A native of Indiana, Sylvia started piano lessons at 4, accordion lessons at 5, and her first public performance at 6. By age 9, she was entertaining professionally, performing in Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio. Locally her musical career included live radio & TV shows.
Sylvia went on to appear on the Lawrence Welk Show, toured two seasons with the Horace Heidt Show, as well as appearing on the Grand Old Oprey, to name a few. Sylvia was a popular nightclub entertainer in both the Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay areas for over 30 years. She also had two successful accordion studios in the Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay areas. Her public performances have included numerous nightclubs, restaurants, concerts, accordion clubs, and private parties.
She is currently performing and teaching in Redding, California, where she lives, and playing concerts and giving workshops for accordion clubs. Sylvia brings energy, fun, and laughter to her performances. You’ll not only appreciate her technical expertise, but you’ll find her performances a happy, “feel good,” experience.
We give a big welcome back to Sylvia Marie. She will be performing at the Tuesday lunch concert and be sure to check out her workshops.