds Up a Busy Year

AAMS Honors Beverly Roberts Curnow in 2013

A Month of Accordion Celebrations in Maryland, DC and Virginia!

Video of National Heritage Fellow Marc Savoy

Cory Pesaturo in 2013

Mental Activity May Keep Older Brains Healthy

AAA Master Class and Concert Series July 26-28

‘Play Your Accordion Without Pain!’ by John Bonica

Joe Recchia Creates Video/Composition “Castelfidardo”

December with Chris Rybak, the Accordion Cowboy

Jane Christison’s CD Wins 2012 Tillywig Toy & Media Award

Westmont Philharmonia Accordion Orchestra in concert on December 1

First Accordion JamFest and Competition: A Success!

Joan Grauman performs at the National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC

Hear Nick Ariondo On ‘Life of Pi’ Movie Soundtrack

Holiday Happenings: The Washington Metropolitan Accordion Society (WMAS)

Cathie Travers, Siren of the Accordion

“Gangnam Style” Accordion Rap by Lenny Feldmann

Connecticut Accordion Association Holiday Concert on December 15th

The Great Morgani to Perform for the San Francisco Accordion Club

The Accordion Babes are Back

Dick Contino “Music Then and Now” on Nov. 18

Roland Int., Svetlana Ivanchenko Represents US This Weekend – Italy

Now Available, ‘Sterling Illusions’ by Karen Fremar, Kansas – USA

Victor Prieto in Concerts

David Lange in Pearl Django on November 18th, Seattle

New AAA Email Address

Cory Pesaturo performs on National Television ABC

Lou Coppola Trailblazes Again, George Mason University – Virginia

Who was Gerard Grisey?

November Accordion Events

Spokane Accordion Club “Squeezin and Pleezin” Newsletter

BREAKING NEWS: Passing of Vincent Cirelli

Harley Jones Awarded the Premio “Paolo Soprani” Prize, Spoleto – Italy

62nd Trophée Mondiale October 23-27 in Spokane, Washington

Emilio Magnotta in New Location

Orange County Accordion Festival on October 14

Jane Christison’s CD Submitted to Recording Academy

New Hampshire Accordion Association and Massachusetts Accordion Association Celebrate Oktoberfest

The Great American Polkafest in Reno, Nevada

Florida Smash November 9-11

Editor’s Note

Alexander Sevastian Premieres, Music Niagara International Festival – Canada

Vince Cirelli Interview

Dr. Robert Young McMahan in October Performances

Charlie Fontana to Perform at LIAA

Roland U.S. 2012 V-Accordion Festival Winners

Alex Chudolij to Perform for Massachusetts Accordion Association

Long Island Accordion Alliance Visits Village Lanterne

AAA Presents Valtaro Celebration Honoring the Magnanini Family

Smoky Mountain Accordion Fest

Florida Accordion SMASH in Orlando in November

Tony Dannon Tribute and Scholarship Festival on November 4th

17th Annual Sebastopol Cajun-Zydeco Festival in September

62nd Trophée Mondial in Spokane, Washington in October

Long Island Accordion Alliance: September 4th

Valuable Accordions Stolen from Ken Hopkins in Comber, Belfast – UK

22nd Annual Cotati Accordion Festival: August 18-19

The 2012 Seminars- A Great Success

Premiere of “Accordion Wrestling” at Lincoln Center in New York

Cory Pesaturo’s North American Appearances

5th Annual ACCORDIONS NOW!: An Outstanding Success

Passing of Ralph Stricker

Kimmo Pohjonen Presents USA Premiere of “Accordion Wrestling”

Visit the New England Accordion Museum

ACCORDIONS NOW! 2012 on August 17-18 in New Hampshire

Sesame Street and Zydeco – USA

Henry Doktorski to Perform in Kurt Weill Opera

Jullien Labro Performs with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra

Accordions and Fuel Efficiency, Hyundai TV Ad

The Mahones – Across the USA, 2012! Tour – USA

Gator Beat to Perform at Cotati Festival

72nd ATG Festival and Competition from July 25-29th

Victor Prieto in Summer Concerts

Dr. Marion Jacobson at the Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.

ACCORDIONS NOW! Festival August 17-18 in New Hampshire

New Composition, Tango for Two by Karén Khanagov – USA

Fisitalia Accordions Now Represented in the US Market!

Peter Soave Music Academy Offers Classes in Italy

Mick Jagger Group Features Accordion on Saturday Night TV Program – USA

Mary Tokarski Featured at Long Island Accordion Alliance

Fremar Foundation Presents “Music & Merlot” 2012

Long Island Accordion Alliance Presents Don Gerundo

Watch Frédéric Deschamps Teach Live Online!

Jorgen Sundeqvist and Lena Rist-Larsen: New CD and USA Concert Tour

Accordion Heroes 2012 – Rewound

“Fantasy for Accordion” A New Composition for Stas Venglevski

Accordionist is Featured by American Idol Contestant

Accordion Pops Orchestra in June Concert

Tor Stumo: Playing the Accordion is Cool!

