Frank Baggetta, Toronto Accordion Player
More than 50 years of live accordion for weddings, Italian celebrations, cocktail hours, corporate events and private parties across Toronto and the GTA. Plan the music directly with Frank.
Who you're hiring
Frank Baggetta has played accordion professionally for more than 50 years. He holds a Bachelor of Music (MUS.BAC), an Associate diploma from the Royal Conservatory of Toronto (A.R.C.T.), and a Bachelor of Education (B.ED.), and he placed second at the World Accordion Competition in Ancona, Italy.
Frank has performed at the Molson Amphitheatre, Rogers Centre, Canada's Wonderland and the Royal Ontario Museum. He is the owner and musical director of Fb Entertainment Group. For sixteen years, he was musical director of the Johnny Lombardi Canadian Italian Song Festival. You plan the music directly with Frank, the musician who performs at your event.
Two ways Frank plays accordion
Strolling and ceremony accordion
For cocktail hours, guest arrivals, private parties and cultural celebrations, Frank can move through the room as he plays. He can also provide live accordion for wedding ceremonies.
Italian music and serenades
Frank's Italian repertoire includes 325 catalogued songs, including Neapolitan classics and modern Italian pop. Frank's full working library exceeds 3,000 songs.
Events Frank plays
- Weddings: ceremony, cocktail hour and reception.
- Corporate events: galas, award nights and receptions.
- Private parties and cultural celebrations: anniversaries, festivals and milestone events.
- Cocktail piano and jazz ensembles: when the event calls for more than accordion, through Fb Entertainment Group.
What people say
“Great Job Frank, As usual you put together an amazing talented festival Orchestra. And, the song festival contestants were outstanding. Thanks for your co-ordination and expertise in making the Johnny Lombardi Canadian Italian Song Festival another successful event.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Toronto Accordion Player FAQ
Rates depend on event length, location and whether you want accordion alone or a larger ensemble. Contact Frank directly for a quote for your date.
Accordion can work for wedding ceremonies and cocktail hours, Italian and cultural celebrations, corporate receptions and private parties. Frank can stroll among guests or play from one spot.
Yes. Italian standards, folk songs and serenades are part of Frank's repertoire. Browse his Italian music page and 325-song Italian repertoire.
Yes. Frank also plays piano. He can arrange jazz and other ensembles through Fb Entertainment Group.
Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area, including Mississauga, Vaughan, Woodbridge, Markham and Brampton.
Start with your date
Planning an event with live accordion?
Send Frank the date, venue or area, guest count and the kind of music you have in mind.