Angelo Debarre, Ludovic Beier - Paris Swing Ballad (2009)

The accordion has certainly taken a wondrous musical journey—from ethnic instrument to the definition of cheesy and then back to the creative realm of world music. But to close listeners, it always had an expressive and unique sound that lent itself to smart jazz improvisation. Thanks to the brilliant compositions and playing of Astor Piazzolla, the instrument has carved a solid place in musical invention. Here is album in which the instrument makes joyous and vital music.