Montreal International Jazz Festival: Richard Galliano’s main squeeze – Canada

SEVDAH SONGS by Merima Kljuco and Eva S. Prmack

Accordion Pops Orchestra Spring Concert

Famous Accordion Orchestra in Concert

18 Accordionists Invited to Record Hollywood Film Score

Joseph Soprani Performs at Philadelphia Art Exhibit

The Peter Soave Music Academy in Italy in July

2012 Texas Folklife Big Squeeze Accordion Competition Semi-Finals and Finals – USA

What Will You Do On World Accordion Day?

World Accordion Day is Almost Here! May 6th

AAA Workshops and Schedule Released – Baltimore

Cory Pesaturo and Boston Red Sox Players on New CD Celebrating 100 Years of Fenway Park

Broadcast of Frank Marocco Memorial Service

Alexander Sevastian, Julien Labro, Dwayne Dopsie To Perform in Illinois

Steve Albini and Tatiana Semichastnaya in Spring Performances

2012 MAMTG Virtuoso Champion is Albert Manginelli – Whippany, NJ

Chubby Carrier in San Diego Zydeco Blue and Crawfish Festival: May 11-13

New CD Released by Zev Zions

Pine Leaf Boys

Joe Soprani’s Future Concerts

Accordion Heroes Festival: June 20-23 in Virginia

Accordion Night School, Part 2

Accordionists and Teachers Guild, International (ATG) Competition in Honor of Frank Marocco

Cory Pesaturo in Concerts

Mario Pedone in Concerts

Stas Venglevski to Perform in Paris with Flute Orchestra

Sylvia Marie Barber (1938-2012), California – USA

Austin Troutt Plays the Accordion in College Play

Rocco Jerry Presents New Works for Accordion and Cello At MAMTG Festival

The Music of Eugene Ettore Performed by Rita Davidson is Released

AAMS and MAMTG Honor Daniel Desiderio on March 31st

Mario Tacca and Mary Mancini to Perform for LIAA

Mary Tokarski’s Concert Schedule

Frank Petrilli, Frank Marocco Protege, to Perform in Concerts

Kevin Friedrich to Perform at Dargaville Museum in NZ

Academy Award “Best Original Score” won by Accordionist!

AAMS Presents Accordion Concerts and Workshop Weekend

“The Big Squeeze” in Illinois on April 6th

Accordion Teachers Association of Massachusetts Honors Charter Members

Cory Pesaturo: Invited to be Guest Artist for the Irish Accordion Association and more!

Carmen Carrozza Scholarship Dinner on April 22

The Amazing Accordion Kings Perform on March 4th

American Accordionists’ Association 18th Master Class and Concert Series

Benjamin Ickies and Bill Schimmel in “Accordion Night School”

Anthony Galla-Rini: Legacies, Repetiteurs and Accordion Symphonies

Bill Schimmel in Concerts

Emilio Magnotta to Perform for LIAA

Stas Venglevski to Perform Sofia Gubaidulina Work in Chicago

10th Annual Carrozza Scholarship Dinner in April

Accordion Heroes Features Patricia Bartell

Peter Brice, Button Accordionist and Balladeer

Iosif Purits to Perform at ATG in July

Accordion Heroes Festival in June

Book Review: “The Beauty of Imperfection, The Dick Contino Story”

Guy Klucevsek: March Debut of The Hymnopedists

Accordion-Space4U.com Site Achieves Over 5,500 Individuals Monthly Traffic

Rita Davidson Leads Pleasantdale School International Festival with Accordion

2012 Accordion New Year’s Resolutions

AAA Presents 10th Carmen Carrozza Scholarship Fund Dinner

Gabe Hall-Rodrigues, Ocotrillo, and Frank Petrilli at SFAC

Zevy Zions in January Concerts

Rob Reich to Perform for the San Francisco Accordion Club

Memories of Merv Conn

Michael Bridge Performs at Accordion Plus Holiday Concert

Bruce Gassman Volunteers for Holiday Express

Dr. William Schimmel’s European Tour, A New CD, and 2012 Seminars

Joseph Soprani, Virtuoso Accordionist, Composer

NAA Celebrates 25 Years!

Accordion Christmas Gift Ideas for Friends and Family

Joseph Soprani to Perform at Neumann University

62nd Trophée Mondial 2012 in Spokane, Washington

Editor Rob Howard Releases New Book, “Vintage Accordions”

Free Coupe Mondiale 2011 Video Archive and Education Project

Mario Tacca and Mary Mancini in Christmas Concerts

Dr. Robert Young McMahan Premieres New Work for Accordion

Ludovic Beier Performs at Birdland in NYC

Accordionist Cory Pesaturo Featured at Columbus Day Parade – New York

Editor’s Note 01st November ,2011

Donna Maria Regis Has Successful Concert Tour

Mary Tokarski to Perform with Hamden Symphony Orchestra

New Accordion Concerto Premiere by Peter Soave

Florida Smash: November 11-13th ….Still Time to Sign Up!

