Frank Baggetta - accordionist Professional accordionist with 55+ years experience performing at weddings, corp

A small performance area of approximately 6x6 feet and access to one standard electrical outlet. No large setup required — I travel light and set up quickly.

Venue address, parking or load-in instructions, and a contact name on site. If there is a sound limiter or noise restriction, please let me know in advance.

Yes, I am fully self-contained. I perform with a wireless Roland digital accordion and a Ketron Audya 5 rhythm unit for backing — no PA or additional equipment needed from the venue.

Background music can be provided between sets through my unit.
Song selection can be customized to suit the event’s mood and theme.

Performing at Rogers Centre in Toronto ranks among my proudest moments — playing for thousands of people in that atmosphere was unforgettable. I’ve also performed at the CNE and Budweiser Stage, and appeared on CHIN, Global, and Citytv.

Weddings and multicultural celebrations are my favourite. Every guest comes from a different background, and when I can play something that makes each person feel seen — that’s the magic of what I do.

I’ve been performing professionally for over 55 years, starting as a young musician in Toronto’s Italian community. I hold an ARCT and a Music degree from the University of Toronto, and finished 2nd at the World Accordion Championship in Ancona, Italy in 1975. I’ve never stopped performing since.

Fausto Papetti, Astor Piazzolla, and Frank Marocco shaped my style deeply. My greatest song of all time is probably Volare — it never fails to bring a room together.

Yes. My repertoire includes songs in Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Yiddish, Polish, Ukrainian, Tagalog, and Greek — ideal for multicultural events and diverse guest lists.

I arrive 30 minutes before the event and am set up and ready in under 15 minutes. I typically perform in sets of 45–60 minutes with short breaks, and I’m happy to adjust timing to suit the event schedule.

Yes, I can perform outdoors. I ask for a shaded area, a flat stable surface, and access to one electrical outlet nearby.

Absolutely. With a repertoire of over 3000 songs, I encourage clients to share their must-play list and any cultural or language preferences in advance. I tailor every performance to the audience.

Warm, engaging, and interactive. Clients often say I have a gift for reading the room — knowing when to play softly in the background and when to turn up the energy and get people on their feet.