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Thank You To Our Readersby Holda Paoletti-Kampl |
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New Book “THE ACCORDION IN THE 19TH CENTURY” by Gorka Hermosa Sanchez - Spainby Diatonic News |
“THE ACCORDION IN THE 19TH CENTURY" Gorka Hermosa says: This book is a study and analisys of the origin of the keyboard free reed instruments and their organologic and musical development in the 19th century. In the book, we present some new ideas about the history of these instruments and we broke some of the most widespreaded ideas about this subject written in the most important books about the history of the accordion: : In chapter I, we will analyze the antecedents of the accordion and will vindicate that the first known predecessor of the free reed instruments is not the tcheng. In chapter II, we will analyze the organologic evolution of the accordion and will question that it was invented by Demian in 1829. In chapter III we will describe the evolution of the accordion in the 19th c. music and will try to argue that current convertor accordions have more similarities to the concertina or the harmonium than to the diatonic accordions from the 19th c. Finally, in annexes I and II, we will present a list of Romantic works written for concertina and harmonium by the greatest composers of the 19th century that have been rarely played in the last century and that we try to rescue with the publication of this book. The book hasn`t been though to be sold, but to be downloaded by free to try to widespread as much as possible the ideas that it contains. Although, if someone would like to have it in paper, can write me a private message and I will tell what to do to have it. It is available for FREE DOWNLOAD AT: http://gorkahermosa.com/web/img/publicaciones/Hermosa%20-%20The%20accordion%20in%20the%2019th.%20century.pdf Events and Presentation of the Book: - 07/03/2013: Presentation of the book “The accordion in the 19th. century”. www.deschampschannel.com - 09/03/2013: “Accordion solo” (compositions by Gorka Hermosa). Loznica (Croatia) - 09/03/2013: Jury member of “Loznica Accordion Festival”. Loznica (Croatia). - 09/03/2013: Presentation of the book “The accordion in the 19th. century”. Loznica (Croatia). - 12/03/2013: “Accordion solo” (compositions by Gorka Hermosa). Belgrade (Serbia), Kulturni Centar GRAD. - 13/03/2013: Concert-presentation of the short film "Oda a la fábrica abandonada”. Bilbao (Spain), Kafe Antzokia. - 16/03/2013: “Flamenco Etxea duo”. Getafe (Madrid, Spain), Fender Club. - 20/03/2013: Jury member of “Festival-Montrond Jeunes-talents”. Montrond-les-bains (France). - 22/03/2013: Jury member of the examinations of the “Laussane University”. Laussane (Switzerland). - 25/03/2013: Presentation of the book "The accordion in the 19th. century”. Santander (Spain), Espacio Kattigara. - 19/04/2013: “Flamenco Etxea quintet”. Donostia (Spain), Lugaritz. |
World’s First Kauri Accordion produced in Finlandby Kevin Friedrich |
As part of an International venture between New Zealand and Finland, a local craftsman in Finland has constructed the world's first accordions made from the prized native New Zealand 'Kauri' tree. The dream of Kevin Friedrich, born in Dargaville, New Zealand (near where the giant Kauri trees grow), and a regular visitor to Ikaalinen, Finland, the home to a rare accordion making school, where trainees are taught the art of constructing accordions in the traditional Finnish folk style, this project combines the rich and rare tradition of Finland's accordion making culture with the stunning timber of the New Zealand Kauri tree. Under the hands of master Finnish craftsman Aaro Luukinen, the dream of a Kauri instrument has now become a reality. Three magnificent instruments K1, K2 and K3, all to be officially named at a later date, have been crafted. The first of the instruments K1, will be housed at the Dargaville Museum, which already features extensive displays on the history of the Kauri trade in the Dargaville area. This instrument crafted from Kauri timber from Dargaville, will be used for performances in the region to showcase this unique and beautiful instrument, the world's first made from the Kauri timber. K2 will be housed in Ikaalinen, Finland and will be the showcase instrument of the craftsman and accordion making facility, while K3 will become my personal instrument for Kevin to keep in New York and will be used for personal performances. Each instrument while similar in design, is slightly unique, and profile the individual finishing touches of Aaro's design. In addition, each instrument has a unique grill pattern designed by Aaro’s wife, Henriikka. The three patterns which were later hand carved by Aaro are titled ‘Birth’, ‘Growth’ and ‘Departure’. The instruments were completed and officially unveiled on 30 January 2013 in Ikaalinen, Finland at an International Press Conference, with the debut performance scheduled for March 24th, 2013 in Dargaville, New Zealand at the 6th Annual Afternoon of Music with myself and my fellow musicians. Aaro Luukinen was born in Lapland in Northern Finland. His father Matti Luukinen had an accordion workshop and a small factory in the village Salla. The workshop specialised in diatonic accordions and was the only accordion manufacturer in Finland since the Kouvola factory stopped in 1995. Matti Luukinen worked for more than 30 