iPad Sheet Music Stand for Strolling Accordionists

World Premiere for Accordion and Piano by Dr. Robert Young McMahan

Mark Stillman Receives 2011 NEAF Lifetime Achievement Award

Las Vegas International Accordion Convention Deadline: Oct. 26, 5 PM

Meet Max Simoncic: Composer of New Accordion Concerto

“Accordion Heroes” Concert on October 4th

Alicia Baker to Perform Concerto with OSU Symphony Orchestra

Vladimir Mollov Presents Concert at WMAS on October 16

3rd Annual O.C. Accordion Festival: Big Squeeze on Oct. 9

Sam Falcetti: Here Comes the Judge

2011 Southeast/Florida Accordion Association SMASH

WMAS Sponsors Successful Oktoberfest

Dr. William Schimmel: Busy in Late Summer and Fall

Rocco Jerry Performs in Concert

Falcetti Music Hosts Roland Event

V-Accordion Festival 2011 in Ontario, Canada on Sept. 8th

Las Vegas Accordion Convention, October 31st to November 3rd

New Movie ‘Higher Ground’ Features Accordionist, New York – USA

Cory Pesaturo Performance at MAAA on September 25 and Other Performances

Successful 1st Historic Wallace Accordion Festival, Idaho

Mary Tokarski Featured Soloist with Hamden Symphony

3rd Annual Big Squeeze in Costa Mesa, California

Mario Tacca and Mary Mancini at Peekskill Italian Festa, New York – USA‏

2011 Southeast/Florida Accordion Association SMASH Nov.11-13

Nick Ariondo Peforms in L A Opera’s ‘Brundibar’, Hollywood – USA

AAA Master Class and Concert Series-The Seminars-Was a Great Success

Westmont Philharmonia Accordion Orchestra Performs in Cape May, NJ

AAA Valtaro Celebration: September 10th

ACCORDIONS NOW! 2011….. A Newcomer’s Viewpoint

Benefit Concert Given by Gene Van Accordion Orchestra

21st Annual Cotati Festival: August 20-21st

15 year old Ignacio Morales Wins the Big Squeeze Contest

Peter Soave to Premiere New Accordion Concerto by Max Simoncic

Al Terzo, New Conductor of the Accordion Pops Orchestra

American Accordionists’ Association Website Updated

Registration is Still Open for ACCORDIONS NOW! 2011

The Lucarelli Accordion Family: Fabio & Fabio in Concert

Jessica Faltot to Premiere New Composition by Gene Van

Anita and Bob Siarkowski: A Couple of Accordions!

Dee Langley, Orkestar Bez Ime (OBI) group Wins McKnight Artist Fellowship – USA

Corey Pesaturo (USA) Wins Primus Ikaalinen 2011 – Finland

Dr. Robert McMahan Performed in May Concerts

38th Annual Kimberley International Old Time Accordion Championship

WMAS Sponsors Italian Night Dinner Dance – A Huge Success

Eddie Monteiro to Conduct and Perform at AAA Festival

Ocotrillo to Perform at AAA Festival in July

Joe Natoli’s Performances

Bruce Gassman to Perform at 2011 ATG Festival in Orlando, Florida

Dominic Karcic Documents Valtaro Musette History

AAA Festival: July 13-17 in Charleston

Frank Marocco Honored, Hollywood – USA

2011 ATG and Roland Festival July 27-31st in Orlando

Firefighters Save Concertinas from Blaze – USA

Fremar Foundation Presents ‘Music & Merlot’ Concert, Kansas City – USA

10 Year Old Accordionist On Cinco de Mayo Program

18th Annual Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration

Roland Remembers Benny Layton

American Accordionists’ Association Launches Youth Involvement Program

AAA Master Class and Concert Series, NYC July 29-31st

ACCORDIONS NOW! 2011 to Honor Tony Lovello

Bob LaBua – “Getting Back to the Accordion”

Accordionist Jane Christison: Children’s Entertainer

Hohner Squeezebox App for the Apple iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch – Virginia

Standing Ovations for Frank Marocco Concert, Klingenthal – Germany

Grayson Masefield to Present Concert in Spokane, Washington

Vivant!-“The Kansas City Sound” & Fremar Tour Wisconsin, U.S.A

AAA Presents 9th Annual Carmen Carrozza Scholarship Fund Event

Silvia Eberly, Washington, DC’s Austrian Gem

Jelena Milojevic, 2011 Leavenworth Performer and Judge

Daniel Desiderio Conducts Last APO Concert

Dr. William Schimmel Celebrates 35 Years with New York Philharmonic

Steve Albini to Present Workshops and Concerts in USA

49th NE Music Competition and Festival: A Great Success!

Emmanuel Gasser, Young Accordionist to Perform in Spokane, Washington

Daniel Desiderio Conducts Accordion Pops Orchestra in Last Concert

Music with Kevin Friedrich and Friends, Dargaville – New Zealand

Frédéric Deschamps and Grayson Masefield in Washington State

Stephen Dominko to Perform at 2011 ACCORDIONS NOW!

