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The Connecticut Accordion Association Orchestra in Concert!

When: Saturday, October 28, 2:00PM
Where: Pequot Library 720 Pequot Ave, Southport, CT 06890

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

Details to come!!!

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

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

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

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!

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.....

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

The Connecticut Accordion Association Orchestra in Concert!

When: Saturday, October 2 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

Anton & Joseph Klettner in Concert

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

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

Cody McSherry in Concert

Suggested Donation: $10.00

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.