{"title":"Rob Howard Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/pages\/rob-howard-biography\"\u003eRob Howard Author Biography\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/pages\/rob-howard-book-list\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRob Howard Book List\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"an-a-z-vol-3-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments","title":"An A to Z of the Accordion and related instruments Vol 3","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/title005.gif?v=1770412572\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003eBook Review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn A to Z of the Accordion and related instruments - Volume 3\u003cbr\u003eby Rob Howard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn December 2003, when I reviewed volume 1 of Rob Howard's A-Z of the Accordion, I said, \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"What is remarkable is the style of writing, which always remains easy to read and yet interesting. Although the articles have been written by various writers they maintain a high standard of clarity and accuracy throughout, which is a tribute to Rob's editing and the proof reading of his wife Marj and daughter Jane.\"\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eI then finished my review with,\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ci\u003e\"The book can be used as a reference book, simply dipped into by reading certain articles or read in its entirety. All entries are very readable and of interest to the accordionist. This is a book that has filled a void in the accordion scene in Britain where, although there have been a number of magazines published over the years, there has been no one reference publication that one can learn about the instrument and its place in British society. Fortunately this has been filled by an excellent book, which I cannot praise too highly.\"\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTo my amazement Rob then came up with a second volume in November 2005. I was pleased to be able to say of this,\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ci\u003e\"I have now received my copy of Volume 2 and am happy to learn that it is as good in every way as Volume 1 and, of course, a completely new book with entirely new material.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Author Rob Howard, is renowned for his series of books titled \u003c\/span\u003eAn A to Z of the Accordion and Related Instruments, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-1\"\u003eVolume 1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-2\"\u003eVolume 2\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-z-vol-3-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments\"\u003eVolume 3\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-4\"\u003eVolume 4\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and later publications \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/vintage-accordions\"\u003eVintage Accordions\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/accordion-a-pictorial-history\"\u003eAccordion: A Pictorial History\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/accordion-anthology\"\u003eAccordion Anthology\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/accordion-anthology-2\"\u003eAccordion Anthology 2\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThose who have a copy of Volume 1 and\/or Volume 2 need only be assured that volume 3 admirably lives up to the high standard of previous volumes and they will surely be eager to get a copy of Rob's latest work. I am amazed that after learning so much about the accordion movement in\u003c\/strong\u003e \"\u003cem\u003ethe British Isles\u003c\/em\u003e\" \u003cstrong\u003ein volume 1 and then even more about the movement in\u003c\/strong\u003e \"\u003cem\u003eGreat Britain and Ireland.. and a look beyond these shores\u003c\/em\u003e\" \u003cstrong\u003ein Volume 2 that there was enough material to write a third volume. Happily, I was wrong, because Rob is one of those devotees who, with a\u003c\/strong\u003e \"\u003cem\u003edegree of zeal that verges on the fanatical\u003c\/em\u003e\" \u003cstrong\u003e(I quote from page 239 of Volume 3), has a detective-like ability and perseverance to uncover material of great interest. He asked me whether I had any suggestions for inclusion in the new volume and as a result was delighted to find interesting articles on Arthur Bell and Eric Winstone, complete with photographs. There are also many other such nostalgic articles that remind me of personalities from the accordion world in which I grew up and some of which I had never known, but nonetheless find fascinating to read.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with previous volumes, it is not only a reference book containing many biographies, but it also contains useful articles for those wishing to improve their knowledge and playing abilities. Some of those aimed at performance include \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMemorising and Aural Training\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (Gerald Crossman), \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractising \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e- three separate articles, (Pearl Fawcett-Adriano, Toralf Tollefsen and Kenneth Hacking), \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e(Charles Camilleri), \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVocal Accompaniment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (Jack Emblow), \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWriting and Arranging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (Gerald Crossman), \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Adjust Your Accordion Straps Correctly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (Roger Nightingale) and \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedley Mania\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (John Kirkpatrick). Those providing information about the instrument include \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccordions Tunings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (Graham Romani), \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCouplers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (Rob Howard) and \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoland Virtual Accordion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e (Mike O'Regan). There are also many interesting articles about accordion activities, such as \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccordion Clubs, Accordion Festivals, The Auvergne, Bal Musette, Busking, Cajun \u0026amp; Zydeco, The 'Fiddler on the Roof' Experience, Going Out Gigging, Morris Dancing, Recordings, Record Reviews, Russian Accordionists in the UK, Accordions in the Theatre, Irish Accordion Association, Ireland's Ceili Bands, Northern Ireland's Accordion Heritage, Orkney \u0026amp; Shetland and Scottish Dance Bands.