Business Details
Murl Allen Sanders - Seattle's Premier Accordion Virtuoso & Educator
Murl Allen Sanders is a distinguished musician, composer, and educator with a career spanning decades. Our expertise lies in accordion and piano performance, composition, and music education, serving students and audiences across Seattle and internationally. With collaborations ranging from the Seattle Symphony to Brazilian virtuoso Chico Chagas, we bring a global perspective to music. Our experience includes two grants from The Seattle Mayor's Office of Arts and Cultural Affairs and ASCAP Plus Awards for concert compositions. We specialize in jazz, blues, klezmer, and Brazilian styles, offering private lessons and workshops for all skill levels.Our work has been recognized through performances at prestigious festivals and venues worldwide, including the National Accordion Convention and Paramount Theatre. We are committed to fostering musical innovation, as evidenced by our groundbreaking Accordion Concertos No. 1 and No. 2. Our teaching philosophy emphasizes technical mastery and creative expression, drawing from over twenty years of private instruction and adjunct faculty roles at Cornish College of the Arts and Shoreline Community College. We maintain strong ties to the Seattle music community while engaging audiences through international tours and recordings on Jazz Moon Records.
Services
Accordion Lessons
Piano Instruction
Music Composition
Workshops
International Performances
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of private music instruction experience in Seattle.
- Our team collaborates with internationally renowned artists like Chico Chagas and Seattle Symphony.
- We received ASCAP Plus Awards for concert compositions in 2009 and 2010.
- Our unique expertise spans jazz, klezmer, Brazilian, and classical accordion styles.
- We provide instruction at both private and institutional settings including Cornish College.
Associations and certifications
- ASCAP
What people say
Amazing accordionist
Outstanding performance
Fantastic show
Top notch musicianship
Thrilling everyone
Services
Accordion Lessons
Private accordion instruction for all skill levels in Seattle. Specializing in jazz, blues, klezmer, and Brazilian styles. Lessons emphasize technical mastery and creative expression through personalized curricula.
Music Composition
Original composition services including orchestral works and chamber music. Expertise in creating accordion concertos and contemporary classical pieces. Collaborations with symphonies and chamber ensembles demonstrated through multiple premieres.
International Performances
Solo and ensemble performances at global venues and festivals. Experience spans from Seattle Symphony collaborations to Brazilian festival appearances. Includes both classical and contemporary repertoire across diverse cultural settings.
Workshops
Accordion masterclasses at international festivals and conventions. Focus on technical development and stylistic versatility. Designed for intermediate to advanced players seeking professional growth opportunities in various musical traditions.
Piano Instruction
Private piano instruction covering classical foundations and contemporary applications. Curriculum integrates improvisation techniques and genre exploration. Serves students from beginner to advanced levels with customized learning approaches.
People
Murl Allen Sanders
Musician & Educator
Award-winning accordionist and composer with teaching roles at Cornish College and Shoreline Community College. Recipient of ASCAP Plus Awards and Seattle Mayor's Office grants for musical compositions.
Questions
What instruments do you teach?
I offer private instruction in accordion and piano for students of all skill levels.
Do you perform internationally?
Yes, I perform globally including recent appearances in Brazil, Japan, and across the United States.
What music styles do you specialize in?
My expertise spans jazz, blues, klezmer, Brazilian, and classical accordion repertoire.
Are workshops available?
I conduct accordion workshops at international festivals and conventions throughout the year.
Where can I hear your music?
My recordings are available on Jazz Moon Records, including the 'Stories of Lucile' album.
What teaching credentials do you have?
I hold a Music Education degree from University of Washington and teach at Cornish College and Shoreline Community College.
