Sequim Accordion Social to feature Bonnie Birch Trio

The next Sequim Accordion Social is set for 1-4 p.m. Sunday, March 11, at the Shipley Center, 921 E. Hammond St. Join fellow accordion players, enthusiasts and dancers for an afternoon of music and fun.

All players are encouraged to bring their instrument and play a few selections.

Admission is a suggested $2 donation at the door to cover the hall rental. A small voluntary donation for the featured musician is also welcomed.

Featured act this month is The Bonnie Birch Trio. Bonnie Birch is head of the organizing committee for the Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration. She began studying the accordion at age 7 and focused mainly on classical-style playing. She has entered and won many competitions, playing professionally for many types of events in the Northwest including restaurants, dances, French, German, Italian festivals, the Seattle Art Museum and others.

In Sequim, Birch will be joined by guitarist Nick Heiting and tuba player Paul Ostler, musicians she has worked with for more than 15 years.