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI especially enjoyed reading the historic visits by English accordionists to other countries, such as Adrian Dante's \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Journey\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e in 1949, Gerald Crossman's diary account of his 11-day \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrip to Paris\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e in 1950 (when his return rail fare cost £12 and he returned with £20 unspent, out of a total £50 currency allowance), his subsequent \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisit to America\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e in 1950 when he met many luminaries of the American accordion scene (but to his great disappointment missed visiting the broadcast studio at 7.30am to see Pietro Frosini perform because \"owing to too many late nights, I just couldn't get out of bed in time!\") and \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePearl Fawcett-Adriano's Historic Tour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e of 1976 to the USSR.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn format and size this volume is identical to volume 2 with 240 pages printed on high quality glossy paper. (Volume 1 has 256 pages.) Whereas volumes 1 and 2 were printed in black and white, with just the covers printed in colour, in volume 3 there are seven pages containing coloured 32 photographs. Volume 1 contains about 100 photographs and nearly 300 articles, Volume 2 has 250 photographs 200+ articles and Volume 3 has 250 photographs and pictures and 200 articles.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese statistics give no indication of the readability of the latest publication, which is of the highest order. Although the book can be used as a reference book or simply dipped into by reading certain articles it can easily be read in its entirety. This is what I did and it sustained my interest throughout, no doubt due to its excellent editing and the varied articles submitted by numerous contributors.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs the final article states,\u003c\/strong\u003e \"\u003cem\u003eDespite its low public profile, the accordion doggedly retains an intensely loyal following amongst it devotees that usually surprises those new to the instrument.\u003c\/em\u003e\"\u003cstrong\u003e It is comforting to discover in the wealth of articles in this book that there are, and have been, so many other devotees to the instrument apart from those that one already knows.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnce again I can enthusiastically recommend this latest volume as essential reading for all those who play or enjoy the sound of the accordion.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeter Ayers, MD\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eNorvic Concordia\u003c\/em\u003e - \u003cstrong\u003eAugust 2007\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003eBook Review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn A to Z of the Accordion and related instruments - Volume 3\u003cbr\u003eby Rob Howard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJust when you thought it was safe to resume your social life Rob's done it again. A third 240-page masterpiece packed with facts and (over 200) photographs which, together with Volumes 1 and 2 creates a lasting record of everything that's been happening in our accordion world for the last 70 years. Although it may be just over a year since Volume 2 appeared, again it's Rob's tireless enthusiasm and dedication over a lifetime that is encapsulated in these books. Basically we have a very readable reference book with probably everything you would ever want to know about \"accordion-lore\" in the UK (and in many cases beyond).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce again Scotland is well represented with articles on Billy Anderson, Bill Black, Sandy Brechin, John Carmichael, John Crawford, Ian Cruickshanks, Colin Dewar, Graham Geddes, Gregor Lowrie, Ian Lowthian, Roya MacLean, Iain MacPhail, Fergie, McDonald, Ian Muir's (both of them), Tom Orr, Morag Robertson, Donald Shaw, Emily Smith, and many others. From a Scottish perspective it's good to have so many current names appearing since there tends to be an assumption beyond our borders that accordion music started and finished with Sir Jimmy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis together with the English and International accordion stars, plus the historical articles by accordion greats such as Adrian Dante's American Journey, Gerald Crossman's Visit to America, and a wealth of other accordion (and occasionally harmonica) related odds and ends make this book a superb read. But if you have Volumes 1 and 2 you'll know already that Rob has a winning formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo-one who has Volumes 1 and 2 will hesitate to add this to their collection and for those of you who haven't started yet, now's the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull marks to Rob for the endless hours he must have ploughed into this project - going where no man dared to go before - and giving us all a fascinating record of how the accordion has developed to the point we find ourselves at today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharlie Todd,\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eBox \u0026amp; Fiddle\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eScotland\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003eThe Trilogy!!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eBrand New - published in August 2007\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eThe ideal present for any accordion enthusiast!!!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eThis popular series of reference books now becomes a trilogy - one more celebration of the accordion \u0026amp; its close relatives in Great Britain, Ireland…and a look elsewhere. Over 200 articles and biographies, with 250 photographs and pictures, some in colour, including:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eAccordion Clubs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eThis article looks at the origins of the accordion clubs in Great Britain, from 1930 to the present day. All present day clubs in Great Britain are listed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eAccordion Festivals Revisited\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ean extended article that reviews three of the most significant festivals: Sands Bay (1982), Caister (1986) and Caister (2006)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eAccordion to Caroline! and Accordion to Ken\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003etwo illustrated articles showcasing a few of the instruments from these two renowned accordion collectors. All pictures are in colour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eAccordions Tunings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ean archive article, by Graham Romani, in which he discusses 'straight' and 'tremolo' (musette) accordion tunings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eAll-Ireland Champions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003elists of the 2-row button and piano accordion champions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eAmerican Journey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eAn archive article in which Adrian Dante writes about his trip to the USA in 1949, meetings many of the American accordion luminaries of the time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eAmong My Memories\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eGerald Crossman writes about some of his various experiences as a professional accordionist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eAuvergne and the Accordion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ePaul Elliot writes about a visit to a region in central France that has strong present and past accordion connections.