Cory Pesaturo to Perform at 2011 NAMM Show in California

AAA Carmen Carrozza Scholarship Event: A Great Success

2011 AAA Seminar in July

Stas Venglevski in January Concert in Wisconsin

2011 National Accordion Association Convention in Texas, March 10-12

Peter and Mady Soave in Concert at Michigan Accordion Society

Guy Klucevsek to Perform in NYC

Mary Tokarski: Honoree of American Accordion Musicological Society

Dr. William Schimmel Performs in Total Darkness

Connecticut Accordion Orchestra Provides Christmas Joy

Roland Debuts The FR-18 Diatonic V-Accordion – Italy/Japan

Dr. William Schimmel and Dr.Ulla Soukko at Lincoln Center

Daniel Desiderio Conducts Final Concert with Accordion Pops Orchestra

Vladimir Mollov Performs in Arizona

Jay Landers Brings Joy to All

Young Musicians Think Accordions Are Hip!!!

Interview with Karen Lee from Long Beach, CA

2011 New Year’s Resolutions for Accordionists

Happy Xmas from Editor Rita Davidson and Accordions Worldwide Staff

Have You Joined the Free USA Fan Club to Receive Latest Updates?

Milton Delugg, Accordionist, Is 92

Submit Your News Story Today!

Dr. William Schimmel in Kurt Weill’s Marie Galante

New Book! “The Giulietti Sound”

Victor Prieto performs with Yo-Yo-Ma

US Representatives Prominent at Coupe Mondiale – Scotland

World Premiere of New Composition by Leonard (Lenny) Stack

Valtaro Accordionist, Dominic Karcic, To Create New Documentary

Dr. William Schimmel Concert Schedule

Long Island Accordion Alliance Attracts “Sell Out” Crowd

61st Coupe Mondiale in Glasgow, Scotland

Accordionists and Teachers Guild, International (ATG) Presentation to Museo Internazionale della Fisarmonica di Castelfidardo, Italy

Peter Soave Presents USA Premiere of Bandoneon Concerto

Passing of Dr. Salvatore Febbraio, Mount Vernon

Mario Pedone Presents Concert in Texas

Florida Accordion Association 10th SMASH

Michael Bridge: Accomplished Young Accordionist

Gary Dahl’s Christmas Book for the Accordion, Missouri – USA

Aldo J. DeRossi: 1917-2010

Los Palominos- Grammy Award Winning Conjunto Group

The Fascinating Career of Joseph Soprani

Eddie Monteiro at Shanghai Jazz Club

Editor’s Note 01st November ,2010

Editor’s Note , 01st September ,2010

Joan C. Sommers Elected CIA Vice-President at 2010 Coupe Mondiale

The Darrows Present the 32nd Accordion Day

AAA Presents “A Valtaro Celebration” on September 11

Stas Venglevski & John Simkus Concert at Chicago Accordion Club

Flexible Orchestra features 7 Accordions with Guy Klucevsek

Dr.Robert McMahan to Perform at TCNJ Concert

9th Annual Polka Mass with Jay Landers

Long Island Accordion Alliance (LIAA)

The Amazing Accordion Kings in September 19th Performance in NY

Mary Tokarski To Perform at Wolf Trap on September 10 and 11th

AAA Archivist Putting Archives Online

Dr.Schimmel’s Fall Tour Schedule

Joe Natoli Releases New CD “Waltz for Ron”

New Long Island Accordion Club: September Meeting

Guy Klucevsek in September Performances at the NY Whitney Museum of American Art

Anthony Rolando to Perform at Las Vegas Accordion Convention in November

Washington, DC Area Accordionists in the News

Gelso Pellegrini, New York Valtaro Accordionist

Frank Busso, Jr. Performs with the US Air Force Strings

“Crimebuster – A Son’s Search for His Father”

Michael Schimmel’s 30th Birthday Art Gallery Exhibit

2010 Seminar – A Great Success

Editor’s Note 01st August,2010

Gao Yi Cheng, First Place Winner in Galla-Rini International Classical Accordion Competition

Gabe Hall-Rodrigues ….2010 United States Virtuoso Solo 1st Place Winner

Last Call to Register for ACCORDIONS NOW! 2010

Interview with Dr. Daniel Kott to be Aired on PBS Network

20th Anniversary of the Accordion as the Official Instrument of San Francisco

Roland V-Accordion Showcased At 2010 Rochester Jazz Festival

2010 AAA Festival: Fun, Fantastic, and Fabulous!

Manny Bobenrieth, Accordionist for U.S. Army Strolling Strings

Rob Reich to Teach and Perform at Django in June

John Baricevich “Accordionman of Sea Cliff, Long Island (NY)”

Tony Lovello …..Living Legend of the Accordion World

Premiere of AAA Commissioned Work by Roger Davidson at July AAA Festival

UMKC Community Accordion Celebrates 49th Year in Concert

Dr. Robert Young McMahan Performs Original Works at AAA Events

Accordion Pops Orchestra Performs to Benefit ALS Hope Foundation

Nancy Leonard performs in “Montgomery’s Got Talent”

AbsolutAccord to be featured at the ATG Festival in July

AAA Master Class and Concert Series in July

Vivant! Releases New Album

OBI Releases Their Fourth CD

A Petting Zoo at an Accordion Convention?

