Tony Marconi the Organgrinder Bio/info

Whatever you wish to call it, it certainly identifies Tony Marconi, the Organ Grinder. And what a wonderful way to greet your fair or festival guests. Here is the perfect choice to add a touch of nostalgia, an old-time ambiance to your event.                                                                                                   Being mobile, Tony can reach even the most remote areas of the grounds with his bright and happy music.An informal format allows Tony to stop and present short interactive shows (example: teaching youngsters how to crank the organ and earn an 'assistant organ grinder's union card').                                                                                                     Your guests will watch, smile and laugh (and then sometimes sing along) as the Organ Grinder cranks out a lively toe-tapping melodies of yesteryear. Tony revives a bit of the past. He's a happy reminder of the 'good old days'.                                                                                                      The Organ Grinder can stroll throughout grounds and exhibit buildings. He can 'liven up' otherwise dead areas and attract potential customers to remote venders or attractions. At a fixed location he can provide his light-hearted musical selections to rest areas, entertain those waiting for popular attractions and generally provide an upbeat feeling to your event. Or, if you wish, he can alternate his strolling with performances at a fixed location. Flexibility might well be Tony's middle name.     If needed, his antique hand-turned organ can be amplified and heard from a great distance to draw in the people (equipment supplied).

From his genuine European hand-cranked pipe organ Tony offers a kaleidoscope of cheerful music soul stirring marches, toe-tapping tangos, lilting waltzes, peppy polkas, south-of-the-border