Max Marino is a musician and composer celebrated for his evocative mastery of the French accordion, an instrument emblematic of the heart and soul of Musette music originating from the early twentieth century in Parisian bistros and bal-musettes. With a nostalgic yet fresh approach to this traditional genre, Marino has breathed new life into the French music scene, connecting audiences to the golden era of French accordion with his virtuosic playing style. His passion for the genre is palpable in each note, transporting listeners to the cobblestone streets of old Paris, where the intimate sound of his accordion blends with the clinking of glasses and the murmur of a bygone bohemian life.

Max Marino’s recent works, including "French Accordion - Musette Style, France," along with the volumes of "Bal Musette & Guinguette France," are testaments to his dedication to preserving and celebrating the heritage of French popular music. These albums serve as anthologies that capture the romantic, wistful, and ultimately joyous spirit of the bal musette and guinguette establishments once central to French social life. By charting the course through the history of Musette with his finely crafted arrangements and performances, Marino has established himself as both a guardian of tradition and an innovative artist who continues to shape the genre for new generations of music lovers.

Genres

Bal-musette

Latest Release

French Accordion - Musette Style, France

Max Marino

Album - 18 Tracks - Released October 1, 2008