In the early 19th century, Christian Buschmann created the earliest known accordion. Naturally, he patented it but he called it the Handaeolion. This is a free-reed instrument is a cross between a piano and a wind instrument. It creates music using buttons, bellows, a set of piano keys, and bass. It’s still a far cry … Read more
There are several bellow-driven instruments. But most people are only familiar with the accordion. So naturally, they would assume that all bellow-driven instruments are variations of the accordion. But they are not. There’s quite a bit of a difference when comparing bandoneon vs accordion units. One of these is the bandoneon, which looks like an … Read more
Accordion reeds, along with the bellows and buttons or keys, work in concert to create the music accordions make. What is a Reed Accordion reeds are thin blade structures made from one of three materials. Some free-reed instruments use plastic or cane reeds. Accordions use metal reeds. Not all instruments that use reeds sound the … Read more
An accordion is one of few musical instruments that are recognizable across different world cultures, like a guitar. They are so popular, but few people know how sounds come from them or how accordions are made. Figuring out how these musical instruments are produced can help you pick out just the right model. This ensures … Read more
You are captivated by the enchanting accordion sound that instantly transforms the entire place into a lively, groovy, and surreal experience. Suddenly, it sparks your interest in learning how to play it. In this article, we will establish a basic understanding of how accordions work. You will not only get to know the parts and … Read more