Editor’s Note 01st April, 2010

Dr. Schimmel is Soloist at the Washington Square Music Festival

Grayson Masefield Tour Dates and Concert Information

Meet Dr. Anthony “Tip” Ciotti, Navy Dentist and Virtuoso Accordionist

Carmen Carrozza Scholarship Fund Event on May 2nd in New York

Accordion Pops Orchestra to Present Concert in Philadelphia

Texas Folklife Crowns Keyun Dickson 2010 Big Squeeze-winner–First Zydeco Champion!

New Work by Karen Fremar Premiers on April 11th

NZ Accordionist, Lionel Reekie, to Perform at ATG Festival in July

Grayson Masefield in Concert on May 1st in Silver Spring, Maryland

Roland U.S. National V-Accordion Festival in September

Dr. William Schimmel, Coffee and Tango

Guy Klucevsek Presents Concert on Staten Island in June

Cynthia Cross – what happens when you don’t tell someone they can’t do something?

Dr. Schimmel Keeps Busy Schedule

Mid Atlantic Music Teachers Guild Presents Accordion Extravaganza 2010

Richard Galliano Performs at Lincoln Center

Art Van Damme Tribute Wall – Cyberspace

6th Annual ACCORDIONS NOW! Festival: August 9-11 in NH

Carmen Carrozza Scholarship Fund Event on May 2, in NY

A Concert & Workshop With Bruce Gassman in Virginia: WOW!

Presenting a new children’s book:“An Accordion! What Is That?”

UMKC Accordion Orchestra Presents Concert to Celebrate World Accordion Day

Frank Marocco Releases New CD, “Changes”

Mary Tokarski’s Concert Rescheduled to Saturday, February 20

The CAA Orchestra in Concerts Celebrating World Accordion Day

2010 Frank Marocco Accordion Event, Arizona

Celebrate World Accordion Day with Mary Tokarski

Texas Folklife’s 2010 “BIG SQUEEZE” Accordion Contest Semifinalists Announced

Lenny Feldmann in May Concert

Frank Busso, Jr. to Perform with the Air Force Strings

AAA Master Class and Concert Series

Grayson Masefield to Perform in Kansas City on April 18th

Dee Langley Teaches Music at College in Minneapolis

Dee Langley Performs with the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra

MAMTG Spring Festival and Competition:March 26-28

2010 ATG 70th Anniversary Celebration July 21-25, 2010

Lidia Kaminska to Perform “Rhapsody in Blue” with Orchestra

Grammy Nominees Announced, California

Piano Teachers Meet the Accordion in Kansas

BREAKING NEWS: Ron Lankford Passes Away – USA

Accordion USA News Starts Online USA Fan Club

2010 West Coast Accordion Babes Calendar is Available

Grayson Masefield’s U.S. Recital Tour Update

Mary Tokarski to Appear in Cabaret Show in NYC

Holiday Concerts in Virginia

Joseph Natoli Releases Vol 1 of His Adult Accordion Method

Composers Concordance: Schimmelfest, the Himmel’s Best

Harry Angelo Gay – accordionist

Stolen Accordion

Guy Klucevsek Presents February Performances

Texas Folklife’s 2010 “Big Squeeze” Accordion Contest “On The Road”

Jorge Ferreira, Portugese-American Accordionist and Singer

Cory Pesaturo Trio To Open For Guitarist John Pizzarelli

Xmas Gift Suggestions for Family and Friends

The Accordion is Now Taught in an Arizona Charter School

2010 ATG Festival Takes Place in San Francisco in July

Guy Klucevsek Performs with Fireworks Ensemble in NYC

Alicia Baker……….Represents the USA at the International V-Accordion Festival in Rome

Dr. William Schimmel’s Latest Accordion Activities

Guy Klucevsek will Perform at the 2009 International Accordion Festival

World Accordion Day Appeal by CIA President – Spain

Amy Jo Sawyer Performs For Silicon Valley Accordion Society

Mary Tokarski to be Featured with the Prince George’s Philharmonic

Henry Doktorski Performs with the Erie Philharmonic

Dee Langley to Perform with the Minnesota Orchestra

Pine Leaf Boys on Tour in January

Accordion Pool Party: A Unique Idea!

Dr.William Schimmel to Premiere New Work at Composers Concordance Concert

Cory Pesaturo, Alicia Baker, and Danielle Renzi to Perform at 2010 NAMM Convention

Properly Positioning Your Accordion

Bringing Joy and Peace through Music……Your Music!!!!!

