Longest marathon playing accordion

Longest marathon playing accordion
Who
Christelle De Franceschi
What
75:26:8 hour(s):minute(s):second(s)
Where
France (Hergnies 59199)
When
Age Restriction: Applications for this record title will only be accepted if the applicant is 16 years of age or over.

The longest marathon playing accordion is 75 hr 26 min 8 sec, and was achieved by Christelle De Franceschi (France), in Hauts de France, France, on 21 to 24 June 2023.


Christelle has achieved this record for the second time, beating her previous record of 51 hr 43 min 40 sec. She decided to attempt this record as she is passionate about playing the accordion. She loves challenges so knew it was the right record for her.

She explains "The accordion has been my fellow traveller for more than 45 years. Playing music brings joyfulness and pleasure. I wanted to share this beautiful and extraordinary adventure with many people. What happiness!".