Primary Instrument: Accordion
Nick Ballarini, accordionist, pianist, and bandleader is one of the area's most versatile musicians. Nick plays for weddings, corporate events and jazz festivals as a pianist and bandleader, as well as playing his accordion at Irish, French, Italian and German themed events. His repertoire ranges from classical to pop to the many ethnic styles associated with the accordion. During Nick's career he has played with many prominent musicians such as Luciano Pavarotti, Mel Torme and The Chieftans. He has become a favorite of accordion clubs around the country. Nick is available to play solo or with a band.
Last Updated: September 28, 2007
The Dallas accordion great shares a gift honed over 50 years of playing. He teaches at accordion camps and has played with luminaries including Mel Torme and the Chieftains.
Luciano Pavarotti gave Mr. Ballarini some memorable advice.
“I wasn't used to working with a conductor, and I had a solo,” Mr. Ballarini recalled. “The conductor lowered the baton at the rehearsal, and all of a sudden I played the opening solo twice as fast as it should have been played. So Pavarotti says, 'Hey, take it easy ��” it's-a your solo.' So I took it easy and I had-a my solo.”
"Accordion Extravaganza" DVD 2005, 5 hour Video with other accordion greats. . .
Disclaimer: All About Jazz is not responsible for the accuracy of the discographical data at the website(s) provided. If a link is no longer valid, please contact discography@allaboutjazz.com. Thank you.
Primary Instrument:
Accordion
Location:
Dallas, TX
Willing to teach:
Advanced students only.
Credentials/Background:
$60.00
Sorry, no recommendations at this time.
