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Oklahoma Accordion Club

“Our Squeezin' is Pleasin'!”

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At a Glance

Next meeting: Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 3:30pm–5:30pm Central Time

This month's theme

August meetup

Sunday, August 9, 3:30–5:30 pm at Messiah Lutheran Church. New website live at okaccordion.club — pictures, news, and videos. Snacks welcome.

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When
Second Sunday of each month · 3:30pm–5:30pm CT
Where
Messiah Lutheran Church, 3600 NW Expressway, Oklahoma City, OK 73112

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About

About the club

The Oklahoma Accordion Club is a volunteer group of accordion players and friends who have gathered in the Oklahoma City area since 2000. Whether you perform, are picking up the instrument again, or simply enjoy listening, you are welcome at our monthly meetups.

On the Second Sunday of each month we meet at Messiah Lutheran Church for themed programs, member performances, sing-alongs, snacks, and informal jamming afterward. Some meetings draw a crowd of players; others are a chance to hear a few polished sets and visit with people who share the same slightly unusual hobby.

We stay in touch between Sundays through The Oklahoma Squeezins, the club's online newsletter—“Our Squeezin' is Pleasin'!” Board messages, meeting minutes, birthdays, and festival dates from the newsletter are posted in News and Calendar as each issue goes out. Browse the newsletter archive for past issues.

Membership

Visitors & membership

Visitors are welcome at no charge. Optional dues are $20 per individual and $10 per family add-on. Lifetime membership is priced in The Oklahoma Squeezins. Open volunteer roles are listed further down in Connect— contact the club to volunteer.

Videos

On YouTube

Performances, clips, and Shorts from the club channel. Prefer photos? Jump to meeting photos above.

Blue Hawaii 07/12/26 - Oklahoma Accordion Club Meeting Performance

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More from the channel

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Community

Officers & local resources

Officers

President / acting newsletter editor

Maggie Abel

Vice President

Ron Shearon

Acting Secretary

Myke Dixon

Proofer, snacks & birthdays

Karen West

Webmaster & photographer

Diana Richard

Founder; lessons & repair

Dick Albreski

Just Accordions (sales, repairs & instruction) — contact under Connect.

Open volunteer positions

  • President
  • Secretary
  • Treasurer
  • Livestream tech
  • Historian
  • Librarian
  • Newsletter editor

Interested in an open role? Speak to the president at a meeting or contact the club.

Lifetime members
  • Maggie Abel
  • Jim Butricks †
  • June Butricks †
  • William "Rusty" Dolton
  • Frank Gesinski †
  • Janet Haskin
  • Roland Lohmann
  • Frankie Martinez
  • Bob Mansfield
  • Tom Phillips
  • Phil Scibelli
  • Ophelia Woody

Past presidents: Barbara Duer †, Dick Albreski

Organizations
National Accordion Association logo

National Accordion Association

National organization for accordion players.

NAA website
Local shop & instruction

Just Accordions

Sales · Repairs · Instruction

Dick Albreski

juaccord@hotmail.com
(405) 721-0564
7109 N.W. 102nd St., Oklahoma City, OK 73162

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Performers

Sounds Unlimited

Robert Mansfield

Accordion · Vocals · Keyboard · Gypsy jazz · Instruction

bobmansfield@cox.net
405-364-0037 · cell 405-550-2663
Norman, Oklahoma 73071

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Live music

The Bohemian Knights

Featuring master accordionist Dick Albreski

Music for parties and special occasions — polkas, waltzes, pop tunes & folk dances.

Booking: Milo Shedeck
405-748-5376
miloshedeck@cox.net

Often at the Czech Hall in Yukon, Oklahoma — check the hall site for dates.

Email bookingCallCzech Hall

News

The Oklahoma Squeezins

Current issue below. Newsletter archive — past PDFs and print editions.

