Oklahoma Accordion Club

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Join Us on the Second Sunday of Each Month

Messiah Lutheran is at the intersection of NW Expressway and Portland Avenue, just west of I-44 and Baptist Hospital, and north of Deaconess Hospital on Portland Avenue. Use the south entrance—there is a covered portico at that doorway if the weather turns. Use the south entrance when weather is poor.

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At a Glance

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

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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.

News

The Oklahoma Squeezins

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

Also in this issue

July 2026Vol. 25, No. 11

The Oklahoma Squeezins

From the board

Prez sez

Maggie Abel · July 2026

Sadly, we received word that longtime Oklahoma Accordion Club member Cassi, mother of Anne Lopez, has passed on. Casimina H. Radicelli (née Contorno), affectionately known as "Cassi," went to be with the Lord on June 8, 2026, at the age of 101. Born in 1925, Cassi lived a life marked by faith, devotion to family, kindness, and unwavering love for those around her. A devoted Catholic, she lived her faith through her actions, always placing family, compassion, and service to others at the center of her life. Cassi was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jerry Radicelli, who passed away in June 2012. She graduated from John Hay High School in Cleveland in 1943 and was immediately hired by the White Motor Company as a secretary. Family and friends often joked that you could eat off her kitchen floor. Known for her bright smile, contagious laughter, and genuine warmth, Cassi made everyone feel welcome. More than anything, Cassi loved her family. Her legacy is one of faith, love, kindness, laughter, and quiet devotion.

— Maggie Abel

Meeting recap

Latest minutes

Sunday, June 14, 2026

June meetup

Eighteen members and two guests attended.

The Oklahoma Accordion Club held a meeting on Sunday, June 14, 2026, starting at 3:30 pm.

Accordion players who performed were Tom Phillips, Wayne Turgeon, Dick Albreski, Ron Shearon, Dana and Rod Kroutil, and Lois Roth.

Our next meeting will be Sunday, July 12, at 3:30 pm.

Because of poor vision I can no longer do the secretary job. If anyone is interested in being the club secretary, please speak to Maggie Abel. Thank you.

Who played

Tom Phillips, Wayne Turgeon, Dick Albreski, Ron Shearon, Dana Kroutil, Rod Kroutil, Lois Roth

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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.

Calendar

Dates & birthdays

Member birthdays

July birthdays

Membership roster

Diana RichardJuly 4
Lois RothJuly 6
Buck AndersonJuly 10
Frank Gesinski †July 14
Jacque WarrenJuly 15
Becca SmithJuly 18
Dick AlbreskiJuly 23
Bill HensonJuly 31

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 (AAA) holds its annual festival August 13th to the 16th, 2026, at the Marriott Philadelphia West in Conshohocken, PA. This event includes various educational and entertaining events plus foster camaraderie among accordion enthusiasts. Guests and artists include Cody McSherry, Don Gerundo, Emmanuel Trifilio Trio, Frank Busso Jr. Trio, Frank Busso Sr., Guenadly Lazarov, Joe Natoli, Nathan Chaperton, Peter Peluso, Peter Stan, Ray Oreggia, and the Accordion Pops Orchestra under direction of Al Terzo. For updates and registration, visit 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.

March 2027

Mar 17–21NAA Convention
HEADS UP!!! The next National Accordion Association Convention will be held from March 17th to the 21st, 2027 — not in Forney, Texas, the site of the last event. This next event will feature accordion bands and will be for all accordion enthusiasts, acoustic and digital, beginners and professionals. More to follow including the place in the next newsletter. Mark your calendars for this one.

Mark those calendars

Dick Albreski

Accordion music

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

Try em! You'll like em!

THIS MEANT a LOT! Recently I played for a retirement center. A lady came up to me after I completed my performance and said, "I am 81 years old, and I never liked the accordion until today!" What a tremendous compliment!

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

Connect

Ask the Club

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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Check the FAQ below for common questions. Local shops and performers are listed further down.

FAQ

Common questions

Your question may already be answered here before you send a message.

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.