years building accordions. Aaro grew up in this atmosphere of accordion building and got a lot of knowledge from his father. Both parents were professional with Aaro's mother making more than 500 sets of accordion bellows by herself. Aaro studied accordion building at the Ikaalinen Arts and Crafts School and graduated as an Artisan in 2003. He worked in his father's factory in 2006-2008 and since then, he has operated his own accordion workshop and now serves as a teacher of accordion making at the Ikaalinen College of Crafts and Design. For more information and pictures of the crafting process, please visit: www.accordions.com/kevin/n_kauriaccordion.htm Picture of Instruments: K1, K3 and K2 (Birth, Departure and Growth) at the Press Conference and Presentation Ceremony 30 January 2013 - Ikaalinen, Finland Picture of Group: Kauri Accordion Team: Kimmo Mattila (Project Manager in Finland), Kevin Friedrich, Aaro Luukinen (Artisian and teacher at IKATA), the late Jarmo Salin (Teacher of the IKATA Department of Design), Joni Liukkonen (Director of Ikaalinen College of Crafts and Design - IKATA) and Tapio Nysten (Head teacher of the IKATA accordion department) |
HARMONIKA-WM - Anmeldeschluss nicht versäumen! - Austriaby Werner Weibert |
!!! ANMELDESCHLUSS 12. APRIL 2013 !!! Online translation! |
World of the Accordion/Talent Show x KIDS - Castelfidardo/Italyby Diatonic News |
A new and for sure amusing talent show for kids will be staged in Castelfidardo during the first year accordion compeition for all reed instruments held from the 29th of June until the 7th of July 2013. The Talent show for kids will take place on the 6th of July - so all kids - attention - mark this date!!! 06-07-2013!!! For further information: http://www.the-world-of-accordion.net/ |
"Airs d'Accordeons Valenciennois" change nom... - Franceby Diatonic News |
à "les Belles Bretelles" |
Video: 'The Band Courtbouillon' - Exclusive Interview with Grammy Nomineesby Harley Jones |
Published on Feb 2, 2013. Grammy nominated musicians, Wayne Toups, Steve Riley and Wilson Savoy discuss the success of "The Band Courtbouillon" and staying true to their Cajun roots. *Ashley Gilmer produced and edited this video for the Daily Advertiser in Lafayette, LA. |
Harmonika Gigant bei Fasnacht in Nassereith/Tirol - Österreichby Diatonic News |
Im Februar fand das traditionelle Schellerlaufen in Nassereith statt. Etwa 6000-7000 Besucher machten sich trotz nicht allzu schönem Wetter auf den Weg dorthin um diesen alten Brauch miterleben zu dürfen. Zirka 450 Männer und Burschen haben daran teilgenommen. Frauen und Mädchen dürfen daran nicht teilnehmen. Hauptfigur ist der Bär und der Bärentreiber. Beim Kampf bezwingt der Bär, er verkörpert den Frühling, den Bärentreiber, er verkörpert den Winter. Neben Kehrer, Roller, Scheller, Sackner und Spritzer wurden auch 6 Fasnachtwägen gebaut. Einer davon verkörperte heuer die steirische Harmonika. Diese ist von der Fasnacht nicht wegzudenken. Wenn Sie mehr Fotos von diesem Event sehen wollen - dann: http://www.fasnacht-nassereith.at/nachrichten-leser/items/impressionen-schellerlaufen-2013.html |
Francisco el Hombre Festival - Columbiaby Diatonic News |
22-24 Marzo 2013 El Festival Francisco el Hombre es un proyecto cultural con el cual se institucionaliza un reconocimiento anual a la música vallenata contemporánea, a través de quienes se destaquen como sus mejores intérpretes. El Festival promoverá y exaltará la calidad artística del vallenato actual expresado en sus distintas variantes, a saber: tradicional, nueva ola, romántico o moderno. OBJETIVOS DEL FESTIVAL •Promover la calidad artística de la música vallenata. •Premiar el esfuerzo de quienes se destaquen durante el año como sus mejores interpretes. •Promover el surgimiento de nuevos talentos. •Promover el desarrollo cultural y turístico del Departamento de La Guajira. •Promocionar a Riohacha como ciudad que impulsa y apoya la música vallenata. •Contribuir a la generación de empleos e ingresos. Francisco el Hombre is a legendary figure, said to have originated the musical genre of Vallenato in Colombia. His story is very unclear and has been told by word of mouth from generation to generation. [edit] The Story His full name is Francisco Antonio Moscote. Francisco El Hombre is rumored to have gone around town to town in Colombia spreading news through the art of song. Not only did he sing the news, but he did it to the rhythm of an accordion that he always played whilst singing. This is how the genre of Vallenato in Colombia came to be. The exact era of his appearances is not known but it is rumored to have started around the late 1870s and early 1880s. Another Myth There is also a myth in Colombia where he was involved in a musical contest with Satan "El Diablo" and beat him with the rhythm of accordion and his voice. This is how he received the nickname "El Hombre" (The Man), which is how most Colombians know him - Francisco El Hombre. This myth also shows Colombia's strong Christian roots that have been integrated into everyday culture. Information: http://www.festivalfranciscoelhombre.com/web/ |
The Big Squeeze 2013 - Texas/USAby Harley Jones |
