The group was formed out of the Golden State Accordion Club. The band is made up of several types of accordions, including piano, button box and chromatic. These instruments are perfect for our European style music. We are strong promoters of polka and waltz music because of the fun, good times, and enjoyment this music gives to our audiences. We believe this ethnic music is wonderful to play, and we have made a commitment to keep it alive.
The Golden State Accordion Club started in 1991 and is a very active organization. We meet three times a month at the following three locations: Sacramento Chapter meets every 4th Wednesday at: Dante Club, 2330 Fair Oaks Blvd., music starts at 6:30 pm. Vacaville Chapter meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at: Creekside Bar and Grill, 555 Main Street, music starts at 6:30. Humboldt Chapter meets every 3rd Tuesday at Humboldt Swiss Club, 4503 Tomkins Hill Road, Loleta, music starts at 7:00 p.m. More info available on line at www.gsaccordionclub.netfirms.com.
The club is also very proud of its scholarship program, which helps make sure accordion music is available to young players. This past year the club gave out 16 scholarships to youngsters ranging in age from 6 to 15. At this point we have given out more the $25,000 in scholarships.
We hope that you will be able to visit us at one of our club meetings; and, if you would like more information about this club or band, stop by our jam tent here at Cotati or you can contact Carole at 707-864-2359.