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eBal Musette Revisited\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003elooking back at the origins (and revival) of French musette\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eThe Beatles and Me\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ethe opening page of a yet to be published book by accordionist Shirley Evans about her memories of playing in the Beatles' film Magical Mystery Tour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eBellows Shaking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ean archive article written by the legendary Pietro Frosini.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eBusking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ea look at busking and buskers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eCajun \u0026amp; Zydeco\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ean introduction to these accordion-based styles that have in recent years broken out of their Louisiana, USA, homeland and are now spreading internationally\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eCeili House\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ea regular Saturday night feature of Radio Eireann since the 1950s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eConducting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eBrian Jenkins, Stockport Accordion Orchestra MD, explains some of the principles of the art of conducting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eCouplers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ean article that explores and encourages the use of accordion couplers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eDiary of a Visit to Paris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eGerald Crossman's diary account of his trip to Paris in 1950 offers a nostalgic look back in time…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eDVD\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003elists of currently available accordion performance and tuition DVDs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eGerald Crossman's Visit to America\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ean account of Crossman's trip to New York in 1950, where he met many of the leading American accordion personalities of the era…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eThe 'Fiddler on the Roof' Experience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eRosemary Wright discusses the trials and tribulations of playing this challenging accordion part.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eGoing Out Gigging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ethe author shares some memories of playing one night stands…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eHow to Adjust Your Accordion Straps Correctly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ean in-depth discussion of a neglected topic, written by Roger Nightingale, from New Zealand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eHumour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eA few accordion jokes, not to be taken too seriously!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eIrish Accordion Association\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eformed in 1971 by Paddy Kavanagh and Sean Kearney\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eIreland's Ceili Bands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003e- a look at this sub-genre of Irish music, with brief details of many of the leading ceili bands…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eThe Jazz and Swing Accordion Story\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eThis landmark 4 CD set includes recordings by many of the leading European and US jazz accordionists from the 1930s\/1970s period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eJohnny Handle's Accordion Tales\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ehumorous, illustrated, true anecdotes told by Johnny Handle, legendary Geordie folk singer, accordionist and songwriter…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eThe Charles Magnante Story\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003edetails of a book\/CD, giving a unique overview of the life, career and works of America's legendary Charles Magnante (1905-86)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eMedley Mania\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ea thought-provoking article written by John Kirkpatrick\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eMemorising and Aural Training\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ean in-depth look at memorising and aural training, written by Gerald Crossman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eMorris Dancing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ea look at the world of Morris dancing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eNorthern Ireland's Accordion Heritage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ethe accordion in the Six Counties\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eOrkney \u0026amp; Shetland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ethe musical traditions of the most northerly part of the UK\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ePractising\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ethree separate articles, written by Pearl Fawcett-Adriano, Toralf Tollefsen and Kenneth Hacking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eRecordings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003econtact details of retailers for accordion CDs and DVDs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eRecord Reviews\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ea selection of CD reviews\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eRoland Virtual Accordion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ea detailed summary of the features of the Roland V Accordion, written by enthusiast Mike O'Regan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eRussian Accordionists in the