Ideas for small-scale accordion concert?

[jozz]

I'm booking a couple of shows for a theater this year and I want to incorporate some accordion. Therefor, I need ideas for an accordion program, small-scale: no orchestra's. It might have a modern twist to it,

So: what would you buy a ticket for these days?

(band names, video's of shows etc. much appreciated)

 

[Tom]

I'm booking a couple of shows for a theater this year and I want to incorporate some accordion. Therefor, I need ideas for an accordion program, small-scale: no orchestra's. It might have a modern twist to it,

So: what would you buy a ticket for these days?

(band names, video's of shows etc. much appreciated)

I must admit that whether I buy a ticket depends entirely on the performer(s) these days. Last ticket I bought was Jon Batiste (melodica) even though the venue was not the greatest. When I see an accordionist (or any other) show advertised in my area I always first check their YouTube videos to make sure it meets my preferences.

So, I would recommend analyzing your prospective audience preferences. Would they like more jazz or traditional Irish dance tunes? Is there a prominent act in your locale and budget that all your friends, and audience loves? Book ‘em Danno!

 

[JerryPH]

I am reminded of the Russian team that have a YouTube channel called 2makers. Their rendition of Coldplay’s “Hymn for the weekend” or Avicii - “Wake Me Up”. I would buy a ticket to see them if they were anywhere within 300km of me.

I’d love to go watch someone like our own Emam (and have a couple times now). His playing is awesome, varied and draws people in.

 

[saundersbp]

Therefor, I need ideas for an accordion program, small-scale: no orchestra's. It might have a modern twist to it,

Id book Seb Lagrange and crew. Very catchy and good to watch and listen too. They travel well!

 

[debra]

I'm booking a couple of shows for a theater this year and I want to incorporate some accordion. Therefor, I need ideas for an accordion program, small-scale: no orchestra's. It might have a modern twist to it,

So: what would you buy a ticket for these days?

(band names, video's of shows etc. much appreciated)

The Concertino Band is great. Several accordions, a violin, double base, piano...
Videos at https://www.youtube.com/@CONCERTINOmusic/videos
The AKKO Quartet is also phenomenal. (4 accordions with some special (timbre) instruments included)
Videos at https://www.youtube.com/@quartet8552/videos
Closer to home there is the Sexteto Recuerdo with Leo van Lierop as accordion and bandoneon player. Demo video at https://www.youtube.com/@sextetorecuerdo9868/videos
If you think all of these may be too large and/or expensive I can suggest a very good amateur band as well...

 

[dak]

I think The Royal Squeeze Box would be a contender for me.