Gus Viseur

Gus Viseur, a master of the accordion from France, launched his performances by playing in the fairs and markets that lined the streets of Paris before advancing into cabaret and nightclub settings. Across a career of notable influence, he supplied accompaniment for "the Sparrow" Edith Piaf while also appearing alongside the legendary Hot Club of France Quintet. His efforts proved central to shaping manouche, the accordion-jazz idiom he helped originate.