Two videos above, of highlights from the 2011 Semifinals. "The Big Squeeze" is Texas Folklife's sixth annual statewide contest for young accordion players. The contestants, ages 21 and under, receive prizes as well as performance opportunities, mentoring and special recognition through their participation in the contest. Texas Folklife conducts live auditions, master classes and mini-performances around the state as part of this program. Live auditions will be held in: Edinburg: Saturday, March 2 University of Texas Pan American, Student Union Corpus Christi: Sunday, March 3 Hacienda Records & Recording Studio San Antonio: Friday, March 8 Gallista Gallery sponsored by Conjunto Heritage Taller Tomball: March 23rd Tomball German Heritage Festival, Bluegrass Stage Dallas: Sunday, March 24th Latino Cultural Center sponsored by the City of Dallas Office of Cultural Affairs Los Fresnos: Saturday, March 30 Los Fresnos High School Further Information: http://www.texasfolklife.org Email: cballi@texasfolklife.org |
14th Vienna International Accordion Festival - Austriaby Harley Jones |
14th Vienna International Accordion Festival runs from 23 February to the 24th March 2013. The program of the event is available for download at: 2013Wien The packed program includes international and home-grown artists alike - and on 14 different stages, from jazz club Porgy & Bess to the Filmcasino. Mostly double concerts, which present two accordion bands in a single evening, are on the calendar from 23 February to 24 March. Around 40 concerts reflect the full stylistic range of the accordion between tradition and lots of innovation. International performers include: Norwegian Guro von Germeten with her Schwindelfrei Orchestra, Kimmo Pohjonen, Lars Karlsson with Øivind Farmen, Motion Trio, Denis Colin Trio, world music giant Bratsch from France, Blowzabella from the UK and Melingo from Argentina. The Austrian accordion scene is represented by the young talent Paul Schuberth, Maria Theres Stickler, Christian Bakanic and Walther Stojka. Well known hereabouts are Willi Resetarits & Stubenblues, the Vienna Tschuschenkapelle, Dobrek Bistro and, of course, the Austrian perennial accordion star Otto Lechner, who conducts the Zieharmonisches Orchestra at the opening gala. Also recommended are the silent movie matinee with live accordion accompaniment in the Filmcasino and the children's program Magic Afternoon. |
Alpengrandprix - EUROPEby Diatonic News |
Der Alpen Grand Prix ist ein Musikwettbewerb der „Schlager“ und „Volksmusik“ der seit 1993 jährlich in Südtirol stattfindet. Bis 1996 nahmen ausschließlich nur Interpreten aus Südtirol teil. Seit 1997 ist der Alpen Grand Prix International und Teilnehmer aus Deutschland, Österreich, Schweiz, Italien, Slowenien, Kroatien, Frankreich, Niederlande, Polen, Ungarn und USA haben daran bereits teilgenommen. Die Gesangssprache ist Deutsch. Der Alpen Grand Prix ein Internationaler Musikwettbewerb für Interpreten, Komponisten, Texter, Produzenten und Verlage. In den letzten Jahren gab es beim Alpen Grand Prix getrennte Wertungen für die Bereiche Schlager und Volksmusik. Der Alpen Grand Prix zählt zu einem der bedeutendsten Musikwettbewerb in der Sparte Schlager und Volksmusik. Dass dieser Internationale Musikwettbewerb an Beliebtheit und Wichtigkeit immer mehr zunimmt, bestätigen die vielen Bewerbungen von bekannten Komponisten, Textern und Produzenten. Freude an der Musik und der Wunsch jungen und neuen Künstlern ein Forum zu schaffen, waren die Auslöser dieses allseits beliebten Internationalen Musikwettbewerbs, aus dem schon viele erfolgreiche Interpreten hervorgegangen sind. Merken Sie sich die obigen Termin vor....f. weitere Information: http://www.alpengrandprix.it |
Musikmesse 2013 Frankfurt - Germanyby Diatonic News |
Be there from April 10 to 13, 2013 when the doors open for Musikmesse 2013 – spirit of music! The international fair for musical instruments, sheet music, music production and music business connections. The Musikmesse is the world's leading trade fair for the world of music. There, you will find a complete range of products with everything required for making music, not to mention innumerable workshops, concerts, demonstrations and discussion events. Further information during our next news edtion/April or http://musik.messefrankfurt.com |
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Louisiana Swamp Stomp Festival - USAby Diatonic News |
5 th Annual Swamp Pop / Cajun / Creole / Zydeco Cultural Extravaganza at Nicholls State University -- March 22 - 24, 2013 The Louisiana Swamp Stomp Festival at Nicholls State University spotlights local and regional bands; features a variety of south Louisiana foods; offers several presentations on the history, culture, and economic development of the region; and showcases artisans demonstrating their crafts and selling handmade items. The festival also features the annual Bayou French Education Program, or “Tresors du Bayou,” a popular attraction for thousands of primary and secondary school students from southeast Louisiana. Bands for Swamp Stomp 2013 Friday, March 22, 2013: 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Free Zydeco Dance Lessons with Zydeco/Cajun Dance Productions 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Treater Band 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Don Rich 8:30 p.m. to10:30 p.m. Horace Trahan and the Ossun Express Saturday, March 23, 2013: 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Free Zydeco Dance Lessons with Zydeco/Cajun Dance Productions 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Waylon Thibodeaux 