accoAkademija
"Accoakademija" events
Rūta Šciogolevaitė and Paulius Zdanavičius. I will always love you. Whitney Houston
Premiere: Wed, 12 Apr 2023
About "Accoakademija"The "Accoakademija", led by world-renowned accordionist Martynas Levitskis, is not only an educational and training institution, but also a centre of cultural innovation that connects the world's cultures through music. The institution pays particular attention to accordion music, aiming to reveal the versatility of this instrument and its new sound possibilities. "Accoakademija" organises international composers' courses, music festivals and concert series that highlight the importance of the accordion on the contemporary music scene. Palendres International Composers Course One of "Accoakademija" most important initiatives is the Palendres International Composers' Courses, which each year brings together artists from different countries around the world to compose specifically for the accordion. This course, together with its culminating music festival, has become a tradition that allows composers and performers to share their work in non-traditional spaces. It is a unique project that encourages the emergence of new accordion works and promotes the modern sound of the accordion. Accordion Music Week The Accordion Music Week is another event organised by "Accoakademija" that presents the accordion as a versatile instrument suitable for both solo and ensemble performances. Launched in 2012, the concert series offers a multifaceted programme of music each year, featuring both classical and contemporary music. Sunday Music Brunch "Sunday Music Brunch is a fresh musical phenomenon that takes place in the "Accoakademija" studio. It is an event that combines a cosy atmosphere with music of exceptional quality, featuring artists and bands from different genres. "The Sunday Music Brunch gives listeners the opportunity to get up close and personal with new music and talented artists. Classic Live Show and Other Projects "Accoakademija" also organises the Classic Live Show, a unique format that combines classical music with spectacular scenography and charismatic soloists. In addition, the institution initiates various projects such as the "Fatališkas Tango Iššūkis", "95 Piazzolla Atspalviai", "Vivaldi Fenomenas" and collaborates with the "SinChronic" string quartet and the "Mikroorkéstra" string ensemble to promote accordion music and encourage innovation. Conclusion "Accoakademija" is more than a music education institution; it is a centre for cultural innovation and international cooperation. Through its initiatives, "Accoakademija" not only promotes the emergence of new music, but also pushes the boundaries of the accordion as a musical instrument, presenting it as a versatile instrument with a contemporary sound. Under the leadership of Martynas Levickis, "Accoakademija" continues its mission to promote and foster accordion music in Lithuania and abroad.