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One of the most outstanding members of The Bash for 2023!

Best of 2023

One of the most outstanding members of The Bash for 2022!

Best of 2022

Springfield

Missouri

Squeeze Play  - Dan and Kim Christian   Accordionists Extraordinaire
 
     Dan and Kim Christian are wonderfully enthusiastic musicians who have an extensive, versatile repertoire which encompasses just about every style and genre of music imaginable. Ethnic Styles include: Italian, French, German, Greek, Argentine, Russian, Spanish, Irish and more. Styles of American music include: Boogie, Ragtime, Rock and Roll, Patriotic, Gospel, Big Band, Jazz, Pop and more. With this extensive repertoire,the Christians play a wide variety of gigs including Corporate Functions, Italian Festivals, Octoberfests, French Parties, Weddings, Concerts, Big Band - Swing Events, Church Concerts, Veteran Celebrations, etc. For specialized Events and Concerts, the Christian Duo performs favorite light Classical pieces such as Malaguena by Enresto Lecuona, Sabre Dance by Aram Katchutarian, Hoe Down by Aaron Copland and Festive Overture by Dimitri Shostakovich.

     These artists show just how versatile and virtuoso the accordion can be. People are amazed that just 2 accordions can produce so much music. With the magic of midi accordions, this duo sounds like a 14 piece orchestra.  

Dan and Kim have performed extensively throughout the US, with engagements in Canada and as far away as Beijing, China at the Beijing Philharmonic Hall. Kim and Dan produced and starred in their own production entitled "Music Makes the World Go Round" which ran for 2 impressive years in Branson, MO. While in Branson, the Christians performed along side Bobby Vinton, Andy Williams, Les Brown and many other fabulous entertainers.

Kim is a United States National Champion and a World Champion Bronze Medalist. Dan is a 4 time Virtuoso Accordion Champion. They have both taught the accordion for over 35 years, and  have established themselves among the top accordionists in the World. Their passion is performing and sharing the magical versatility of the accordion with as many people as possible.They have performed well over 200 gigs a year for the past 15 years. No matter the size of the gig, Dan and Kim thoroughly enjoy every performance. The Christian's share their love, passion and joy for music wherever they go. From small intimate parties to large Italian, Octoberfest events, to Corporate functions, to weddings, to Fine Art Center performance; 

Squeeze Play is sure to please every audience with a unique, one of a kind experience that will be remembered and cherished for a lifetime.
    

Themed Events Include:

Fine Arts Programs
Jazz Festivals
Octoberfests
Italian Festivals
Irish Celebrations
French Celebrations
Big Band Swing Events
Patriotic Celebrations
Corporate Parties/Functions
Private Parties
Weddings


Previous Engagments Include:

Beijing Philharmonic
Branson Star Theater
Branson Tower Theatre
Hughes Brothers Theater
Colorado College
Troy University
University of Dallas
Midwest Arts Series
Nebraska Fine Arts Series
Las Vegas International Accordion Convention
National Accordion Association

This is what people have to say:

"We have been to 8 shows in Branson, and this was our very favorite!" Jim and Mary Button

"The Christians made our wedding the most special wedding we could ever imagine." Mary Scheffler

"Wow! I had no idea the accordion could do all that!" John Evans - 16 year old

"The Best of the Best!"  Tony Lovello - fellow accordion artist

"These guys blow me away!"  Jim Hayes  Bass player for Dolly Parton

What a wonderful time we had at our St. Patrick's  Day Party with Squeeze Play!  They are so talented, and they really engaged our residents! Thanks so much for making it special! -Barathaven Alzheimer's Special Care Center

Plan to book them again. Amazing couple who play a variety of songs. They made my moms 95th birthday very special!??

Great communication before the event, super nice peeps, great interaction with the audience, played longer than we had paid them for, they brought all of their own equipment. Will recommend them to anyone!

In the Mood

Zorba the Greek

Under Paris Skies

Beer Barrel Polka

Libertango

Irish Jig Medley

Dixieland Rag

Take the A Train

Vegas 2017 004

Variety Band

Big Band

Jazz Band

Oldies Band

Polka Band

Swing Band

Italian Band

Irish Band

German Band

Acoustic Band

World Music Band

That's Amore

Sabre Dance

Malaguena

The Prayer

Evergreen

Military Tribute

Wow! Dan & Kim can flat out play and entertain! Our senior adult group had a fabulous time! Couldn't have imagined it going better! 

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