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The Big Squeeze - Austin
Join us for a celebration of accordion music excellence at this year's Big Squeeze Showcase! Presented in partnership with The Bullock Texas State History Museum, we're excited to feature renowned band, La Calma, as the headline act for this exciting event.
The best part? It's completely FREE and open to the public, with the festivities held outdoors and accessible for wheelchairs.
Prepare to be entertained by a talented lineup of performers, including Rodrigo Gonzalez with students Jayden Bucio, Adiel Vazquez, Alyssa Villarreal, and Ruby Acosta; Juan Longoria Jr. with Federico Longoria; Ashley Almanza; Abby Rodriguez; and Levi Burroughs. Special Performance by: Los Fresnos High School Conjunto Halcón
Featuring Percy Cardona as our engaging showcase host, this event ensures a memorable experience for all attendees. The Big Squeeze Contest will make its triumphant return in 2025, so be sure not to miss out on this extraordinary showcase!
RSVP today on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-big-squeeze-showcase-austin-tickets-883392870857
The Big Squeeze 2024 is made possible thanks to the generous support of Texas Folklife Board Members, members statewide, Texas Commission on the Arts, and H-E-B.
We extend our gratitude to our regional partners: Bullock Texas State History Museum, Rancho Alegre, The City of Austin Cultural Arts Division, The City of Houston through the Miller Theatre Advisory Board, Hohner Inc., Dallas College, Dallas Tourism Public Improvement District, Whole Earth Provision Co., The Texas Rangers, and other stakeholders dedicated to preserving and continuing the accordion tradition.