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Chubby Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Band 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Steve Riley & The Mamou Playboys 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Junior LaCrosse 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Bruce Daigrepont Cajun Band 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Foret Tradition Sunday, March 24, 2013: 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Free Zydeco Dance Lessons with Zydeco/Cajun Dance Productions 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cameron Dupuy and The Cajun Troubadours 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Ryan Brunet and the Malfecteurs 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Lafayette Rhythm Devils 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Geno Delafose & French Rockin’ Boogie Nicholls State University, 906 East 1st St. Thibodaux 70301 +1 985-448-4965 E-mail swamp.stomp@nicholls.edu Web http://www.nicholls.edu/swamp_stomp/ |
Konzertina Kurs Bayreuth/Oberfranken - Germanyby Diatonic News |
Samstag 02.03.13 in Bayreuth, Oberfranken Konzertina – spielen und lernen. Frühjahrskurs in Bayreuth Büro der Beratungsstelle für Volksmusik in Franken Leitung: Theo Knopf Mitveranstalter: Bezirk Oberfranken Eingeladen sind alle, die das Spiel auf der Konzertina erlernen oder weiter vertiefen möchten. Theo Knopf, ein erfahrener Konzertinamusikant und Kenner dieses Instruments, betreut jeden Teilnehmer individuell. Leihinstrumente können zur Verfügung gestellt werden. Die Uhrzeit wird in persönlicher Absprache vereinbart. Um Anmeldung bei Theo Knopf wird gebeten, Tel. 0921 42271 Alle Termine auf einen Blick: 02.03., 16.03., 30.03., Theo Knopf wurde am 1. Februar 1935 geboren und ist heute in Bayreuth wohnhaft. Die Konzertina zu spielen, lernte er bereits mit acht Jahren, angeregt durch seinen Vater, der auch schon das Instrument nach Ziffernschrift beherrschte. Erst viel später, als Theo Knopf bereits 47 Jahre alt war, nahm er in Pegnitz bei Fritz Pastyrik Unterricht, um nach dessen Lehrkonzept nun auch nach regulärer Notenschrift spielen zu lernen. Knopf spielt heute teilweise nach Ziffernnotation, teilweise nach Noten oder einfach nach Gehör und auswendig. In seinem Repertoire führt er über 80 verschiedene Tänze, ältere Schlager und Spielstücke von Andreas Hader, wie etwa der Ostergalopp "Ds Madla von dr Gmaa". Theo Knopf komponiert auch eigene Stücke, wie etwa die bekannt gewordene Degelmann-Polka oder diverse Ländler und Walzer. Er bevorzugt unter seinen Instrumenten die vierchörige Haustein-Konzertina (in Es) sowie eine vierchörige Birnstock-Konzertina (in C) mit Tonabnehmer, da er ab und zu auch im Freien aufspielt. Er musiziert zur eigenen Unterhaltung oder zur Unterhaltung im Freundeskreis, im Wirtshaus, bei Tanzveranstaltungen und bei privaten Festen. Für die Beratungsstelle für Volksmusik des Bayerischen Landesvereins für Heimatpflege organisiert er zusammen mit dem Bezirk Oberfranken Konzertina-Lehrgänge Information: http://www.heimat-bayern.info/index.php/zeige/index/id/81/seite_id/3708 |
Stage: La musica di Yann Tiersen con Gianni Ventola Danese - Italiaby Diatonic News |
Amelia 23 marzo 2013 La musica di Yann Tiersen La Valse d'Amelie, chi non la conosce e, soprattutto, chi non la suona o ha provato a suonarla con l'organetto? Ma l'immaginario musicale del grande compositore francese non si esaurisce nel brano che gli ha dato la notorietà. Molti altri, e forse più belli, sono i brani scritti dal musicista francese nei quali la fisarmonica ricopre un ruolo principe. Sur le fil, La Noyée, Le Moulin, La Valse des monstres, J'y suis Jamais allé, La valse de vieux os. Sono solo alcuni tra i tanti titoli del repertorio per organetto di Yann Tiersen. Esploreremo insieme un universo musicale raffinato, suggestivo, ricco di emozioni, che si sposa perfettamente con le sonorità dell’organetto. http://www.organetto.info/stage_anno.htm#mar |
Echuca and Moma Celtic Festival/Melbourne - Australiaby Diatonic News |
15,16,17 March 2013 CAPTAIN ACCORDIAN PETER ANDERSON is a Melbourne multi-instrumental folk performer singer dance caller and accordion repairer. His concert performances feature the rarely heard and majestic sounding Appalachian dulcimer to which Peter adds crooning vocals and an eclectic repertoire ranging from medieval to Pink Floyd. His abilities with accordion guitar and comic parody might also surface! http://celticfestival.com.au/index.html info@celticfestival.com.au |
63. Hummelkurs in Wetzlarm - Deutschlandby Diatonic News |
Die Hummelkurse finden jedes Jahr im Frühjahr und im Herbst im Wiesbaden-Naurod statt. Für alle, die das Musizieren auf dem diatonischen Akkordeon in G/C–Stimmung erlernen oder verbessern wollen. Je nach Teilnehmerzahl werden Lerngruppen gebildet, die jeweils aus maximal 6 TeilnehmerInnen bestehen. Die Einteilung der Gruppen erfolgt nach den Vorkenntnissen der Teilnehmer Anfänger ohne Vorkenntnisse (Akkordeon 1+2) Fortgeschrittene Anfänger (Akkordeon 3+4) Kursleiter: Johanna Jung, Ulrike Alles, Vera Pitzschel-Severin, Oliver Stoffregen, Klaus Walter Hier die nächsten Termine zum Vormerken: 15.03. – 17.03. 2013 in Wetzlar (ausnahmsweise) Jugendherberge Wetzlarm, Richard-Schirrmann-Str. 3, 35578 Wetzlar/Deutschland 15.11. – 17.11. 2013 wieder in Naurod bei Wiesbaden www.hummelkurse.de |
Stage di Organetto con Mario - Italiaby Diatonic News |
ROMA 9-10 MARZO 2013 |
