Category Archives: Classical Accordion

Accordionist in Royal Overseas League Competition

Paul recently reached the keyboard section final of the Royal Over-Seas League Competition, held in London. This prestigious annual competition brings together the best musicians from the UK, and the Commonwealth. Making a strong impression with the judges, Paul demonstrated the capabilities and potential of the classical accordion with a programme which included pieces by Bach, Nagayev, Angelis and Moszkowski.
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Concert with Paragon Ensemble – 17th Feburary 2011

On 17th February, Paul performed in the world premier of a composition by Gareth Williams, for mixed chamber ensemble. Entitled “Home from Home” it was commissioned by the Paragon Ensemble for their 30th anniversary concert held in the Centre for Contemporary Arts in Glasgow. The Paragon Ensemble are renowned for their contribution to the generation and promotion of new music and so it was very positive to see the accordion being included in their latest commission. Continue reading

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Concert at The Merchants House of Glasgow – 15th December 2010

In 15th December, Paul Chamberlain took part in a concert for the members of the Merchants House of Glasgow. This was their annual Christmas concert and Paul performed alongside three other musicians, Marion Wyllie – Soprano, Andrew Huggan – Cello, and Geoffrey Tanti – Piano.

The concert was titled “Christmas Fantasia” and was an excellent opportunity to introduce the classical accordion to an appreciative audience, many of whom had not encountered it previously.

Paul performed a programme of which included works by Bach, Khachaturian, Angelis, Moszkowski as well as one of his own compositions – “Neva”.
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