Radio New Zealand Interviewed Betty Jo Simon

Lidia Kaminska: In Concert on December 8th in NYC

Cory Pesaturo in Concert in New Hampshire

Frank Busso, Jr. Performs on the Pentagon TV Channel in December

2009 International Roland V-Accordion Festival

A Magical Sunday Afternoon of ‘Virtual’ Accordion Music

Austin Kawa: KIOTAC Winner

Teaching & Technology (Married at Last)

Ludovic Beier Demonstrates Roland FR-7x Accordion in NJ

Meet Gabe Rodrigues…..Using the Accordion in Music Therapy

The Accordion Pops Orchestra Presents a Delightful Afternoon Concert

Limited Edition Sterling Silver Commemorative AAA Necklace is Available Now

Stas Venglevski and Misha Litvin in Concert on November 5

Patricia Bartell to Perform at the Kimberly International Oldtime Accordion Championships

Concert by Ludovic Beier in NJ on Nov. 8th

Accordionares Orchestra Presents Concert with a Symphony

Friedrich Lips and Stas Venglevski in Concert in Wisconsin

MECA Accordion Band Wins First Prize in Juneteenth Parade

Florida Accordion Association Annual Smash in November

Bill Cosby is Back! A Story of Caring, Kindness, Rekindling and Coincidence

Cory Pesaturo Plays First Post-Coupe Concert in New Hampshire

Grayson Masefield Concert in Spokane – USA

Rose City Accordion Club Silver Falls Camp 2009

AAA to Honor Faithe Deffner

Bernadette Conlon to Perform at the Milwaukee Accordion Club

ATG “Accordion Renaissance” Sunday Sightseeing August 13-16

USA Delegates Attend the 122nd General Assembly of Delegates in NZ

Accordions Now! 2009: Lots of Accordions, Music, & Fun

Frédéric Deschamps Seminar & Grayson Masefield Concert

Joe Soprani Arrangements – USA

15th Annual American Accordionists’ Association Master Class and Concert Series

Heriberto Rodriguez, Winner of Texas Folklife’s Big Squeeze Accordion Contest ’09

Contributions Needed for AAA Archives

15th Annual American Accordionists’ Association Master Class and Concert Series

Dr.Robert Young McMahan: Prolific Composer/Accordionist

Lidia Kaminska Performs with Placido Domingo

Joan Grauman: Accordionist, Artist, and Historian

Emilio Magnotta: Accordion Repair, Sales, and Performance

20th Annual Galla-Rini Accordion Camp: July 26-31

15th Annual American Accordionists’ Association Master Class and Concert Series

Abruzzi Earthquake Benefit Show is a Great Success!

Young Accordionists: New Champions!

John Moceo: Busy Young Accordionist!

WMAS Spring Concert on May 17th

Rob Howard Publishes “An A to Z of the Accordion & Related Instruments Volume 4″

Mario Pedone – In Concert In May

The UMKC Community Accordion Ensemble in Concert on May 31st

2009 AAA Competition and Festival in Memphis July 15 – 19

Accordion Renaissance In Minnesota Presented By The ATG

“How to Play Diatonic Button Accordion, Vol. 2 ” is Published

Dr. William Schimmel – A Busy Month

Lenny Feldmann in Concerts

CIA Announces May 6th as World Accordion Day: Sign Up Now!

Introducing the Accordion Brats: Example of Accordion Networking

Stas Venglevski in March Concerts at Artist Series of Sarasota

Guy Klucevsek Releases 20th Recording!

American Accordionists’ Association Master Class and Concert Series – Our 15th Year!

Mikko Louma in NYC Concert

USAF Strolling Strings CD’s Available

2009 NAA Convention, Texas – USA

Stas Venglevski and Misha Litvin – Concert, March 13, in Maryland

Roland Accordion: Vision Becomes Reality

Mary Tokarski Introduces New CD in a Free Concert

Texas Folklife’s 2009 “Big Squeeze” Accordion Contest

Juha Silfverberg Features at Charlemagne’s in Weston, MO

Joe Soprani In-House Accordionist on the Don Giovanni Radio Show

AAA Presents 7th Annual Carmen Carrozza Scholarship Fund Event

Grammy Award Winners, Los Angeles – USA

Frank J. Busso Jr. Performs on Inauguration Day

Online Radio Station Features Zydeco Music!!

Editor’s Note: Online is YOUR Line to Communication!!

Petition for a New Cabinet Position: Secretary of the Arts and Culture

2009 AAMS Guest Artists: Dee Langley and Dr.Robert McMahon

Passing of Tom Bruno:Change of viewing times and funeral date

NAMM Show Features New Roland Accordion

2009 Frank Marocco Accordion Event a Big Success!

Dominic Karcic: Valtaro Musette Specialist

Triumphant Frank Marocco, John Simkus and Stas Venglevski Concerts in Russia

Gene Pritsker: Versatile and Prolific Composer/Musician

Composer Spotlight: Gorka Hermosa presents Meditatio – World Premiere by Grayson Masefield – Spain, USA

Historic Accordion Catalog of Galla-Rini Music Released Online

World Accordion Day in Superior, Wisconsin

Accordionist Mario Tacca and Mary Mancini Celebrate “Music from the Heart” at Rini’s

Litvakus in Concert at Queens Public Library.

