Accordeon Fest – Vlatos Jazz Summer 2025

Like they don’t make it anymore

Get ready to swing, because Kate Dunphy, the sensational NYC-based accordionist and composer, is positively jazzed to make her grand return to Vlatos Jazz in 2025! Her tunes are a melodic whirlwind, bursting with impressionistic flair and steeped in the rich traditions of jazz, classical, and global rhythms that’ll make your soul dance. She’s bringing along a stellar crew for the ride: the dazzling violinist Maria Manousaki, the groovy bassist Lefteris Papadakis, and the electrifying Colombian percussionist Cristhian Quimbay. Together, they’re set to light up the stage with a sound that’s as vibrant as it is unforgettable!

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With the Quartet, the focus narrows to a tighter, four-piece format, delivering a refined dose of nostalgia with a modern edge. Expect lush, swinging renditions of standards that feel both timeless and rare – music “like they don’t make it anymore.” Dunphy, originally from New York, brings her harmonica mastery to the forefront, a rare lead instrument in jazz that adds a distinctive, wistful charm. The Quartet has a history of global performances and a devoted following, thanks to their authentic vintage style and Dunphy’s knack for channeling the spirit of bygone eras. Their appearance at Vlatos Jazz Summer 2025 marks a return to the stage after years, promising an intimate, unforgettable night under the Cretan sky!