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Papa Bavarian / Gruppo Gondolier
Papa Bavarian on VH1’s Oktoberfest at Houston Hall
Strolling Gondolier accordion player NYC -- the local favorite Gruppo Di Gondolieri!!!
Smitty's Polka Band Oktoberfest 2019 Promo
Tarantella Live Strolling 2020
2022 Hutte Upper East Side
2021 Solo Di Gondolieri
French Accordion and Parisian Artiste Costume
Smitty’s plays Rock Center 2018
romantic Eiffel Tower accordion show in NYC
Jazz, rock, pop and classical piano with or without singing!
2022 with Smitty’s Polka Band
Italian accordion specialist
Live keyboards at legendary Puglia Little Italy
Playing Elton John's Signature Red Piano
Overview
Papa Bavarian and Gruppo Gondolieri brings you around the world from Oktoberfest to Venice.
All major accordion traditions -- Italian, French, German -- plus Rock to Pop, Standards, and Sing-Along's the fans demand.
**Currently appearing in the Emmy-nominated HBO miniseries "The Plot Against America" (please watch!)** multiple current appearances at The Bronx Little Italy's strolling restaurant tour ** As seen on VH1's Oktoberfest and in the Wall Street Journal.
Contact here to book for Papa Bavarian, Smitty's Polka Band and Gruppo Di Gondolieri
Clients say: "Professional, talented and charming." / "A great voice with a rich tone" / "Would definitely re-hire for our next party."
Reviews
22 reviews
Shakira D.
September 25, 2025Great
The accordian player was a great addition to our Night in Paris Theme. He was punctual and played the entire time and played the entire room interacting with our guest. Would recommend.
Hired as: Accordion Player
Dino G.
August 4, 2025Great Experience
Josh was great! He gave our members a taste of Italy and added much excitement to our themed dinner night! We will be using him (hopefully the whole band) again very soon!!!
Hired as: Accordion Player
Marianna H.
January 17, 2024Birthday Party Entertainment
Josh was a fantastic addition to my grandmother's birthday party. He is an excellent musician and it's clear he has a true talent for entertaining. Would definitely hire him again!
Hired as: Accordion Player
Diane
October 31, 2023Octoberfest
Papa Bavarian was absolutely awesome!
Hired as: Accordion Player
Booking information
Price range: Contact for rates
Languages: English , German
Gig length: 15 - 240 minutes
What to expect
When you book Papa Bavarian, you will be working with a seasoned professional musician and booking agent with over two decades of music business and performance experience.
As such, feel free to call and discuss your event date with us to find out how easy it is to put your live music together.
Message us on GigSalad to inquire about a date or to find out how we can bring our various entertaining soloists, small combos, or full bands to your event!
About
Solo Accordionist, Accordion-centric bands and Keyboards solo available as a perfect match for Cocktail Hours, Holiday Parties, Corporate Functions, Weddings, Birthdays, and Fundraisers.
Wide selection of pieces from pop, rock, disco, Latin, sing-alongs, classical, jazz, and Top 40 to ethnic Italian, German, Bavarian and French folk traditions spanning over 100 years of music! Also sings in many languages including Italian, German, English, Polish and French.
Services offered
Past booked events
May 2026
16
Saturday
Anniversary Party
4:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Mahopac, NY
December 2025
13
Saturday
Christmas Party
4:00pm - 5:00pm
•
New York City, NY
September 2025
06
Saturday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
•
Coatesville, PA
July 2025
31
Thursday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Albany, NY
April 2025
26
Saturday
Religious Celebration
3:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Midland Park, NJ
August 2024
11
Sunday
Birthday Party
3:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Longmeadow, MA
January 2024
13
Saturday
Birthday Party
1:00pm - 2:30pm
•
Ambler, PA
October 2023
28
Saturday
House Party
4:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Closter, NJ
June 2023
24
Saturday
Birthday Party
4:30pm - 8:30pm
•
Flushing, NY
17
Saturday
House Party
8:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Oyster Bay, NY
March 2023
25
Saturday
Bridal Shower
1:00pm - 2:30pm
•
Oakland, NJ
February 2023
05
Sunday
Birthday Party
2:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Ozone Park, NY
October 2022
12
Wednesday
Corporate Event
10:30am - 2:30pm
•
Poughkeepsie, NY
December 2021
11
Saturday
Christmas Party
8:30pm - 10:30pm
•
Long Island City, NY
September 2021
30
Thursday
Corporate Event
6:00pm - 9:00pm
•
New York City, NY
12
Sunday
Birthday Party
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
New City, NY
July 2021
25
Sunday
Retirement Party
2:00pm - 3:00pm
•
Huntington, NY
May 2021
15
Saturday
Personal Occasion
4:00pm - 4:30pm
•
New York City, NY
March 2021
31
Wednesday
Personal Occasion
1:00pm - 1:30pm
•
Middle Village, NY
November 2020
21
Saturday
Birthday Party
8:30pm - 9:00pm
•
Long Beach, NY
March 2020
07
Saturday
Birthday Party
7:00pm - 8:30pm
•
West Chester, PA
February 2020
22
Saturday
Corporate Event
2:00pm - 4:00pm
•
New York City, NY
14
Friday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 9:30pm
•
New York City, NY
December 2019
19
Thursday
Christmas Party
8:30pm - 9:15pm
•
Bronxville, NY
August 2019
10
Saturday
House Party
7:30pm - 9:30pm
•
Hewitt, NJ
June 2019
09
Sunday
Dinner Party
3:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Bellmore, NY
May 2019
11
Saturday
Personal Occasion
1:00pm - 4:00pm
•
Cresskill, NJ
April 2019
20
Saturday
Funeral/Memorial Service
5:00pm - 6:00pm
•
Yonkers, NY
February 2019
14
Thursday
Restaurant/Bar Event
6:00pm - 9:30pm
•
New York City, NY
October 2018
21
Sunday
Personal Occasion
4:00pm - 8:00pm
•
New Haven, CT
August 2018
11
Saturday
Birthday Party
8:00pm - 10:00pm
•
New York City, NY
October 2017
21
Saturday
House Party
7:00pm - 8:30pm
•
Clifton, NJ
May 2017
12
Friday
Birthday (Adult)
9:30pm - 10:15pm
•
New York City, NY
April 2017
05
Wednesday
Retirement Party
5:30pm - 7:00pm
•
New York City, NY
Set list
Please contact for song lists.
Influences and inspiration
Dean Martin, Andrea Bocelli, Doris Day, Petula Clark, The Godfather and many more.
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