Also in this issue

August 2026Vol. 25, No. 12

The Oklahoma Squeezins

From the board

Prez sez

Maggie Abel · August 2026

Next meeting coming up is Sunday, August 9, at 3:30 to 5:30 pm. This month begins a great gift from our member Myke Dixon, an updated website that contains our beautiful pictures, news, and videos of players. It will only go uphill from here. More will be added as fast as our little digital legs can carry us! Try it out today by clicking this link: https://okaccordion.club/ Look in all the pockets, tap on every option, thumb through years of meeting photos--identify old friends who played here before. This is your notice that the Oklahoma Squeezins newsletter is now digital rather than carved on a clay tablet like before! Your feedback is welcome and maybe some of your mementos can make their way into future issues! Check it throughout the month to see how it's changing and multiplying! xoxox Maggie (Prez Sez) Abel

— Maggie Abel

Meeting recap

Latest minutes

Sunday, July 12, 2026

July meetup

The Oklahoma Accordion Club met Sunday, July 12, 2026. President Maggie Abel called the meeting to order, and Vice President Ron Shearon led the Pledge of Allegiance. Myke Dixon served as acting secretary.

Lois Roth and Anne Lopez opened the musical portion of the meeting with "America the Beautiful" and "Happy Birthday."

Shayla Chavis-Smith performed "No Place Like Home" and "Old MacDonald."

Dana Kroutil and Rod Kroutil performed "Echo Waltz," "Noon Patrol," and "Two Kittens."

Dana Kroutil performed "Our Boys March."

Lois Roth and Anne Lopez returned to perform "Battle Hymn of the Republic" (club sing-along), "Blue Hawaii," "Wooden Heart," and "Love Me Tender."

John Warren performed the Notre Dame song and "By the Sea."

Dick Albreski and Barbara Yuill performed "Before They Take Me Away," "Mexican Fiesta," and "Bernadette."

Dick Albreski and Rod Kroutil performed "Danube Waves," a duet using a Palmer-Hughes arrangement.

Dick Albreski performed "Kiss Me Tonight," "Lover," and "Beer Barrel Polka."

Myke Dixon gave an update on the Oklahoma Accordion Club website and discussed video and ways it can be used to share club performances.

Dick Albreski gave club announcements.

Upcoming accordion events were discussed, including the National Accordion Association Convention in Mesquite, Texas, scheduled for March 17 through 21, 2027.

Respectfully submitted, Myke Dixon Acting Secretary

Who played

Maggie Abel, Ron Shearon, Myke Dixon, Lois Roth, Anne Lopez, Shayla Chavis-Smith, Dana Kroutil, Rod Kroutil, John Warren, Dick Albreski, Barbara Yuill

Download the original PDF if you prefer that format.

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Calendar

Dates & birthdays

Member birthdays

August birthdays

Membership roster

  • John BuchananAugust 1
  • Linda VodickaAugust 2
  • Maddie SmithAugust 2
  • Chuck VodickaAugust 7
  • Kristine AndersonAugust 20
Birthday list updates: Karen West

Upcoming

All our events

Club meetings and festivals — soonest first

August 2026

  • Sat, Aug 8Club meeting· 3:30pm–5:30pm CT

    Messiah Lutheran Church, 3600 NW Expressway, Oklahoma City, OK 73112

    3:30pm–5:30pm Central Time. Players and listeners welcome.

  • Aug 13–16AAA Annual Festival

    Marriott Philadelphia West, Conshohocken, PA

    The American Accordion Association (A.A.A.) will hold its annual festival on August 13th to the 16th, 2026 at the Marriott Philadelphia West in Conshohocken, PA. This event will include various educational and entertaining events plus foster camaraderie among accordion enthusiasts. Some of the guests, artists, conductors, and presenters are Cody McSherry, Don Gerundo, Emmanuel Trifilio Trio, Frank Busso Jr., Guenadly Lazarov, Joe Natoli, Nathan Chaperton, Peter Peluso, Peter Stan, and Ray Oreggia and the Accordion Pops Orchestra under the direction of Al Terzo. (The Accordion Pops Orchestra was started in 1970 by the Accordion Teachers Guild of New Jersey). For updates and registration, visit the American Accordion Association festival page at www.ameraccord.com. More info

September 2026

  • Sat, Sep 12Club meeting· 3:30pm–5:30pm CT

    Messiah Lutheran Church, 3600 NW Expressway, Oklahoma City, OK 73112

    3:30pm–5:30pm Central Time. Players and listeners welcome.

