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Video: Embryo Suite (1968) composed by Paul Creston

performed by Dr Robert Young McMahan, (Chair, AAA Composers’ Commission Committee)




Paul Creston Embyro Suite, 1st movement


Paul Creston Embyro Suite, 2nd movement



Paul Creston Embyro Suite, 3rd movement



The AAA Composers’ Commissioning Committee welcomes donations from all those who love the classical accordion and wish to see its modern original concert repertoire continue to grow. The American Accordionists’ Association is a 501(c)(3) corporation. All contributions are tax deductible to the extent of the law. They can easily be made by visiting the AAA Store at https://www.ameraccord.com/cart.aspx which allows you to both make your donation and receive your tax deductible receipt on the spot.

For additional information, please contact Dr. McMahan at grillmyr@gmail.com

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