As a soloist or with an ensemble, accordionist David DiGiuseppe
offers a variety of quality programs, including music from
Celtic, French, Italian or American traditions.
He also presents family and educational shows
of songs and stories
.

David DiGiuseppe is a multi–faceted performer who has been playing professionally since 1978. Appearing as a soloist and with numerous groups, DiGiuseppe is an accomplished instrumentalist, singer and storyteller.

A nationally recognized accordionist, DiGiuseppe is known for his fiery and emotive playing, and is equally at home performing Irish tunes in a pub, French musettes in a cabaret, contra or Cajun music for a dance, or in the intimate setting of a concert hall.

DiGiuseppe plays for contra dances and in concert with his band FootLoose. He presents concerts of songs and instrumental pieces in a duo with guitarist Danny Gotham, and with his new ensemble Craicdown. He is also a member of the contra dance band Contrazz.

As a singer and storyteller, DiGiuseppe presents fun and informative family and educational concerts for schools, museums, libraries, etc. In addition to accordion, he plays mandolin, banjo, Irish cittern, Appalachian dulcimer, guitar and concertina.

DiGiuseppe has released three recordings showcasing his playing on music from Celtic, Parisian and American traditions. Reviewer John O’Regan of Ireland wrote, “…a player of immense talent and vision, David is a musician worth encountering.”

DiGiuseppe is also featured on four releases with his band FootLoose and appears on numerous CDs backing other musicians.

DiGiuseppe has written two extensive collections of traditional tunes arranged for accordion published by Mel Bay Publications. He is currently preparing an accordion technique volume soon to be released through Mel Bay.

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