gifts for all the accordion lovers on your list

I don’t want to freak you out, but there are only nine shopping days left until Christmas–five before Hanukkah. A fruitcake might suffice for your grandma; your accordion-loving friends are going to expect a bit more. Here are some awesome ideas. Merry Merry!

kickass cds and stuff

Carnival of Sound by Happy Lucky Combo –Richmond’s own accordion maestro Barry Bless and the fab sounds of bassist Dave Yohe and drummer Pippin Barnett–in a word, awesome.

Main Squeeze Orchestra –the unique sounds of the fabulously talented NYC all-girl accordion orchestra led by Walter Kuhr. Stop by Walter’s Shop, The Main Squeeze in Soho, for all your accordion needs.

The Last of the International Playboys –when he’s not conducting the girls, Walter Kuhr is leading his own band. You’ll dig their Vegas-Jazz and Latin Lounge sound.

Ice Cubes and Beer Mix Tape by DJ Kishka–If you can’t experience Cleveland’s Polka Happy Hour in person, then listen to this in your living room. It’s more fun than 10 shots of tequila! Na Zdorovie!

Fresh Off Boat by Golem –6 piece Eastern European folk-punk band from Brooklyn–it’s not your father’s Klezmer band;it’s sooooooo much better! Other albums to search for include Citizen Boris and Homesick songs. Check iTunes for digital versions.)

Kagero — another Brooklyn band (and one of my new favorites) led by Kaz Fujimoto. Japanese Gypsy Rock. It rocks!

Once and For All by Gregory Page–this English born, San Diegan is one of my recent favorites. And his albums are accordion friendly. Check out his magic.

Panorama Jazz Band–one of my all-time favorites. This New Orleans band, led by master clarinetist Ben Schenck, has a jazzy, global, second-line kind of sound that blows you away and just makes you want to dance. Don’t miss them at the Spotted Cat on Frenchmen Street the next time you’re in New Orleans!

Accordion Plus — Retired teacher and accordion evangelist Dale Wise has a variety of accordions for sale as well as educational CDs, tools, and accessories.

3 vol. set of instructional DVDs–learn to play accordion from performer and teacher Debra Peters from Austin, TX!

unique vintage accordion-themed jewelry

Visit the Clabber Creek Studio Etsy site for vintage costume jewelry and vintage inspired handmade jewelry. Guess what? There are some kickass accordion pieces and other cool stuff too.

 

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