ExtrAccordionary
Technician of the Accordion
Joe Domitrowich
As both performing artist and self-described technician of the accordion, Joe’s technical mastery of the modern-day accordion, and his innovative and capricious styling coalesce to render his performances both challenging and entertaining. Embracing the nostalgic, old-world timbre of the accordion’s reeds, Joe often orchestrates the sounds from a variety of musical instruments into his arrangements, sometimes covering the roles of all the instruments in an ensemble or band. These arrangements he then performs live on a single instrument without the use of pre-recorded tracks. In this way, Joe preserves the spontaneity and “life” in his music, creating a truly unique experience that captivates audiences at public events, intimate family gatherings, or novelty concerts. Joe’s distinctive blend of tradition, innovation, and technology leaves an ‘ExtrAccordionary’ and lasting impression, especially when experienced…LIVE.
Testimonials
“Wow! Can this guy play! He is so talented! And he brings an array of equipment with him so that he sounds amazing! I can’t say enough good things about him. Not only is his repertoire enormous, he communicated well with me…If you need entertainment for your next party, Joe is your guy!”
From daughter of 100 year old birthday celebrant.
“It’s just amazing what you can do with the Concerto Accordion… absolutely fantastic. You have personality, technique, style…and you are really, really great.”
From Band Director and Accordionist.
“The music was fabulous – just what we wanted. Everyone loved your accordion, your personality and your selections. I am so blessed to have crossed your path, just in time!”
From daughter who organized father’s birthday celebration.
“I have heard and seen you play and you make that Concerto Accordion talk.”
From fellow accordionist.
“All I can say is WOW absolutely brilliant what a talented "Duo Internationale" you are!! You folks could work almost in any classy place…you will always be well received.”
From fellow musician re Duo Internationale ensemble.
“Thanks for adding the perfect musical element - both solemn and fun with your professional touch….terrific to work with, low key, helpful, agreeable.”
From mother of the bride
…the best event ever… people were just memorized by <Liana’s> voice and songs. And everyone loves…when you and violin player stroll and play.”
From the event organizer re a Café Vienna performance
Joe's Buttons and Keys
Repertoire
- Music of Europe
- Traditional & Classical
- Oktoberfest and Alpine
- Italian, Swiss, French
- Vienna Classics
- Eastern Europe
- Slavic and Balkan
- Latin Standards
- Ballroom & Big Band
- 1940s-50s-60s-70s
- Signature Variety Arrangements
Music Samples
Memories of Italy
Blue Danube
Take Five
Dark Eyes
Czardas
Brazil
Cumparsita
Princess Polka
Acts: Solo, Duo, Trio, Band
Restaurant Venue Solo Performances
An intimate restaurant setting is one of Joe’s favorite kind of performances. Joe occasionally strolls wirelessly to take requests and to engage the guests as appropriate. As a restaurateur, whether yours is an event or theme driven occasion, a private party, or entertainment on a regular basis to attract clientele and bring them back again and again, contact or call Joe to explore how he can help.
Private Event/Family Celebrations
Add a timeless touch to any special family gathering whether for a theme party, a wedding (reception, ceremony or cocktail hour), birthday, anniversary, engagement, reunion, retirement, baptism and more. Joe will collaborate with you to plan and tailor his live performance for a fun, successful, and personally satisfying occasion…one that you and your guests will enjoy and remember for a long time to come.
Oktoberfest/Alpine Solo and Band
Oktoberfest-themed parties and public events are a Joe specialty. He will work with your budget to arrange a solo or band performance with horns, drums…the whole works. Dressed in Oktoberfest attire and mingling wirelessly with the audience, Joe entertains to build camaraderie and revelry for audience participation in singing and dancing to the best in live and spontaneous and authentic Oktoberfest and Alpine music. Ask about Pete Estabrook’s alphorn performance for your event. Contact Joe for a custom quote for your own Oktoberfest event.
Signature Solo Variety Concert
As self-described “technician of the accordion”, Joe’s concert performances feature his capricious and distinctive signature arrangements of both familiar and specialty novelty selections and are great attractions for special events, public and private. Joe loosely describes these as “From Strauss to Santana” or “From Brubeck to Beethoven”. Contact Joe for a complete repertoire list.
Ensemble Café Vienna Trio
Configuring with accordion and classical violin, and often as trio with vocalist Liana, this ensemble delivers the timeless music of Old Vienna, with influence from the surrounding and nearby countries, including Hungary, Czech Republic, Germany, Russia, France, Italy and more. For a nostalgic journey into music going back in time, ask Joe for a quote for your event.
Ensemble Duo Internationale
Featuring vocalist Liana Braunova Derner – professional vocalist extraordinaire – Joe and Liana perform the enchanting music of countries around eastern and western Europe as well as variety contemporary pop selections. This is a special musical treat like none other. Joe and Liana are available for both public and private events. To add a touch of class to your event, contact Joe for repertoire and more information.
Ballroom and 50-70s Pop Band
Capriccio Dance Band: Configuring as full band with vocalist/guitarist and drums, we can play while you dance the night away to your evergreen favorites from the 40s through the 60s and into the 70s. Call us for a quote for a fun-filled dance-band with a variety of ballroom dance styles, i.e. Swing, Foxtrot, Latin and Classic Rock. We know how to shake things up.
PA System for Large Audiences
All the performances described here include a wireless mic for use of guests' testimonials and for commentary at private events, and public announcements in other venues. In the case of a larger indoor or outdoor event from the selection above that requires a full PA system, this will be part of the pre-booking discussion and will be reflected in a custom quote for your event.
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