The Debutante Hour

The Debutante Hour
OriginNew York City
GenresAnti-folk, cabaret, vaudeville
Instrument(s)accordion, cello, baritone ukulele, drums
Years active2007 - present
MembersSusan Hwang
Mia Pixley
Maria Sonevytsky
Websitewww.thedebutantehour.com

The Debutante Hour are a trio, based in New York City, consisting of multi-instrumentalists Susan Hwang, Mia Pixley, and Maria Sonevytsky. Typically, Sonevytsky and Hwang trade off accordion and primary vocal duties, and Pixley plays cello, as well as providing additional vocals. Hwang and Sonevytsky also alternate playing "hobo drum kit", consisting of a mini bass drum and firecracker snare (usually with brushes), while standing. The group's approach spans a variety of styles, and includes elements of close harmony, vaudeville, cabaret, and Americana.