October 2026

  • Sat, Oct 10Club meeting· 3:30pm–5:30pm CT

    Messiah Lutheran Church, 3600 NW Expressway, Oklahoma City, OK 73112

    3:30pm–5:30pm Central Time. Players and listeners welcome.

March 2027

  • Mar 18–20NAA Convention

    Hampton Inn and Suites, 1700 Rodeo Drive, Mesquite, TX 75149

    National Accordion Association Convention for 2027. This will be in my mind one of the very best conventions for 2027. It will be held in Mesquite, Texas, at the Hampton Inn and Suites located at 1700 Rodeo Drive, Mesquite, TX 75149. The dates are Thursday March 18th to Saturday, March 20th, 2027. This will be the 41st year for the NAA and I am proud to announce that world-renowned Peter Soave and Cleveland-style polka pioneer Joey Miskulin (!!!) will be the featured artists. I will again conduct the Fun Band for those accordionists (acoustic and digital) who want an easy, relaxing, musical adventure. And for those who want a more intense opportunity, Gordon Kohl will provide the music. Jamming will be encouraged plus there will be workshops. This event is still in planning and there will be more added to the event as it progresses. For contact information currently go to NatLAccordion@sbcglobal.net or call Norman Seaton direct at 214-938-5984. Also visit www.accordions.com/naa. As I learn more so will you. Keep watching this article and keep squeezin'. More info

Mark those calendars

Dick Albreski

Accordion music

Check out the following sites for new and free accordion music:

Try em! You'll like em!

August is a time when we should start preparing for October. In October, we have Octoberfest and that's when the accordion really comes to life. No other instrument in my mind can sound as good as an accordion playing a German polka or waltz. We say German tunes but still play a lot of others that enhance the Octoberfest music. At this month's OAC meeting, I will start the trend and play a Octoberfest tune or two. How about you?

Festival dates from Dick's notes also appear in All our events above.

FAQ

Common questions

Your question may already be answered here before you contact the club.

When and where does the Oklahoma Accordion Club meet?

Second Sunday of each month, 3:30pm–5:30pm Central, at Messiah Lutheran Church, 3600 NW Expressway, Oklahoma City, OK 73112. Use the south entrance when possible. See Meetings for map and Zoom.

Do visitors have to pay to attend?

No. See Membership for optional dues.

How much does membership cost?

See Membership for current rates and lifetime pricing in News.

Can I join a meeting remotely?

Yes—Zoom details are under Meetings.

How do I contact the club?

Read the FAQ above first—your question may already be answered. Still need help? Use Ask the Club below, or email okaccordionclub@gmail.com. Tell us how you found us if you're new.

What is The Oklahoma Squeezins?

The club's monthly newsletter—published on this site in News and Calendar.

What happens at a typical meeting?

Performances, sing-alongs, snacks, and informal jamming—often with a monthly theme. Recent minutes in News describe what members played.

Should I bring anything?

Your accordion if you play, or come to listen. Snacks to share are welcome.

I'm new to accordion—any advice on getting started?

Founder Dick Albreski recommends renting with an option to buy and learning with a teacher. Ask about lessons and local help, or browse local contacts further down on this page.

Where can I find free accordion music online?

Links from Dick's column are in Calendar.

Does the club connect to national or regional accordion events?

Festival and conference notes are in Calendar; the club also links to the NAA further down on this page.

How do birthdays get listed in the newsletter?

From the membership application when you opt in. Updates go through Karen West—see Calendar or contact the club.

Are volunteer roles available?

Open positions are listed further down on this page. To volunteer, contact the club.

Where are meeting photos?

In Gallery, and linked from meeting minutes when an album is posted.

Contact

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We're glad you found us

Whether you're buying or selling an accordion, looking for lessons, need a repair tip, or hope to hire a performer, send us a note. We'll do our best to put you in touch with the right people in our community—players, teachers, and local contacts who can help.

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