The Edgecomb Community Church will be hosting an afternoon performance of “A Musical Journey from Around the World,” by the Maine Squeeze Accordion Ensemble on Sunday, Aug. 16 at 4 p.m.

The Maine Squeeze Accordion Ensemble play eclectic ethnic music from around the world, from traditional foot-tapping polkas to waltzes to zydeco, as well as original tunes.Their music, drawn from around the world as well as original tunes, showcases the versatility of the accordion from high energy, foot tapping tunes to mesmerizing numbers that emphasize the drama and beauty of the instrument. This special summer performance will feature songs and dances from Sweden, Ireland, Finland, Poland, Italy and more.

The concert of lively music will begin at 4 p.m. in the sanctuary of Edgecomb Community Church located at 15 Cross Point Road, Edgecomb.

All are welcome! Come join us for a wonderful afternoon of lively, foot tapping accordion music! Refreshments will be served. Free will offerings are gratefully accepted. For further information please call the Edgecomb Community Church at 822-4060

The following musicians will be performing during this special summertime program.

Sally Trice started playing accordion as a child. She was drawn to the instrument then and still finds it fun to play. She also teaches accordion and is working with students of all ages. She has been playing with the Maine Squeeze for 10 years.

Nancy 3. Hoffman is a singer, accordionist, pianist, and musical director. In addition, she is the instigator, director, and curator of the World’s Only Umbrella Cover As a cabaret singer, Ms. Three is well known for singing in six or seven languages on any given program.

Peter Blackstone is an avid composer of original music on accordion and guitar. He first studied the accordion in 4th grade. He has played in a Zydeco band, an African band, and the Poor Valley Salvation Society, an old time gospel band. In his spare time he is an avid gardener, growing rare orchids.

Janine Blatt made her accordion debut in 1996 with a homegrown Peaks Island group, Squeeze Please! and has been playing ever since.

Barbara Truex lives in Windham and splits her time between playing, composing, teaching, theatrical sound design, arts administration, and community radio. Her primary instruments are mountain dulcimer (acoustic and electric), ukuleles and guitar, but her second love is tapping away for accordions.

Alina Blakesley was born in England to Polish immigrants and honors her roots through Polish songs and dances. Her motto is “Look to your roots and find a jewel shinning bright in your being.” She enjoys ballroom dancing and competes every year at the Easternsport dance championships in Boston.