Video: Beltango at the Aix Les Bains Festival - Franceby Harley Jones |
Popular Beltango Quintet from Serbia appeared at the Aix Les Bains Festival in France, and this video was released 24 February. Beltango performing La Cumparsita & Milonga de mis Amores at the Le Théâtre - Casino Grand Cercle Aix Les Bains, France Purchase online their CD Pack at: Beltango |
Crosby Zydeco Festival in Crosby, Texas - USAby Diatonic News |
Solo Zydeco Productions - Dayton, TX77535-1665 http://www.solomusicfest.com (281) 860-7654 info@solomusicfest.net |
W O M A D 2013 - New Zealandby Diatonic News |
WOMAD - World of Music, Arts and Dance the internationally established festival, which brings together artists from all over the globe. The central aim of the WOMAD festival is to celebrate the world's many forms of music, arts and dance. As an organisation, WOMAD now works in many different ways, but our aims are always the same - at festivals, performance events, through recorded releases and through educational projects, we aim to excite, to inform, and to create awareness of the worth and potential of a multicultural society. Peter Gabriel was one of WOMAD's co-founders: "Pure enthusiasm for music from around the world led us to the idea of WOMAD in 1980 and thus to the first WOMAD festival in 1982. The festivals have always been wonderful and unique occasions and have succeeded in introducing an international audience to many talented artists." "Equally important, the festivals have also allowed many different audiences to gain an insight into cultures other than their own through the enjoyment of music. Music is a universal language, it draws people together and proves, as well as anything, the stupidity of racism." Peter Gabriel From the diatonica music world taking part: The Savoy Cajun Band/USA LA-33 from Columbia further information: http://www.taft.co.nz/ Phone: +64 6 759 8412 Email: info@taft.co.nz |
22. Deutsches Concertina-Treffen in der Proitzer Mühle - Deutschlandby Diatonic News |
15. bis 17. März 2013 Freitag ab 17.00 Uhr bis Sonntag Nachmittag Seminarhof Proitzer Mühle ( Wendland ) Das Treffen richtet sich an alle Spieler ( Anfänger bis Fortgeschrittene ) aller Concertina-Systeme ( Englisch, Anglo, ( Duet ), Anglo-German, Deutsch ) Es gibt ein abwechslungsreiches Programm für alle Niveaus. Man kann auch ohne Instrument kommen und mal reinschnuppern - oder als Fortgeschrittener neue Impulse bekommen… Dozenten: Edel Fox: Irish Anglo Simon Thoumire: English System Rainer Schwarz: Anglo für Anfänger und Deutsche Concertina ( 2 Reiher ) Adrian Brown ( England ): Anglo für Nicht-Iren Jürgen Suttner: Concertina Klinik Anmeldung robert@concertinas.de oder Robert Pich, Proitzer Mühle, 29465 Schnega www.concertinas.de |
Yoshiya Watanabe (1952-2013), Tokyo – Japanby Rob Howard |
Yoshiya Watanabe, well known accordion researcher and collector, player and analyst, died from cancer on Sunday February 9th 2013, aged 60. He was one of an international band of collectors of old and antique accordions, and had a large collection of his own. He also had a great knowledge of anything to do with accordions, which he was always willing to share with others. Picture left in 1968. Brought up in Egypt, then Germany where he attended the International School in Hamburg, and later the International Christian University, Tokyo, where he graduated in biology and organic chemistry, Yoshiya Watanabe was fluent in both German and English. He translated the novel ‘Accordion Crimes’ into Japanese. Employed in the chemical industry with the Mitsui company, Yoshiya also lived in Brazil, where he made many contacts with accordionists. Yoshiya began learning the accordion in Hamburg in 1966, and played both button and piano accordion. A skilled and practical man, in 1985 Yoshiya designed and built what may have been the world’s first MIDI synthesizer accordion. This instrument had bellows sensors, and was exhibited at the International Science Expo ’85 in Tsukuba, Japan. Yoshiya Watanabe was also the author of two books about the accordion. Yoshiya Watanabe was very well liked and respected by all who came into contact with him. He is survived by a wife Kyoko, daughter Sakura and son Taira. |
Folkarria Festiavl - Espagnaby Diatonic News |
Organizado por La Asociación “La Vida en Danza”, Folkarria Eco-Festi-Bal pretende recuperar y difundir tanto las danzas tradicionales como la música folk europea, haciendo de ellas un instrumento para la integración de diferentes culturas, combinándolas con acciones de sensibilización ecológica y consumo responsable, además de una serie de actividades participativas para adultos y niñ@s. La 3ª edición de “Folkarria Eco-Festi-Bal” se desarrollará una vez más a lo largo de todo un fin de semana, presentando una oferta musical de grupos nacionales (Martina Quiere Bailar, Amanida y Kepa Junkera), de Portugal (Parapente700), de Bélgica (Kv Express), de Italia (Spakkabrianza) y de Francia (Tribal Jaze) y fusiones de nacionalidades como I Fratelli Tarzanelli (franco-belga) o el Dúo Bottasso & Geoffroy (italo-francés). Además, habrá talleres de instrumentos (Acordeón diatónico, Violín, Guitarra y Música de ensemble), talleres de danza de diversas partes del mundo y actuaciones del folklore español tradicional para todos los públicos. www.folkarria.es info@folkarria.es |
Video: Escapade Plays Irish Musicby Harley Jones |
