| Entire Concert and Festival Schedule on-line
here, below are explanations of workshops, the NEAF Award,
open rehearsal, pot-luck and a special performance by Larry
and Mike only. This is not a full schedule of events. |
| |
Friday, November 9
|
| |
| 8 PM - special event - Accordion Achievement Award ceremony
to honor Dan Newton |
| Since 2000 the NE Accordion Fest has honored an individual
that has maintained a high profile in music with the accordion.
This year NEAF selected "Daddy Squeeze" Dan Newton
for his unwavering devotion to all things accordion. Dan has
brought attention to the instrument nationwide through both
the sales of his Cds with Cafe Accordion Orchestra and as an
advocate of accordion on both Minnesota Public Radio, National
Public Radio and Prairie Home Companion. |
| |
| 9-11 PM - special event - Larry Malmberg (MN) and Mike
Alongi (IL) |
| Two great jazz accordionists together for two hours. This
rare event only happens at the NE Accordion Fest as Larry and
Mike prepare their repertoire for the evening especially for
this performance. Each gentleman has created his own mark upon
the jazz music genre and when they play together the performance
is nothing less that spell binding. Since they have never recorded
their music together it can only be heard in person at the festival.
Unbelievable, breathtaking and fun. |
| |
Saturday, November 10
|
| |
| 9-11 AM - special event - Jazz Symposium & Workshop with
Mike Alongi from Rockford, Illinois |
| This is an opportunity to hear how a song goes together
from beginning to flourished ending. Mike is an excellent teacher
for the jazz nuances and this symposium is a valid and irreplaceable
addition to any musician interested in starting or expanding
their jazz style and repertoire. |
| |
| 11 AM - special event - Workshop with Joanna Arnold Darrow |
| For those who love to play music, starting a new song can
be challenging. Joanna will share easy tips on how to approach
new music and maximise a repetoire. She also will talk about
the most efficient way to practice new material and how to keep
the old familiar tunes fresh. Suitable for all enthusiasts of
accordion at any level. |
| |
Sunday, Novenber 11
|
| |
| 10-11AM - special event - Open Rehearsal for
Squeezer-in Accordion Orchestra, Wendy Tangen-Foster, conducting |
| This orchestra is open to any accordionist.
Selections for this 10th Anniversary NE Accordion Festival include,
Russian Cossack Dance, Breton Waltz, Feghana, Jessamee, Miserlou,
and Can't Help Falling in Love with You. This Rehearsal is in
preparation for the 2PM concert. Weekend or Day Pass needed. |
| |
| 11AM-12 PM - special event - Open Rehearsal for Malmberg
Heritage Ensemble, Larry Malmberg conducting |
| Students and Teacher reunited. This ensemble
is comprised of professionals trained by Mr. Malmberg over the
years. They are excited to have this very special opportunity
to again perform under the baton of their esteemed teacher.
This is an open rehearsal so please come and listen to the wisdom
of the director as they prepare for the 2PM concert. Selections
include Danse des Buffoons and Schubert's Unfinished Symphony.
Conductor, Larry Malmberg |
| |
| 6 PM Pot-Luck at Pilgrim Lutheran Church, 3901 1st Ave
S Minneapolis, MN 55409 |
| A chance to bask in the afterglow of the NE Accordon Fest
2007. If you are from the Twin Cities please bring a dish to
share for our out of town guests with no kitchen. Accordions
welcome! Weekend or Day Pass needed. |
| |
| PURCHASE
TICKETS |
|
PRINTER
FRIENDLY SCHEDULE |
Weekend Passes Available
in Advance from the Cedar Ticket Line (612-338-2674 ext
2) and TicketWeb
Day Passes sold at the door on day of performance pending
availability |
| **Tickets for Frode Haltli
at the Walker Art Center must be purchased from the Walker
Box Office. Please mention the NE Accordion Fest for the
special $18 discount price. Contact 612.375.7600 or walkerart.org/tickets
|
|
