NEXT EVENT: Set the Stage and Jazz It Up!

The Connecticut Accordion Association

-in conjunction with-

The Mattatuck Museum 

Presents:

Set the Stage and Jazz It Up!!!!

When: Saturday, June 10, 2023, 2:00 - 4:00pm
Where: The Mattatuck Museum, 144 West Main St., Waterbury, CT 06702

                   

Under the direction of Peter Peluso, the Connecticut Accordion Orchestra along with surprise guest artists, will perform a variety of pieces from musical theater and classic jazz. 

General Admission:  $15.00
Mattatuck Museum Members: $10.00
Age 18 and under: $5.00

Pay at the door 

-or-

Preregister at: https://1340a.blackbaudhosting.com/1340a/CT-Accordion-Association-Concert

The CAA is a proud Affiliate of the American Accordionists’ Association

NEXT EVENT: An Accordion Holiday at the Mattatuck!

 

An Accordion Holiday at the Mattatuck!

When: Saturday, December 10, 2022, 2:00 - 4:00pm

Where: Mattatuck Museum, 63 Prospect St., Waterbury, CT 06702

Come listen to the CAA orchestra perform holiday favorites under the direction of Peter Peluso! This concert is part of a day of family oriented programming sponsored by the Mattatuck! Come just for the concert or enjoy the whole day at the museum.

Family Admission: $15.00 (Up to 6 people)

Individual Adult: $15.00; Senior: $12.00

Pay at the door or Pre-register here: https://www.mattmuseum.org/calendar/family-fun-dayz-winter-wonderland/

The Connecticut Accordion Association is a proud affiliate of the

American Accordionists' Association

October 8 Concert at the Pequot a Huge Success!!!

 The Connecticut Accordion Association's Orchestra, led by Conductor Peter Peluso, played to a sold-out audience at the Pequot Library last Saturday!  The orchestra played  a variety of tunes from classical to jazz to light rock, with a polka thrown in for good measure. 

We heard a very talented 15 year old vocalist, Lily Maucci, backed by her vocal instructor, Peter Peluso.

 Our own young talented musicians Anton and Joseph Klettner on accordion and violin respectively, played Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody!  

Vocalist Jim Lawrence backed by Don Gerundo as well as Peter Peluso, sang Billy Joel tunes. 

Sandy Zera paired with her young student, Joseph Klettner to play classics written specifically for accordion. 

We are forever grateful to Sandy Zera who made this concert happen.....

If you missed this concert, view it here: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYay98vMsrY

WAIT!!!!!!

WE AREN'T DONE YET!!

Our next gig is on December 10 at the Mattatuck Museum, where we will be playing holiday favorites.  More information to come.....

Next Event: "Not Just Polkas: The Accordion Can Do It All!"

 

"Not Just Polkas: The Accordion Can Do It All!"

The Connecticut Accordion Association Orchestra in Concert!

When: Saturday, October 8, 2:00PM

Where: Pequot Library

720 Pequot Ave, Southport, CT 06890

Cost: $10.00 per person. Age 12 and under FREE.

The Orchestra, under the direction of Peter Peluso, will perform a variety of pieces including Classical, Light Classics, Jazz, Broadway and Movie Themes.

Preregistration Encouraged or pay at the door.

Preregister Here:  Not Just Polkas: The Accordion Can Do It All! - Pequot Library 

The Connecticut Accordion Association is a proud affiliate of the American Accordionists' Association

NEXT EVENT: Connecticut Accordion Association Presents Anton & Joseph Klettner

Anton & Joseph Klettner in Concert

NEXT EVENT: CAA Holiday Concert - Seasonal Melodies

The Connecticut Accordion Association
Presents

CAA Holiday Concert

"Seasonal Melodies"

This concert will feature traditional holiday favorites,
both contemporary and classical,
performed by the CAA Orchestra under the direction of
Peter Peluso

