John Franceschina's Concerto for Accordion Orchestra is a creation the accordion world is simply not fortunate enough to see as much today as we did in the accordion's luster years (when the Deiro's, Galla-Rini's, and others were at the height of their careers in the 30's - 50's).  Also in Europe in the 60s we had composers like Torbjorn Lundquist and Wolfgang Jacobi pursuing this form for the accordion as well in a much more contemporary idiom.  There is no doubt that musical maturity and dedication to our instrument are prerequisites for a project like this to materialize.  We accordion enthusiasts are the very fortunate benefactors of Mr. Franceschina's unstoppable creativity and dedication and should be extremely appreciative that he continues to pursue this elevated art form for our instrument.  This work would be an especially important addition to the repertoire of any serious accordion orchestra, and the fact that it is engraved rather than in original manuscript is an especially important point in the readability and reduced rehearsal times for established ensembles.  The work is written in a contemporary style in three movements entitled Fantasia, Scherzo & Arioso, and Rondo, and is just one of many more accordion ensemble pieces from Mr. Franceschina.  Hopefully with luck and time, JANPress will be fortunate enough to bring these creations to you as well.