Two videos of the group Escapade performing Irish music. Pierre Laval (accordion), Lucile Woerren (violin) and Michel Genestin (guitar) published 10th February 2013. |
Diatonic Akkordeon Spielkurse in Agatharied - Germanyby Diatonic News |
Akkordeon 22. bis 25. März 2013 Die Kurse gehen nun in die 8. Runde. Es gibt dabei Gelegenheit, auf dem traumhaften Berghof Akkordeon (Drehleier, Dudelsack, und Streich-instrumenten) zu Workshop 4 - Diatonisches Akkordeon mit Jan Budweis (G/C), (jedes Niveau, keine Anfänger) Einfache Tanzmelodien sind oft kurz und leben durch ständige Wiederholungen. Um sie beim Aufspielen zum Tanz oder beim Erarbeiten eines Konzertprogramms abwechslungsreich und spannend zu gestalten gibt es viele Möglichkeiten, die wir in diesem Kurs erlernen wollen: Z.B. rhythmische Gestaltungsvarianten der rechten und linken Hand, das Akkordspiel auf der Diskantseite und Phrasierungs- und Verzierungstechniken. Ein weiterer Schwerpunkt ist das Erarbeiten von Variationen bis hin zu kleinen Improvisationen. Ziel des Kurses ist, dass die Teilnehmer mit den erlernten Fertigkeiten kreativ und spielerisch umgehen können, wobei sich jeder Einzelne entsprechend seiner individuellen Möglichkeiten in das Zusammenspiel integrieren kann. Auf Anfrage kann ein separater Anfängerkurs angeboten werden! Anmeldung Uli Fritsch, Neptunstr. 5, 86179 Augsburg, Tel: 0821 / 813181, e-mail: ulrike.fritsch@online.de www.spielkurs-agatharied.de |
Corsi di Organetto con Claudio Rossi - Italiaby Diatonic News |
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„Duo BayanTonic“ auf Österreichtournee - Austriaby Harley Jones |
Video: 'Duo BayanTonic' in Concert, Dalsbygda, Februar 2010, die Durchführung Bryllupstoner by Øivind Farmen zusammen. Catalog: ofarmen501 Die Tournee umfasst 4 Konzerte: Freitag, 15 Màrz 2013 - von 19.30 bis 21.30 h Neunkirchen, Sparkassensaal der Musikschule Neunkirchen 16.3. St. Georgen (Kärnten), 17.3. Graz und 19.3. Akkordeonfestival Wien Das „Duo BayanTonic“ wird von zwei in der nordischen Akkordeonwelt berühmten Musikern gebildet, Lars Karlsson aus Schweden auf seiner diatonischen Harmonika & Øivind Farmen aus Norwegen auf seinem Bajan. Sie kennen einander von einigen Konzerten bereits seit 1994, aber ihre eigentliche Kooperation begann im Jahr 2006 mit einer Tour auf Island. Da beide ihre Wurzeln in der traditionellen Folklore haben, verstehen sie einander perfekt, auch wenn sie auf zwei ganz verschiedenen Instrumenten spielen. Sie haben Konzerttourneen in viele Länder unternommen, und durch die Mischung verschiedener Musikstile zeigen sie in ihren Shows die musikalische Breite des Akkordeons. Ein Konzert mit dem „Duo BayanTonic“ beschert dem Publikum traditionelle nordische Volkslieder, Klassik, Barock, Tango, zeitgenössischer Musik, Musette-Walzer usw… Für weitere Informationen, E-Mail: farmen@farmen.net --------------------------------------- Oivind Farmen and Lars Karlsson Tour - Austria Norwegian accordionists Oivind Farmen and Lars Karlsson, who occasionally perform as a duo, team up for some concerts in Austria midway through March. Oivind Farmen, a classically trained musician, and diatonic folk music specialist Lars Karlsson, are an unlikely but popular pairing, with several recordings of Scandinavian traditional music to their credit. March 15th – Neunkirchen March 16th - St Georgen March 17th - Graz March 19th – Viennese Accordion Festival For further information email: farmen@farmen.net |
Sväng Harmonic Quartet Concert - Belgiumby Diatonic News |
Saturday 08/03/2013 Dranouter, Belgium at 1:00 pm Eero Turkka chromatic and diatonic harmonicas Pasi Leino bass harmonica Eero Grundström chromatic and diatonic harmonicas Jouko Kyhälä chord harmonica “Harmonetta”, chromatic and diatonic harmonicas Information: http://www.svang.fi/en/bio.html |
Herbert Pixner Projekt auf Tour - Österreich/Deutschlandby Diatonic News |
Das Herbert Pixner Projekt ist wieder unterwegs in Deutschland und Österreich. Einige Karten sind noch zu haben, also beeilen Sie sich..... wann und wo: 01.03. "Kurhaus" Prien a. Chiemsee (D) 02.03. "Tuxcenter" Tux im Zillertal (A) 07.03. "Hirzinger" Söllhuben (D) sold out 08.03. "Landhaus Sommerau" Buchenberg (D) 09.03. "Alter Wirt" Eresing (D) sold out 10.03. "Schloßberghalle" Starnberg (D) 14.03. "Festsaal" böheimkirchen (A) 15.03. "Konzerthaus" Wien (A) 16.03. "Mehrzwecksaal" St. Nikolai (A) 21.03. "Mayers Keller" Nördlingen (D) 22.03. "Rathaussaal" Amberg (D) sold out 23.03. "TSV Halle" Altenstadt (D) Info's zu Karten: http://www.myspace.com/herbertpixnerprojekt/shows |
Steve Riley and the Mamou Playboys in March - USAby Harley Jones |
Video: Steve Riley & The Mamou Playboys - Published on Nov 29, 2012, Downtown Houston Market Street Square. After 13 recordings and 4 Grammy nominations, the best is still yet to come! Check it out - where and when: March 1st: Rock n Bowl - New Orleans, LA March 2nd: La Poussière - Breaux Bridge, LA March 16th: Iowa Rabbit Festival - Iowa, LA March 23rd: Swamp Stomp - Thibodeaux, LA March 24th: Crawfish Cookoff - Eunice, LA Information: http://www.mamouplayboys.com |
Paolo Russo in tour a Buenos Aires - Argentinaby Diatonic News |