UK\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ean article looking at appearances in this country by leading accordionists from the former USSR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eScottish Dance Bands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ea look at some of the leading dance bands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eThe Sound of Shand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eJimmy Shand recordings available from the Shand family\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eTake the Floor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eBBC Radio Scotland's long running Saturday evening programme\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eTales \u0026amp; Trivia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ean assortment of stories concerning accordions and accordionists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eAccordions in the Theatre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003etheatrical productions involving the accordion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ePearl's Historic Tour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ePearl Fawcett-Adriano looks back at her 1976 tour of the USSR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eVocal Accompaniment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eJack Emblow writes about accompanying singers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eThe Musical Heritage of Thomas Hardy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eDorset-born novelist and poet Thomas Hardy was also an enthusiastic fiddle player and collector of country-dance tunes. This article looks at his life and times…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eWhite Heather Club\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ean article about a much loved television programme\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eWriting and Arranging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003esome advice from Gerald Crossman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eYesteryear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ephotographs and advertisements through the years...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eZeppelins, accordions and changing times\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ea reflection on changing times and trends\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eAccordion clubs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eChester, Derwentside, Fairtykes, Guildford, Leyland, Middlesbrough, North Staffs, Sheffield, Soar Valley, South East Cornwall, Stockport, Uxbridge, West Dorset Accordion Group, White Horse AC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eBands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eCherish the Ladies, High Level Ranters, Hoghton Band, Hoover the Dog, Horsham Accordion Band, Irish Weavers, Laurie Accordion Schools \u0026amp; Orchestras, Shaskeen. Tameside Junior Accordion Band, Weaver Valley Accordion Band\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eBiographies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eBilly Anderson, Declan Aungier, Ruth Askew, Jim Bainbridge, Joss Baselli (Jo Basile), Janet Beale, Seamus Begley, Arthur Bell, Wolmer Beltrami, Mickey Binelli, Ronald Binge, Bill Black, Mark Bousie, Craig Bradley, Sandy Brechin, Shane Brogan, Charles Camilleri, John Carmichael, Mauro Carra, Pat Casey, Ronald Chesney, Gerry Conlon \u0026amp; Seamus O'Sullivan, John Crawford, Ian Cruickshanks, Jackie Daly, Colin Dewar, Brian Dexter, Pamby Dick, Keith Dickson, Henry Doktorski, Luciano Fancelli, Lindsay Garvin, Graham Geddes, Johnny Grande, Billy Grogan, Keith Hancock, Fred Hanna, William Hannah, Heather Hawthorn, Brian Hibbert, Shona Holmes, Graham Irvine, Carl Jularbo, Paddy Kavanagh, James Keane, Jimmy Keane, Alan Kelly, Gorni Kramer, John Leslie, Gregor Lowrie, Ian Lowthian, Francis Mabbutt, Fergie McDonald, John MacDonald, Roya MacLean, Iain MacPhail, Donnie McKenzie, Nicol McLaren, Rene Mairis, Barbara Ann Martindale, Johnny Meijer, Milos Milivojevic, Ian Muir, Ian Muir, Jean-Louis Noton, David Oliver, Tom Orr, Johnnie Owens, Trefor Owens, Petulengros, Harry Pitch, Eddie Quinn, Reed \u0026amp; Delroy, Ed Rennie, Morag Robertson, Lindsay Ross, James Scott Skinner, Donald Shaw, Emily Smith, Gigi Stok, Rod Stradling, Rod Stradling, Douglas Tate, John Tilt, Lynn Tocker, Arthur Tolcher, Dave Townsend, Adamo Volpi, Wilf Walker, Marie Walsh, Lindsay Weir, Eric Winstone, Rudolf Wurthner, Daniel \u0026amp; Peter Wyper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"28%\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eAutobiographie\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"72%\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003ePeter Ayers, Julie Best, Johnny Coleclough, Fred Dunn, Norman English, Jean Hanger, Raymond Jones and Heather Smith\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rob Howard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48533459108045,"sku":"robaccord03","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/FRONTcoverOFATOZwithRoland.jpg?v=1770412505"},{"product_id":"an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-2","title":"An A to Z of the Accordion and related instruments Vol 2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/title.jpg?v=1770411528\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Author Rob Howard, is renowned for his series of books titled \u003c\/span\u003eAn A to Z of the Accordion and Related Instruments, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-1\"\u003eVolume 1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-2\"\u003eVolume 2\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-z-vol-3-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments\"\u003eVolume 3\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-4\"\u003eVolume 4\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and later publications \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/vintage-accordions\"\u003eVintage Accordions\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/accordion-a-pictorial-history\"\u003eAccordion: A Pictorial History\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/accordion-anthology\"\u003eAccordion Anthology\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/accordion-anthology-2\"\u003eAccordion Anthology 2\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" height=\"322\" width=\"214\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/volume02FrontCover.jpg?v=1770411511\"\u003eThe perfect present for any accordion enthusiast!!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy popular request - another celebration of the accordion \u0026amp; its close relatives in Great Britain and Ireland…with a look at the wider international picture. 