Frédéric Deschamps
Frédéric Deschamps is among the world's most renowned accordion pedagogues. His sound technical and musical training, alongside his many years of international experience, make him a sought-after mentor for accordionists of all ability levels.
International awards & achievements
Early in his career, Frédéric Deschamps won major international competitions:
1992
- 1. Prize Coupe Mondiale, Trossingen (Germany)
- 1st prize, Trophée Mondial, Recanati (Italy)
- 1st Prize International Competition, Klingenthal (Germany)
- State diploma as a music teacher
1998–2000
- Three awards as the best international teacher, Castelfidardo (Italy)
2007
- Title „Teacher of the Year“, awarded by the specialist magazine Accordion Accordionist
He prepared numerous internationally successful artists for their careers – including: Grayson Masefield (New Zealand), Petar Maric (Serbia), Pietro Adragna (Italy), Jérôme Richard & Vincent Peirani (France), Vladyslav Hrytsun & Viacheslav Moseichuk (Ukraine) – and many more.
Professional experience
- President of the Confédération Mondiale de l’Accordéon (since 2005)
- Jury member at international competitions such as CIA, CMA, Castelfidardo and Klingenthal
- Professor at the Paris Conservatoire IX (until 2001)
- Director of the Centre International de l'Accordéon, France
- Product developer and „Fun Line“ designer at Hohner (since 1993)
- Founder of the web TV channel „Deschamps Channel“ – 100% Accordion | Pioneer in online tuition and Skype masterclasses
- Collaboration with artists such as Josh Groban, LAAM, Francis Lemarque, Laetitia Casta, Charles Trenet
- TV presenter at France Télévisions („The Musette Time“, 2001)
- Accordion lecturer at the Haute École de Musique de Lausanne (2020)
