Frank Marocco

One of the most accomplished accordion players of his time, Frank Marocco hit his prime in the 1960s, doing everything from recording a solo album for Verve to working with Brian Wilson on the Beach Boys' Pet Sounds album. Born outside of Chicago, IL, Marocco began playing the accordion at a young age, studying with George Stefani for nine years before spending a year with Andy Rizzo, considered a master teacher for the time. While still in his teens, Marocco took first place in a national music contest and was awarded the chance to perform his winning solo with the Chicago Po...