200+ new and archive articles plus 250 photographs and pictures. This is reference book includes such articles as:-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn A to Z of the Accordion, Volume 2 presents a varied selection of articles, such as: Accordions Worldwide; The Story of the Accordion Bands; Accordion Heritage; Accordion - Button or Piano?; Accordions in the Cinema; Accordion Tales \u0026amp; Trivia; The Art of Accompaniment; Bellows Control; Bellows Shake; British Chromatic Accordion; Diatonics \u0026amp; Dancing; English Country Dance Playing; French Musette Stars, Past \u0026amp; Present; Gerald Crossman meets Frosini; Harmonicas \u0026amp; Popular Music in the 1960s; A History of the Accordion Magazines; Humour; Inside Your Accordion; Instrument Reviews; Ireland's Accordion Heritage; A History of the Concertina; Landmark Recordings; Looking After Your Accordion; Memorising; Memory Lane; Musette \u0026amp; Java; The Mystique of Maigret; Playing for Scottish Country Dancing; Roland V Accordion; Scottish Scene; Some Hints On Sight Reading; Tango; Technique; Tollefsen's Last UK Appearance, A Tribute to Graham Romani, UK Accordionists; World Champions; World War Two and Yesteryear…plus much more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Story of the Accordion Bands - This article traces the development of the accordion bands, both amateur and professional, in Great Britain from the late 1920s to the present time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccordion Heritage - Filling in some of the details about the accordion's story since 1829.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccordion - Button or Piano? - Lists of the standard arguments about the merits of Continental button and piano accordions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccordions in the Cinema - A bit of trivia! Films where accordionists are featured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccordion Tales \u0026amp; Trivia - Stories of various accordionists, including contributions from Johnny Coleclough, Dermot O'Brien, Gary Blair, Mike O'Regan, and the 'memoirs' of Jack Emblow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Art of Accompaniment - An archive article written by Gerald Crossman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBellows Control - Advice from Rosemary Wright, leading teacher and concert accordionist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBritish Chromatic Accordion - A unique article, written by folk music legend John Kirkpatrick, about learning the BCC# button accordion - the system played by the great Sir Jimmy Shand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiatonics \u0026amp; Dancing - Written by John Kirkpatrick, this article explores the use of melodeons and the Anglo concertina in playing for country dancing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnglish Country Dance Playing - An article about playing for country dancing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFamous People who have also played the accordion or related instruments, including Fred Astaire, Kenny Baker, Sheryl Crow, Bob Dylan, Jerry Gray, Evelyn Glennie, etc. Some more trivia!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrench Musette Stars, Past \u0026amp; Present - A chronological list of many of the leading names in the world of French musette, from Emile Vacher to the present time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGerald Crossman meets Frosini - An archive article, written by the still active Gerald Crossman, about his meeting in New York with the legendary Pietro Frosini in 1950.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarmonicas \u0026amp; Popular Music in the 1960s - A look at the prolific use of harmonicas in pop and folk music during the 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: right;\" height=\"348\" width=\"231\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/volume02BackCover.jpg?v=1770411828\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA History of the Accordion Magazines - This article traces the story of the accordion magazines, from the publication of the Accordion Times in 1935 up to the present time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumour - A few jokes, plus a poem (written by Adrienne Sharpe) about the terrors of playing in public, and a tongue-in-cheek piece of advice about learning to play the accordion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside Your Accordion - An illustrated archive article, written by the late Francis Wright, that explains the inner workings of an accordion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstrument Reviews - Independent appraisals of five modern accordions, written by their owners - Rob Howard, John Baraneck, Mike O'Regan, Gordon Glenn and Derek Pritchard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInternational Stars of the Accordion - pictures of some well known overseas accordionmists\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIreland's Accordion Heritage - Brief details of many leading Irish accordionists, past and present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA History of the Concertina - From 1829 onwards…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLandmark Recordings - This article features a selection of recordings, representing different genres, that were significant in the artiste's career for various reasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking After Your Accordion - Tips for keeping your accordion in excellent condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMemorising - Some advice for learning how to memorise music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMemory Lane - This is a random set of photographs from different times and places.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMusette \u0026amp; Java - An updated archive article, written by Gerald Crossman, tracing the origins and later development of the French musette style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mystique of Maigret - Another article with a distinctly French flavour that looks at the fictional detective on TV screens, and the music associated with the programmes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlaying for Scottish Country Dancing - A unique article, written by John Trigg - a practising accompanist, about how to play for Scottish Country Dancing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScottish Scene - Brief details of many leading Scottish accordion personalities, past and present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Tribute to Sir Jimmy Shand - A pictorial tribute to the most famous Scotsman of the 20th C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTango - An article that provides an in-depth look at how the tango has developed, from its origins in Argentina in the late 19th Century to the current Nuevo Tango of Astor Piazzolla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnique - An archive article, written by Charles Camilleri, offering advice about improving playing technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTollefsen's Last UK Appearance - A review of the last UK concert given by the late, great Toralf Tollefsen on Saturday May 7th 1988.