Ralph Muscatell
May 15, 1927 to May 22, 2013 Ralph passed away about 3:00 PM May 22 2013. He had just turned 86 on May 15 2013. He battled with cancer for quite some time after suffering a stroke 4 years ago. He was one of the most fun, sarcastic and vivacious button boxers I have ever played with. Having only learned the accordion at the age of 69, he went on to play with the Golden State Accordion Club band for many years after having attended Joe Smiell summer music camps. His wife Ann will be staying in the house in Windsor and has help, she has MS. Ralph was a longtime member of ACR and GSAC.
His channel on YOUTUBE is “Musky527”. He has uploaded about 130 videos (almost all accordion but also my mandolin ensemble) which he took himself, having also learned to record and upload using the latest in MAC technology! Not a simple thing to do in your early 80s!
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Submitted by
Sheri Magnano
The Fontana Button Accordion Club has a new free advertising list.
You can find this at http://fontanabuttonaccordionclub.org/osclass/index.php just copy this link into your search bar and help your self. Our member, George Bachic, has taken advantage of this.
The Cotati Accordion Festival
Start looking for information about the upcomming Accordiuon Festival at http://cotatifest.com/ and dont miss the John Volpi write up by Sheri Mignano.
ACR Band Update
The ACR Band will have its next meeting on May 20th 6:30 before the ACR general meeting. All levels of players are welcome. It helps if you can read sheet music. Bring an accordion and a good measure of enthusiasm. If you would like to play in the band, please contact Steve Balich at 707-874-3494.
2013 Coupe Mondiale Accordion Competition and Festival
August 17th-25th
The 66th Annual Coupe Mondiale to be held in in Victoria, BC and Hosted by the BC Accordion Society. This years prize budget exceeds over $50,000. For information about tickets to events, all inclusive “Early Bird” discount packages, accommodations please contact via e-mail: coupe2013@gmail.com
For more information visit the Coupe Mondiale Website http://www.coupemondiale.org/2013/ca_coupe_main.htm
