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  • Exploring the Benefits of Toy Accordions for Children

    Exploring the Benefits of Toy Accordions for Children

    Toy accordions can give children a unique way to sharpen their musical sensibilities and skills. Through playing with them, kids are able to nurture the ability to recognize melodies instinctively and improvise as they go along – great for inspiring creativity!

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  • The Melodic World of Sheng: A Chinese Free-Reed Folk Instrument

    The Melodic World of Sheng: A Chinese Free-Reed Folk Instrument

    Many music historians believe that the Chinese free-reed instrument, Sheng, is an ancestor to the modern-day accordion. Considering the working principles of this folk instrument, these claims could be valid. Both musical instruments are free-reed based and deeply rooted in folklore music. Let’s acquaint ourselves with the Sheng and its similarities with the modern accordion.

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  • Lights, Camera, Accordion!  The Al Yankovic Story

    Lights, Camera, Accordion! The Al Yankovic Story

    The Al Yankovic Story biopic is truly a masterpiece and it couldn’t have come at a better time. Just when the accordion begun experiencing a revival as a musical instrument in the US, fans of Al Yankovic songs and accordionists worldwide are raving about this film. Let’s take a look at some interesting facts about…

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  • Christmas carols and melodies for the Accordion

    Christmas carols and melodies for the Accordion

    Christmas carols are songs we associate with the most wonderful holiday season we look forward to with joy. Without them, Christmas simply wouldn’t be Christmas. How did they come about and can they be played on an accordion? Let’s find out in this article.

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  • Folk dances for the Accordion

    Folk dances for the Accordion

    We’ve all seen various ballroom dances performed at weddings, birthdays and other festivities. Most of them are ethnic folk dances that are often played on an accordion. Dances like Kolo, Waltz, Polka, Zydeco and others are growing in popularity. Familiarizing ourselves with them can help us appreciate and enjoy them more.

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  • German-made Accordions and their popularity

    German-made Accordions and their popularity

    When we think of Germany, first things that come to mind are German automobiles, soccer, beer and Oktoberfest. Unless you are a musician you won’t think of world famous accordion brands from Germany. In this article, we would like to share some fascinating facts about German accordions and why are they so popular and worth…

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  • The Accordion: A Traditional Musical Instrument in Klezmer music

    The Accordion: A Traditional Musical Instrument in Klezmer music

    We all have heard of Yiddish language and Ashkenazi culture of Eastern Europe. A few of us might have heard beautiful Jewish tunes here in the US during Bar Mitzvahs and in Jewish Deli restaurants. These tunes have their roots in ancient Ashkenazi folklore traditions and they are played on accordions!

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  • Trikitixa, The Diatonic Button Accordion of Basque Country

    Trikitixa, The Diatonic Button Accordion of Basque Country

    Rich cultural heritage, dances, hospitality and its unique geographical location make Basque country a very popular touristy spot. Those who visit Basque region are always impressed by its folk music and small but mighty accordions, Trikitixas, that are becoming increasingly popular. Let’s learn more abut them in this article.

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