Quick Links: May 26, 2007

Interview with Lidia Kaminska, Classical Accordionist
Hugh Sung interviews classical accordionist Lidia Kaminska in the first of a three-part video interview. In this episode, Lidia explains how the chromatic button accordion works and shows off her incredible skills.
Corky Bennett
Corky Bennett is a veteran accordionist/pianist in Reno, NV. He also served as Dick Contino’s arranger and conductor for many years, and still does shows with Dick and his own act around the country.
Bester Quartet Cancels US Tour
Unfortunately, the Bester Quartet has canceled its US tour, which was to include double-bills with Motion Trio in Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, and Washington, DC. (We’ve updated the listings on our calendar.)