Korg Fisa Suprema – A new digital accordion star is born! First Concert Video

Kevin Friedrich Playing With 5,281 Accordionists

Happy Holidays! An Afternoon of Music with Kevin Friedrich & Friends – New Zealand

2025 AAA Festival Save-the-Date

Accordion Pops Orchestra Performs In NJ on August 16

March 2026 National Accordion Association Convention and Conference, Forney, Texas

2026 AAA 88th Festival is Scheduled for August 13-16 in Pennsylvania

Innovative Accordion Music Productions Presents Cory Pesaturo and Leah Zeger in Concert

AAA Festival July 10 – 13 in Conshohocken, PA

2025 Milwaukee Irish Fest – USA

Late News: ‘Dreams Fulfilled Through Music’ Celebrates 20 Years Concert – TX

Exciting news about the upcoming 2025 AAA Festival in Conshohocken, PA

Is the Alex Meixner Band Heading Your Way?

NAA Festival: Save the Date March 19-21, 2026

Maria Telesheva in Performances

What Are You Doing For May 6th World Accordion Day?

ATG Guest Artist Peter Soave With String Quintet

84th Accordionists & Teachers Guild International 2026 Festival – USA

ATG Announces Guest Artists for 2025 Festival July 16 – 20 in Illinois

Natalie Tenenbaum and Cory Pesaturo in Concert

The 2025 AAA Festival will feature a World Premiere – USA

Korg Fisa Suprema Arrival, First Concert Video

Report: Grand Opening of expanded Kevin Friedrich Accordion Gems exhibition, Dargaville Museum, New Zealand

New Video: Elijah Clements Untimely Passing, December 24, 2024

Last Call, 2025 NAA National Accordion Convention, Lewisville Texas, March 13-15

March 2025 Northern California Performance: Félicien Brut

The Virtual 2025 Accordion Seminars August 1 – 3, 2025.

Dr. William Schimmel Presents New Composition

Elena Fainshtein Performs with Wind Ensemble

20th Anniversary Afternoon of Music with Kevin Friedrich and Friends

FISA at the NAMM Show 2025: A Grand Showcase of Innovation and Sound

Change in ATG Festival Friday Night Concert Lineup

Houston Accordion Orchestra Camp.. A Great Success

Dee Langley Presents “The Masked Accordions”

Do You Remember Your First Accordion Lesson?

Check Accordion Trio 2025 Tour to Brazil

The Alex Meixner Band is Hitting the Road!

Broadway’s Shaina Taub Plays Accordion in Her Musical “Suffs”

Accordion Pops Orchestra Presented 55th Anniversary Concert

Tamás Kéméndi Makes U.S. Debut in California

Stas Venglevski Presents Virtuoso Concert at Carnegie Hall

Accordionist and composer Alejandro Brittes is currently on his third U.S. tour.

Kevin Friedrich Events a Sell Out in New Zealand

Latest Expanded Article About AAA Commissioned Works

Houston Accordion Orchestra with Stas Venglevski

Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration June 26 – 29, 2025

Eugene Ettore Birthday: Remembering a Musical Giant

UMKC Community Accordion Ensemble in Concert – MO

Video: Alejandro Brittes – 21 Concert Series in United States

Anthony Schulz is Featured Performer at Qathet Accordion Fest

Will Holshouser and Rob Curto Perform for Starry Nights at New York Botanical Garden

How The Accordion Became Virtuoso Bill Schimmel’s Main Squeeze

Joan Cochran Sommers and Dr. Michael Bridge present workshop “Building Community Through Music

Will Holshouser Releases New CD Album “The Lone Wild Bird”

Mary Mancini & Mario Tacca in Holiday Concerts

Houston Accordion Orchestra Celebrates 10th Anniversary in 2026

Accordion Pops Orchestra Celebrates 55th Anniversary

Scythian: String Break Cruise 2026 – Belize, Cozumel and Costa Maya, Mexico

Stas Venglevski to Perform at Carnegie Hall on February 20

Central Florida Accordion Club Presents AccordionFest 2025 on February 8

Dr. Schimmel’s 2025 Accordion Seminars – A Great Success!!

20th Anniversary Afternoon of Music with Kevin Friedrich and Friends in New Zealand

ATG Festival Orchestra Rehearsal, Workshop, Concert

1939: Accordion History is Made at Carnegie Hall!

Washington Metropolitan Accordion Society (WMAS) Celebrates 22nd Anniversary with Guest Artist “Papa Joe” De Clemente

Litvakus in Performance on December 10 in NYC

Michael Bridge with Ladom Ensemble – “Gole Pamchal” – Springtime Primrose

Felipe Hostins in “A Summer Celebration through Music with Forrópera”

Ludovic Beier with The Django Festival Allstars

Scythian’s 2025 Halfway Home Tour

Stas Venglevski in Concert on September 4

Chicagoland Accordion Academy Presents Amy Jo Sawyer and Stas Venglevski Compositions

The Klezmatics and Friends in Sony Hall, NYC January 8, 2025

Hanzhi Wang Performs at Baruch Performing Arts Center on May 19

Rachel Bell in Eloise & Co. Release New CD

AAA 87th Festival 2025….. A Big Success – USA

83rd ATG Festival & Competition 2025

Accordionist Théo Ould Debuts on December 10

Ksenija Sidorova Performs at Carnegie Hall Nov. 5

Hanzhi Wang and Ivan Filipchyk Perform in NYC on November 2

Rob Curto ’s 2025 Programs

Michael Bridge wins the Virginia Parker Prize

UMKC Community Accordion Ensemble, Directed by Joan Cochran Sommers, Perform at 2025 ATG Festival

Day of the Accordion February 21 – 23

“Cherish the Ladies” 40th Anniversary Tour

Taras Luka Trio to Perform on December 22

Radu Ratoi to Perform at ATG July 2025

Dr. William Schimmel at Bruno Walter Auditorium, a Great Success!