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Tribute to Graham Romani - Accordionist, archivist and artist Graham Romani had an exceptional knowledge, which he shared with readers of the Accordion Times through his prolific writing for several decades. A self-illustrated history of the accordion is reproduced here, originally issued in serialised form over a couple of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUK Accordionists - Photographs of a few well-known British accordion players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorld Champions - This is an article about the world accordion championships, followed by lists of the CIA and CMA solo champions through the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorld War Two - Written by Francis Wright, this article tells of his experiences during the Allied occupation of Castelfidardo, Italy, in 1944\/45.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYesteryear - This article is a random series of photographs, illustrations and archive magazine articles that take the reader back in time, no matter how young you might be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003eBiographies include: -\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable align=\"center\" width=\"719\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"89%\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eThe perfect present for any accordion enthusiast!!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBy popular request - another celebration of the accordion \u0026amp; its close relatives in Great Britain and Ireland…with a look at the wider international picture. 200+ new and archive articles plus 250 photographs and pictures. This is reference book includes such articles as:-\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn A to Z of the Accordion, Volume 2\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epresents a varied selection of articles, such as: Accordions Worldwide; The Story of the Accordion Bands; Accordion Heritage; Accordion - Button or Piano?; Accordions in the Cinema; Accordion Tales \u0026amp; Trivia; The Art of Accompaniment; Bellows Control; Bellows Shake; British Chromatic Accordion; Diatonics \u0026amp; Dancing; English Country Dance Playing; French Musette Stars, Past \u0026amp; Present; Gerald Crossman meets Frosini; Harmonicas \u0026amp; Popular Music in the 1960s; A History of the Accordion Magazines; Humour; Inside Your Accordion; Instrument Reviews; Ireland's Accordion Heritage; A History of the Concertina; Landmark Recordings; Looking After Your Accordion; Memorising; Memory Lane; Musette \u0026amp; Java; The Mystique of Maigret; Playing for Scottish Country Dancing; Roland V Accordion; Scottish Scene; Some Hints On Sight Reading; Tango; Technique; Tollefsen's Last UK Appearance, A Tribute to Graham Romani, UK Accordionists; World Champions; World War Two and Yesteryear…plus much more.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Story of the Accordion Bands\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- This article traces the development of the accordion bands, both amateur and professional, in Great Britain from the late 1920s to the present time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAccordion Heritage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Filling in some of the details about the accordion's story since 1829.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAccordion - Button or Piano?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Lists of the standard arguments about the merits of Continental button and piano accordions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAccordions in the Cinema\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- A bit of trivia! Films where accordionists are featured.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAccordion Tales \u0026amp; Trivia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Stories of various accordionists, including contributions from Johnny Coleclough, Dermot O'Brien, Gary Blair, Mike O'Regan, and the 'memoirs' of Jack Emblow.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Art of Accompaniment\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e- An archive article written by Gerald Crossman.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBellows Control\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Advice from Rosemary Wright, leading teacher and concert accordionist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBritish Chromatic Accordion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- A unique article, written by folk music legend John Kirkpatrick, about learning the BCC# button accordion - the system played by the great Sir Jimmy Shand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiatonics \u0026amp; Dancing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Written by John Kirkpatrick, this article explores the use of melodeons and the Anglo concertina in playing for country dancing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eEnglish Country Dance Playing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- An article about playing for country dancing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFamous People who have also played the accordion or related instruments, including Fred Astaire, Kenny Baker, Sheryl Crow, Bob Dylan, Jerry Gray, Evelyn Glennie, etc. Some more trivia!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrench Musette Stars, Past \u0026amp; Present\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- A chronological list of many of the leading names in the world of French musette, from Emile Vacher to the present time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGerald Crossman meets Frosini\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- An archive article, written by the still active Gerald Crossman, about his meeting in New York with the legendary Pietro Frosini in 1950.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHarmonicas \u0026amp; Popular Music in the 1960s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- A look at the prolific use of harmonicas in pop and folk music during the 1960s.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA History of the Accordion Magazines\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- This article traces the story of the accordion magazines, from the publication of the Accordion Times in 1935 up to the present time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumour\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- A few jokes, plus a poem (written by Adrienne Sharpe) about the terrors of playing in public, and a tongue-in-cheek piece of advice about learning to play the accordion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside Your Accordion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- An illustrated archive article, written by the late Francis Wright, that explains the inner workings of an accordion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstrument Reviews\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Independent appraisals of five modern accordions, written by their owners - Rob Howard, John Baraneck, Mike O'Regan, Gordon Glenn and Derek Pritchard.