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Welcome! Welcome
to the We are a group of happy accordion enthusiasts that meets
so we can… have
fun with this versatile instrument! Currently, we have members of all age groups and
skill levels, and are always seeking to find more people who love to play the
accordion, or just love to listen to accordion music. |
The Alabama Accordion Association Presents…
Don’t
miss the opportunity to hear this outstanding accordionist perform! The
concert is free to all!
We are saddened about the
passing of Four-Time World Champion Accordionist Alexander Sevastian earlier this month.
He died in his sleep, apparently from a massive heart attack in Ajijic, Mexico, a few hours before he was due to give a
concert with the Quartetto Gelato. Internationally renowned accordionist Michael Bridge comments: “I am heartbroken to share the devastating news of Alexander Sevastian’s death. He passed away on Friday afternoon in
Mexico, due to a massive heart attack, at only 41 years old. He was on tour
with his ensemble, Quartetto Gelato. He was a
tremendous talent and a dedicated, hard-working man. He is survived by his
wife, Anna, and son and daughter, aged 14 and 4. My memories of Sasha begin when he won the Coupe Mondiale
accordion championships in 2007, and I was a 14-year-old spectator.
Originally from Belarus, he had won the Coupe for Canada and I was so
excited! I was privileged to develop a strong professional relationship and
good friendship with Sasha over the years. When he was unable, he asked me to
take his place for a concert with Gelato, and he returned the favour taking my place in my ensembles several times. I will also fondly remember Sasha’s characteristic 1 minute business
phone calls (he would call frequently, usually with exactly one question). I
do not feel I had the chance to adequately express to him how much he
inspired me and how I admired him. I pass on my deepest condolences to his family and friends around
the world.” Michael Bridge |
UPCOMING EVENTS AAA Concert Series May
19, 2018 Four-Time World
Champion May
18, 2019 Five-Time
World Champion Interested in repairing, modernizing or “reviving” your
accordion? Check out ___________ Other Accordion
Links: Florida
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