WMAS Presented Bandoneon Virtuoso Emmanuel Trifilio

Joe Soprani Shares “My Thanksgiving Story”

Stas Venglevski Returns to Maryland to Present Concerts in October

Accordionists and Teachers Guild, International 2025 Festival – USA

Accordionist Mario Tacca and Mary Mancini Celebrate Italian Heritage Month at Rini’s

New England Digital Accordion Orchestra Invited To Return to Chatham’s First Night

2025 Flogging Molly “Road to Rebellion” Tour

Maria Telesheva’s Music Career Receives Huge Boost

Jazz Accordionist Ben Rosenblum on 2025 Tour

Hanzhi Wang Performs at the Met in NYC

Dr. William Schimmel to Present: Improving on Berlioz at Lincoln Center

Alex Meixner in December Programs

Update on Frank Petrilli

2025 Albuquerque Accordion Extravaganza and Band Camp Invitation May 14 – 17

A Bellows Pleated World – Full of Ins and Outs

Lori Beth Brooke’s Recognition at NAA as Happy Music Ambassador

Qathet’s Fourth Accordion Fest May 2-3, 2025

Dan Newton 2025 Performances

“Bellows & Bow” Concerts with Cory Pesaturo and Leah Zeger

Hanzhi Wang: Debut Concert at the Met, NYC

Stas Venglevski’s Successful September Concert Tour in Japan

“Squeeze in the Holidays” with Connecticut Accordion Orchestra

Seattle Accordion Social on December 7

2025 Albuquerque Accordion Extravaganza and Band Camp Invitation

Countdown 200! Introducing two centuries of accordion family instruments!

The Klezmatics and Friends in Sony Hall, NYC January 8, 2025

Creosote: Jamie Maschler and Gabe Hall-Rodrigues December Schedule

4th Annual Qathet Accordion Fest on May 2

Dr. William Schimmel: What’s Tango About the Classics?

Announcing qathet Accordion Festival May 2-3, 2025

Mike Middleton New Site

The Connecticut Accordion Association in Concerts at The Mattatuck Museum

Le Duo N’imPorte Quoi to Perform at NYC Chelsea Music Festival

Mary Ann Covone and Johanna Beth Sennett Perform Original Compositions by Gorka Hermosa and Karen Fremar

ATG 2025 Festival Presents Guest Artist Peter Soave

Connecticut Accordion Orchestra in Concert on October 18

Dee Langley in Recent Performances

Accordionist Stas Venglevski and His Loyal Maryland Audiences

Bach’s Birthday at BART

Mario Tacca and Mary Mancini Perform in AAA Fundraising Event on May 4 in New Jersey

LaPompe with Alicia Jo Straka

December Accordion Events in the USA

Accordion Pops Orchestra Performs on November 23 in New Jersey

Ben Rosenblum Presents Shows in USA

Greg Klugiewicz Performs in Oktoberfest Concert

Adrian Jost Performs for San Francisco Accordion Club on January 26

Ksenija Sidorova Performs With the Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Successful Accordion Youth Ensemble 2024 Japan Trip

Rob Reich Performs with Circus Bella “Kaleidoscope” December 13- January 5

Squeezebox 18 of P.S. 203, Queens, New York Concerts

Dr.William Schimmel Performs at Radio City Music Hall

Seattle Accordion Social on May 4

Grand Rapids Accordion Ensemble Performs on September 11

Andre Thierry’s Fall Tours

Radu Rățoi in Concert on February 22

Those Darn Accordions (TDA) in October Performances

Vladimir Mollov Performs With Itzhak Perlman and Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra

Seattle Accordion Social on February 2

Vancouver Accordion Events and Squeezebox Circle

Will Holshouser Trio in Brooklyn

Will Holshouser Trio in Performances

Luigi Bruti Showcases the New Korg Fisa Suprema

Elena Fainshtein: Concerts Benefit Fainshtein Memorial Accordion Fund

Mary Ann Covone Performs in Two November Benefit Concerts

Will Holshouser and the Solomon Diaries in Performance

Symbio: Hurdy-Gurdy & Accordion Duo in Concert

Ben Rosenblum in New York City Performances

Young Orchestral Students Perform with Accordion Orchestra

2025 National Accordion (NAA) Convention, March 13-15, 2025 in Texas

Guy Klucevsek and Volker Goetze in Album Show Release “Little Big Top”

Accordionist Ben Batchelder Performs at Bryant Park, NYC

Accordion Pops Orchestra in Concert on November 24

Part 2: AAA 87th Festival 2025….. A Big Success

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