for the 12th time Paolo Russo is travelling to Argentina to perform - his schedules for March are: Mar 5 20:00 Mundo Bolivar Buenos Aires (ARG) Duo concert with Diego Schissi Mar 6 22:30 Notorious Buenos Aires (ARG) Duo concert with Diego Schissi Mar 7 21:00 Café Vinilo - Gorriti 3780, esq Salguero Buenos Aires (ARG) Duo concert with Diego Schissi Paolo Russo es un bandoneonista italiano que vive en Dinamarca. Diego Schissi es pianista argentino de orígen italiano que vive en Buenos Aires. Este dúo nació en Dinamarca en 2012 en el marco del Ujazz Festival en Aarhus, Dinamarca, y el encuentro se vuelve a repetir en Buenos Aires. Paolo y Diego hacen un repertorio de música propia dónde la mezcla de influencias es amplia: tango, improvisación, jazz... Ambos se mueven con libertad atravesando los bordes de varios mundos musicales. Paolo Russo actualmente participa de varios grupos y ha tocado con Pablo Ziegler, Stefano Bollani y Paolo Fresu entre muchos otros. Diego Schissi lidera un quinteto de tango contémporáneo y ha tocado junto a Aca Seca trío, Leo Masliah entre otros. reservas: reservas@cafevinilo.com.ar http://www.paolorusso.com/ http://flavors.me/diegoschissi |
Andy Cutting - full schedule for March - Austria/UK/Belgiumby Diatonic News |
Diatonic Accordion Star Andy Cutting is scheduled for the entire month of March with appearances in various citis of UK-Belgium and Austria Mar 1, 2013 Blowzabella Club T'ey. Belsele. Belgium. Mar 2, 2013 Blowzabella Jazzclub/Alte. Braunschweig. To be confirmed. Mar 3, 2013 Blowzabella Malzerei. Eisenach. Mar 4, 2013 8:48 PM Blowzabella Kammerspiele. Ansbach. Mar 5, 2013 Blowzabella Brucknerhaus. Linz. Mar 7, 2013 Blowzabella Akkordeonfestival. Vienna. Mar 8, 2013 Blowzabella Kultur Forum Amthof. Feldkirchen/Karnten. Mar 20, 2013 June Tabor MANCHESTER - RNCM (theatre) 7.30pm www.rncm.ac.uk/ 0161 907 5555 Mar 21, 2013 June Tabor YORK - NCEM 7.30pm http://www.ncem.co.uk/ 01904 658338 Mar 22, 2013 June Tabor LIVERPOOL - CAPSTONE THEATRE, Liverpool Hope University 7.30pm http://www.thecapstonetheatre.com 0844 8000 410 Mar 23, 2013 Fay Hield and the Hurricane Party Sheffield The Library Theatre Mar 25, 2013 Fay Hield and the Hurricane Party Bromsgrove Artrix Mar 26, 2013 Fay Hield and the Hurricane Party Eastleigh The Point Mar 27, 2013 Fay Hield and the Hurricane Party Exeter Exeter Phoenix Box office: 01392 667080. Mar 28, 2013 Fay Hield and the Hurricane Party Newbury Arlington Arts Centre Box office: 01635 244246. further information: http://www.andy-cutting.co.uk/testsgigs.php |
GRUPO MARCAS DO RIO GRANDE - BAILE DE PÁSCOA 2013 (SÁBADO ALELUIA) - Brasilby Diatonic News |
GRUPO MARCAS DO RIO GRANDE - BAILE DE PÁSCOA 2013 (SÁBADO ALELUIA) Sabato 30 marzo 2013 - 23.30 in UTC-03. TAIOZINHO / RIO DO CAMPO - SC COMUNIDADE SÃO SEBASTIÃO - TAIOZINHO RIO DO CAMPO - SC PEÇAM A NOSSA MÚSICA DE TRABALHO "MACANUDO E BONITÃO" NAS RÁDIOS DA REGIÃO!!! O Grupo foi fundado no final do ano de 2005, em São Leopoldo - RS com o nome de GRUPO MARCAS. Devido a alguns problemas e perdas o grupo encerrou suas atividades no início de 2010. Em outubro desse mesmo ano Everson Cruz ”Marrom”, Daniel Vargas e Manoel Rezendes decidiram dar seguimento a essa história com foco na autêntica música gaúcha fandangueira, surge assim o GRUPO MARCAS DO RIO GRANDE. FONES: (51)9577-0576 / 3568-6750 EMAIL: contato@grupomarcas.com SITE: www.grupomarcas.com |
STEIRISCHE HARMONIKA trifft Blasmusik! - Österreichby Werner Weibert |
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Festa x le donne con LES ZEOLES et le DUO d'ALTRO CANTO - Padova/Italiaby Diatonic News |
Festa a Ballo con Les Zéoles e il Duo D'AltroCanto aspettando l'8 Marzo! Organizzato dal gruppo "Topi Ballerini" La serata inizierà alle ore 21h il 2 Marzo Mestrino (Padova), Sala Polivalente in via IV Novembre Voilà une soirée de bal féminine, quelques jours avant la fêtes des femmes, avec LES ZEOLES et le DUO d'ALTRO CANTO (bal à la voix)...+ des surprises;-) Organisé par le groupe "Topi Ballerini", le bal débutera à 21h a la salle polyvalente derrière l'eglise de Mestrino de Padoue. |
Eine musikalische Gratwanderung - Österreichby Werner Weibert |
Der Südtiroler Komponist und Multiinstrumentalist Herbert Pixner zählt mittlerweile zu den angesagtesten und kreativsten Harmonikavirtuosen im gesamten Alpen-raum. Mit „NA UND!?“ ist sein Herbert Pixner Projekt Vorreiter einer neuen Generation von Alpenmusikern. Er belebt mit seinen Harmonika-Kompositionen die Volks-musik und wird immer mehr von Harmonikaspielern und Volksmusikgruppen nachgeeifert. 200 Konzerte im In- und Ausland, Auftritte in großen TV-Shows sowie viele CD-Einspielungen als Solist oder mit diversen Gruppen sind nur einige Gründe, weshalb „Herbert Pixner“ in der Musik- und Kulturszene nördlich und südlich das Aus-hängeschild des Alpenraumes ist. Herbert Pixners Erfolg beruht auf seiner absolut authentischen, natürlichen Art, die man als Zuhörer und Volksmusikkenner einfach ehrlich spürt. Herbert Pixner wurde in der Kategorie „innovative Har-monikamusik“ die Auszeichnung „Stern des Jahres“ verliehen. Musikalisch spannt das Trio einen Bogen von traditio-neller, alpenländischer und internationaler Volksmusik, über viele Eigenkompositionen, bis hin zu Blues, Swing, Samba und Tango. Zum zweiten Mal tritt Herbert Pixner mit seinen beiden Freunden in Öblarn/Steiermark auf. Das Konzert findet am Freitag, 5. & Samstag, 6. April 2103 um 20 Uhr im KU:L statt. Ticket sichern: Hotline +43 (0) 664/86 00 300 – E-Mail: info@kultur.st Online translation! |
Astillero in concerto - Buenos Aires/Argentinaby Diatonic News |
9/3/2013 - 21.30 h Teatro Orlando Goñi Cochabamba 2536, Buenos Aires |