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eInternational Stars of the Accordion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- pictures of some well known overseas accordionmists\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIreland's Accordion Heritage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Brief details of many leading Irish accordionists, past and present.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA History of the Concertina\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- From 1829 onwards…\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLandmark Recordings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- This article features a selection of recordings, representing different genres, that were significant in the artiste's career for various reasons.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLooking After Your Accordion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Tips for keeping your accordion in excellent condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMemorising\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Some advice for learning how to memorise music.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMemory Lane\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- This is a random set of photographs from different times and places.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMusette \u0026amp; Java\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- An updated archive article, written by Gerald Crossman, tracing the origins and later development of the French musette style.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Mystique of Maigret\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Another article with a distinctly French flavour that looks at the fictional detective on TV screens, and the music associated with the programmes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlaying for Scottish Country Dancing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- A unique article, written by John Trigg - a practising accompanist, about how to play for Scottish Country Dancing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eScottish Scene\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Brief details of many leading Scottish accordion personalities, past and present.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Tribute to Sir Jimmy Shand\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- A pictorial tribute to the most famous Scotsman of the 20th C.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTango\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- An article that provides an in-depth look at how the tango has developed, from its origins in Argentina in the late 19th Century to the current Nuevo Tango of Astor Piazzolla.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnique\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e- An archive article, written by Charles Camilleri, offering advice about improving playing technique.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTollefsen's Last UK Appearance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- A review of the last UK concert given by the late, great Toralf Tollefsen on Saturday May 7th 1988.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Tribute to Graham Romani\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Accordionist, archivist and artist Graham Romani had an exceptional knowledge, which he shared with readers of the Accordion Times through his prolific writing for several decades. A self-illustrated history of the accordion is reproduced here, originally issued in serialised form over a couple of years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eUK Accordionists\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Photographs of a few well-known British accordion players.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWorld Champions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- This is an article about the world accordion championships, followed by lists of the CIA and CMA solo champions through the years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWorld War Two\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Written by Francis Wright, this article tells of his experiences during the Allied occupation of Castelfidardo, Italy, in 1944\/45.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eYesteryear\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- This article is a random series of photographs, illustrations and archive magazine articles that take the reader back in time, no matter how young you might be.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003eBiographies include: -\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBruno, Claudio, Emilio and Umberto Allodi\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- two generations of a great accordion family.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eKen Astin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- professional accordionist and organist, from Blackpool.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTom Alexander\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- accordion playing half of The Alexander Brothers duo.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHarriet Bartlett\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- teenage accordionist\/vocalist, popular in folk clubs and festivals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeorge Barton\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- leading post-war player and teacher, remembered for his fine compositions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlan Bell\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- singer, composer, English concertina player and Fylde Folk Festival organiser.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDavid Bowen\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Scottish dance bandleader and full time accordion teacher.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJoe Burke\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e- Irish two-row button accordion legend.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGiancarlo Caporilli\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- virtuoso accordionist, from Rome, Italy - a favourite at Caister and Pakefield.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaul Chamberlain\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Scottish-born solo and dance band accordionist; also a fine composer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBernadette Conlon\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- blind virtuoso accordionist, from Melbourne, Australia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJames Crabb\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Scottish-born, internationally acclaimed virtuoso.