The Big Squeeze is back for its 18th Season!
OVERVIEW
Welcome to the 18th year of The Big Squeeze! We’re thrilled to announce some exciting updates for this year’s showcase.
As part of the showcase, we are extending invitations to select up to six student/teacher pairs to perform at each event (Edinburg, Austin, and Dallas). Additionally, for the Accordion Kings & Queens (AKQ) showcase, three student-teacher pairs will have the unique opportunity to take the stage.
We are dedicated to supporting and showcasing the talents of young accordionists statewide, and this year’s format, including community charrettes, reflects our commitment to fostering a vibrant accordion community. The Big Squeeze continues to celebrate the diverse musical expressions of talented young artists.
Thank you for being part of The Big Squeeze community, and we look forward to showcasing the remarkable talents of accordion enthusiasts across Texas. Stay tuned for more details, and don’t forget – The Big Squeeze Contest will make its return in 2025!
The Big Squeeze regresa para su 18ª temporada!
BIENVENIDO
¡Bienvenido al 18º año de The Big Squeeze! Nos emociona anunciar algunas actualizaciones emocionantes para la presentación de este año.
Como parte de la exhibición, estamos extendiendo invitaciones para seleccionar hasta seis pares de estudiantes/maestros para actuar en cada evento (Edinburg, Austin y Dallas). Además, para la presentación de Accordion Kings & Queens (AKQ), tres pares de estudiantes y maestros tendrán la oportunidad única de subir al escenario.
Estamos comprometidos en apoyar y destacar los talentos de jóvenes acordeonistas en todo el estado, y el formato de este año, que incluye charlas comunitarias, refleja nuestro compromiso con fomentar una comunidad de acordeones vibrante. The Big Squeeze continúa celebrando las diversas expresiones musicales de talentosos jóvenes artistas.
Gracias por ser parte de la comunidad de The Big Squeeze, y esperamos destacar los talentos notables de los entusiastas del acordeón en todo Texas. Estén atentos para más detalles, ¡y no olviden que el Concurso de The Big Squeeze regresará en 2025!
The Big Squeeze 2024 is supported by Texas Folklife Board Members, members across the State, Hohner, Inc., H-E-B, and TCA. Additional support is provided by regional partners: Bullock Texas State History Museum, The City of Houston through the Miller Theatre Advisory Board, Dallas Tourism Public Improvement District, Rancho Alegre, Dallas College and other stakeholders dedicated to the preservation and continuation of the accordion tradition.
Show your support for The Big Squeeze!
Support the contest by becoming a Texas Folklife Member or purchasing Texas Folklife Merch Online.
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The Big Squeeze offers a variety of opportunities for individuals and organizations to become sponsors of this distinguished program. For more information on becoming a Big Squeeze Sponsor, please email bigsqueeze@texasfolklife.org or call 512-441-9255.