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CD "All the Way" by Horace Trahan - USAby Diatonic News |
New CD of Horace Trahan "All the Way" Next events in March: 03/02/13 Horace Trahan and the Ossun Express -Duson, LA - The Roundup (Time: 9:00pm.Address: 183 Austria Rd.til 11:00 PM – Rocky’s Superfest) 03/09/13 Horace Trahan and the Ossun Express Rayne, LA - Rayne Civic Center (Time: 6:00pm.Southern Louisiana Cajun Country Music Festival, til 7:45 pm 03/15/13 Horace Trahan and the Ossun Express -Iowa, LA Rabbit Festival (Time: 8:00pm.til 10:00 pm ) 03/22/13 Horace Trahan and the Ossun Express - Thibodaux, LA Louisiana Swamp Stomp Festival(Time: 8:30pm.Address: Nicholls State University.til 10:30 PM – Nicholls State University – Festival Stage 03/23/13 Horace Trahan and the Ossun Express - Lafayette, LA Cowboy’s Night Club (Time: 10:00pm.til 1:00 AM) 03/24/13 Horace Trahan and the Ossun Express - Rayne, LA Rayne Civic Center (time: 4:00pm.til 4:45 PM – Tutoring on Wheels Fundraiser 337-886-6179 info@info@horacetrahan.com www.horacetrahan.com Horace Trahan PO Box 943 Scott, LA 70583 |
cd "Schladtzshe" by Sväng - Finlandby Diatonic News |
Schladtzshe! the latest CD by Sväng from Finland (2010) "Schladtzshe!" is both a swear and a toast. Its meaning can be exemplified roughly as "Brothers! Let us make our mistakes with pride, for life otherwise is a mere collection of irrational occurrences. Let us empty our abundant, if sometimes bitter, drink with joy!" Song list 1 Schladtzshe! (Grundström) 2 Hoijakat (trad. arr. Grundström) 3 Menneet (Grundström) 4 Tango tauko (Kyhälä) 5 Kyykäärmeen polska (Turkka) 6 Hellu (Grundström) 7 Humaljärvi (Kyhälä) 8 Humppa skitsofrenia (Kyhälä) 9 Waivainen Walitan Waikiast (trad./Grundström, arr. Grundström) 10 Valossa (Grundström) Published by: Aitorecords Ltd Information: http://www.svang.fi/en/cd.html |
BANDADRIATICA Video/Success - Italiaby Harley Jones |
Musiche dai porti dell'Adriatico Uno dei gruppi più seguiti del 2012, in edicola su XL di Repubblica a Novembre nella compilation Puglia Sounds New, fra i migliori 25 videoclip italiani per il PIVI, fra i 30 finalisti al PVI, disponibile per un live travolgente al ritmo della musica dei porti dell'Adriatico. LINE-UP: Claudio Prima Organetto e voce Emanuele Coluccia Sax Redi Hasa Violoncello Andrea Perrone Tromba Vincenzo Grasso Clarinetto e sax tenore Gaetano Carrozzo Trombone Giuseppe Spedicato Basso Ovidio Venturoso Batteria La banda è un incontro di culture e provenienze sotto il segno del Mar Adriatico. A Maggio 2008 i musicisti si imbarcano su Idea 2, un veliero che li conduce nei porti dell’Adriatico dove nascono le basi di un nuovo repertorio adriatico. Il progetto diventa “Rotta per Otranto” un film nel quale si racconta questa straordinaria avventura. Da Venezia a Capodistria, da Dubrovnik a Durazzo fino a Otranto, il veliero Idea 2 trasporta musicisti-marinai che raccontano in musica le proprie esperienze di viaggio. La banda collabora stabilmente con: - Boban e Marko Markovic, - la Kocani Orkestar, - il coro bulgaro di Eva quartet - Raiz e Radicanto. MUSIC Ascolta alcune tracce di Contagio, Maremoto e Arriva la banda: soundcloud.com/bandadriatica INFO e CONTATTI: Claudio Prima +39 347 5468393 info@adriatik.it www.adriatik.it |
Neue CD "Zydeco Gris Gris" von Zydeco Annie + Swamp Cats - Deutschlandby Diatonic News |
am 01.03.2013 erscheint die neue CD von Zydeco Annie + Swamp Cats. "ZYDECO GRIS GRIS" heißt das neue Album - Titel: 1. Le veuve de la coulée 2. Zydeco gris gris 3. Jolie blonde 4. Pay Me My Money Down 5. Baldhead 6. My turn will come 7. You Used to Call Me 8. You Are My Sunshine 9. Happy Home 10. Joséphine Par Se Ma Femme 11. Louisianna Saturday Nig 12. Laissez Le Bon Temp Rouler Aus diesem Anlass findet ein besonderer Konzertabend im Pfleghofsaal in Langenau statt. Termine: 01.03. 20.00 Uhr 89129 Langenau, Pfleghofsaal CD-Präsentation Kartenreservierung unter Tel. (AB) und Fax: 08221 34671 info@cwf-koetz.de 01.03. 6 89129 Langenau, Kirchgasse 9 Pfleghofsaal 02.03. (A) 1140 Wien, Hadikgasse 62 14. Int. Akkordeon Festival 08.03. 82386 Oberhausen, Dorfstr. 6 Strobl Bühne 09.03. 86868 Mittelneufnach, Alpenstr. 10 Kulturschmiede 15.03. 91550 Dinkelsbühl, Am Weinmarkt Jazzclub im Schrannenkeller 16.03. 6 85283 Wolnzach, Elsenheimerstr. 2 Deutsches Hopfenmuseum 22.03. 79713 Bad Säckingen, Schönaugasse 5 Schloss Schönau 23.03. 79713 Bad Säckingen, Schönaugasse 5 Schloss Schönau 23.03. 73730 Esslingen, Amselweg 10 Blues In Town Weitere Information: http://www.zydecoannie.de/ annie@swamp-cats.com |
CD "Rockin with Roy " by Chubby Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Band - USAby Harley Jones |
Tracks: I Found My Woman Doing the Zydeco Don't You Leave Me Whiskey Drinking Man Roy Left Lawtell Blue Runner The Night Time is the Right Time Jambalaya Don't Mess with my Toot Toot The Way I Feel Shake It Rockin Robin Get On The Floor Further information: http://www.chubbycarrier.com/ |
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Andy Cutting interviewby Gary Chapin | Modify | Delete |
A multi-part interview with Andy Cutting appears at the L'Accordeonaire blog: Part one: http://accordeonaire.blogspot.com/2012/11/andy-cutting-interview-part-one.html Part two: http://accordeonaire.blogspot.com/2012/11/andy-cutting-interview-part-2-gear-talk.html Part three: http://accordeonaire.blogspot.com/2013/03/andy-cutting-interview-part-four.html Thanks, Gary Chapin |