See you at The Cotati Accordion Festival, August 15-16, 2026
Also check the Cotati Accordion Festival Facebook Page for more details!
September 27th: The Noel-Hubbard Duo: Richard Noel & Janice Hubbard!
The Noel–Hubbard Duo brings energy, versatility, and artistry to every performance. Richard Noel is an innovative digital accordionist whose custom programming on the digital accordion allows him to move seamlessly across nearly any musical style. His YouTube channel, BakersfieldAccordion, has earned more than ten million views, showcasing dynamic arrangements ranging from film themes to classical favorites and contemporary standards.Janice Hubbard had a 35-year career with the internationally acclaimed children’s music group Parachute Express performing across the United States and around the world to enthusiastic audiences. She brings expressive vocals, rhythmic percussion, and broad stylistic range to the duo. With their combined skills there are few limits to what this duo can do.
Together, they weave instrumental virtuosity and vocal warmth through swing, rock, folk, Country, Latin selections, and music from around the world. Based in Ventura, California, the Noel–Hubbard Duo performs for weddings, anniversaries, club events, festivals, retirement communities, and house concerts delighting audiences with creative arrangements and an engaging stage presence. They have a weekly Sunday afternoon engagement at the Greek Restaurant at Ventura Harbor where they have built a loyal following of patrons who appreciate the duo's unique approach to music.
October 18th, 2026: Accordion Circle - at the Piedmont High School Student Center,Building B!
October's SFAC Accordion Circle get-together will once again meet at the Piedmont High School Student Center, Building B, 800 Magnolia Avenue, Piedmont, CA 94611. What was a one-time experiment has taught us that there are many people with an interest in the accordion in the East Bay and we have found a way to reach out to them. We hope all members from wherever you live in the Bay Area will participate.
Accordionists of all skill levels are welcome – from beginners to seasoned experts, and anyone in-between.
If you don’t play the accordion, join the event anyway and cheer the players on Please contact Ken Schwartz at info@sfaccordionclub.com if you would like to be added to the playlist.
Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
There will be no meeting in November!