Video Link

Suggested donation is $10.00 per person

Cody McSherry in Concert

The Connecticut Accordion Association and the American Accordionists' Association Present:

Cody McSherry in Concert

NEXT EVENT - Peter Peluso: An Accordion Concert

Peter Peluso: An Accordion Concert

Suggested Donation: $10.00

CAA Presents: CREOSOTE - July 26th Online Concert!

https://youtu.be/oDTU29vTxpo

Description:

Join award winning accordionists Jamie Maschler and Gabe Hall-Rodrigues as they take you on a guided tour showcasing some of the rich musical culture surrounding the accordion in Brazil. Follow along using the custom PDF with notated rhythms, listening examples, and concert program. 

BIO:

Creosote is the dynamic accordion duo with renowned Seattle accordionists Jamie Maschler and Gabriel Hall-Rodrigues, together they create original and Brazilian music inspired arrangements with a unique and endearing twist. They have performed at several accordion events throughout the country, perform regularly in Seattle and recently were featured performers at the National Association of Music Merchants’ (NAMM) Museum of Making Music.

November 2018, the duo competed in the Trophee Mondiale in Loule, Portugal.  They represented the US with original pieces and arrangements for the accordion.

Jamie and Gabe met at Petosa Accordions in Seattle, WA where they both currently work selling teaching, and repairing accordions.  The duo is currently working towards opening the Emerald City Accordion School and recording their first full length album in Brazil end of 2020.   

April 4 CAA Event Sponsored by the Cheshire Public Library [CANCELLED]

The Accordion in America, Where It’s Been, What It’s Done Where It’s Going

CANCELLED! Stay tuned....

April 4 @ 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM  Cheshire Public Library

104 Main St., Cheshire, CT

FREE

This program will provide a history of our often misunderstood instrument along with a demonstration of the rich variety of music that it can play, including classical, jazz, contemporary, show tunes and ethnic. Presented by members of the American Accordionists Association and the Connecticut Accordion Association. Sponsored by the Cheshire Public Library.

NEXT EVENT: Seasonal Melodies

The Connecticut Accordion Association

presents

CAA Holiday Concert

“Seasonal Melodies”

Saturday, December 7, 2019

3:00-4:30 PM

This concert will feature traditional holiday favorites,

both contemporary and classical,

performed by the CAA Orchestra under the direction of

Peter Peluso

Gloria Dei Lutheran Church

355 Camp Street

Bristol, CT

Suggested donation is $10.00 per person

Note: This concert is co-sponsored by the

American Accordionists’ Association*

RSVP or obtain additional information, call (203) 272-1202

Visit us on the web at www.CTAccordion.com

NEXT EVENT: Art Daigle at East Street Eatery

                                                                           

THE CAA/AAA PRESENT:

OKTOBERFEST!

FEATURING: ACCORDIONIST/VOCALIST ART DAIGLE

                                

              WHEN:  THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2019      6:00pm - 8:30pm

              WHERE:  EAST STREET EATERY at FARMINGBURY HILLS GOLF COURSE

                               141 EAST STREET, WOLCOTT, CT  06716

CALL AND RESERVE A TABLE:  203-879-8823

            

COME JOIN US FOR DINNER, GOOD MUSIC AND FRIENDSHIP

BRING YOUR ACCORDION AND PLAY AT OPEN MIC!

FREE ADMISSION!

Kindly RSVP to Marilyn at (203) 272-1202 by Monday, October 21, 2019.

Visit us on the web at www.CTAccordion.com.

September CAA/AAA Event

The CAA/AAA Present... 

Whitebeard's Bretheren Hoard 

SATURDAY, September 14, 2019

1:30-2:15

CHESHIRE FALL FESTIVAL - Main Stage

Bartlem Recreational Area

520 South Main St., Cheshire, CT  06410

What happens when an accordionist, "Squeezin' Sally" (aka: CAA President Marilyn O'Neil)

 goes a sailin' with a group of  kind hearted pirates? Come see how an accordion blends with violin, guitar, tin whistle, mandolin, bass, keyboard and percussion under the leadership of trusty

 Captain Whitebeard, along with the Bretheren Hoard!! Island Pop at its best! 

The Cheshire Fall Festival features food, music, fireworks, crafters and artisans. The entire event runs from 10:00am to 4:00pm.  Free Admission.

NEXT EVENT: CAA Orchestra & The Plainville Choral Society

The Connecticut Accordion Association

and the

American Accordionists’ Association

Proudly Present

Home...Celebrating American Composers

featuring

The Connecticut Accordion Association Orchestra

in concert with

The Plainville Choral Society

Saturday, June 8, 2019 at 3:00 pm

This concert is dedicated to the memory of Bob Siarkowski

Gloria Dei Lutheran Church

355 Camp Street

Bristol, CT 06410

Suggested Donation:

$10.00 per person

under 16 free

For more information,

visit www. CTAccordion.com

or call 203-272-1202.

The CAA is an affiliate of the

American Accordionists’ Association

A 501c3 corporation founded in 1938

www.ameraccord.com

NEXT EVENT: April 28, Tribute to Charles Magnante

The CAA and AAA Proudly Present...

Remembering a Legend...
Charles Magnante

Sunday, April 28, 2019 • 2:00pm

Waverly Tavern, 286 Maple Ave. • Cheshire, CT 06410

Featuring a Slide Show Presentation by Ray Oreggia and Don Gerundo and performances of Magnante selections by

Joe Ciccone, Will Comer,

Peter Peluso, Nathan Chapeton and Mary Tokarski

Admission $15/person

Dessert Buffet and Coffee following performances

RSVP required by April 25 to Marilyn at 203-272-1202

Please note: There will be no food service during the event. Guests are invited to arrive early and enjoy lunch in the Waverly Tavern Restaurant before the event.

Visit us at www.CTAccordion.com and WWW.ameraccord.com

NEXT EVENT: Accordion Stories from the Heart

Mr. Paul Ramunni, founder of the privately-operated New England Accordion Connection & Museum Company in Canaan, CT, will share stories from his new book, perform several accordion songs, and answer questions from attendees. Books will be available for purchase along with the author’s autograph before and after the mini-concert.

Date: March 31Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMPlace: Waverly Tavern, 286 Maple Ave, Cheshire, CT 06410

Cost: $5.00 for CAA Members, $10.00 for General Public, under 16 free

NEXT EVENT - CAA Holiday Concert - 12/1/2018

CAA Holiday Concert“Seasonal Melodies and other Songs”

When: Saturday, December 1, 2018 at 2:00

Where: Mattatuck Museum

              144 West Main St., Waterbury, CT 06702

Conductor: Peter Peluso

This concert will feature the Connecticut Accordion Association's Orchestra, along with some very special guests, performing a variety of holiday favorites!

$10.00 General Admission, $7.00 Seniors, Under 16 FREE

Note: This concert, sponsored by the Mattatuck Museum, replaces the November and December meetings of the Connecticut Accordion Association.


RSVP or obtain additional information, call (203) 272-1202. Visit us on the web at www.CTAccordion.com.

NEXT GATHERING - Silver and Gold

NEXT GATHERING

Sunday, October 21, 2018

1:00pm

The Waverly Tavern

286 Maple Ave., Cheshire, CT 06410

The Connecticut Accordion Association Presents:

“SILVER AND GOLD”

Virtuoso Accordionist Mary Tokarski and her award winning student, Nathan Chapeton, will perform in concert. Come and see a sample of the best of what the accordion world has to offer....

$5.00 cover CAA members. $10.00 all others, under 16 years of age FREE.

RSVP by October 19, 2018 to Marilyn at 203-272-1202

Visit us on the web:www.CTAccordion.com