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDean Crouch\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- World Champion Irish dancer turned accordionist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMatt Cunningham\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Irish 3-row button accordionist, dance musician and recording artiste.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLuke Daniels\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- BBC award winner and an outstanding player of the diatonic two row accordion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMick Edwards\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- prolific recording artiste, well known to the public in Llandudno in Wales.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eShirley Evans\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- accordionist who appeared in the Beatles film Magical Mystery Tour.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBobby Crowe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- legendary Scottish dance band leader.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMick Foster\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e- accordion playing half of the famous duo Foster \u0026amp; Allen.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeraldo\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- pre-war accordion band MD, and famous musical personality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eConway Graves\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- one of the 'founding fathers' of the British accordion movement.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesmond A. Hart\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- pre and post war organiser\/teacher; editor of the World Accordion Review.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeorge Harris\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- post-war teacher, BCA examiner,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNAO\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eorganiser and adjudicator.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlan Helm\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- German accordion orchestra MD, and a popular visitor to Britain up to the 1960s.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlan Helm\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- present day Scottish accordionist and member of the Teesside Fettlers folk group.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eEdward Hession\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- All-Britain Virtuoso Champion and leading professional player.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHarley Jones\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- virtuoso accordionist from New Zealand; founder of Accordions Worldwide.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJim Johnstone\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- one of the great Scottish dance bandleaders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLisa-Lee Leslie\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- rising star solo accordionist, from London.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoman Mondryk\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- professional accordionist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eEddie Moors\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e- accordion teacher, BCA examiner,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.accordions.com\/nao\"\u003eNAO\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eadjudicator and organiser.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJenny Neal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- highly accomplished orchestra MD, from Colchester.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eEamonn O'Neal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- radio and television personality…and accordionist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGordom Pattullo\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Scottish accordionist and recording artiste.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSam Pirt\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- charismatic accordionist and rising star of the folk scene.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDavid Price\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- popular accordionist and organiser of Leicester Accordion Club.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAndrew Rankine\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Scottish accordionist and bandleader, immortalised by his compositions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJames Reavey\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- first British-born World Accordion Champion, in 1953.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrank Skilton\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- another of the British accordion movement's 'founding fathers'.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJohn Romero\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- professional accordionist; organiser of the Eastbourne Accordion Festival.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeter Soave\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- American concert artiste, and both\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCIA\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand CMA World Champion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePaolo Soprani\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- innovative Italian accordion manufacturer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJames Stewart\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Hollywood movie legend and accordionist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eRobert Thorn\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- rising star solo accordionist, from Yorkshire.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eArt Van Damme\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- legendary American jazz accordionist.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharles Wheatstone\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- inventor of the English concertina.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eColin Whitfield\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- long serving accordion orchestra MD and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNAO\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eofficer.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rob Howard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48533473460429,"sku":"robaccord02","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/volume02FrontCover.jpg?v=1770411511"},{"product_id":"an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-1","title":"An A to Z of the Accordion and related instruments Vol 1","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/robaccord01header.gif?v=1770409899\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accordion has been around in one form or another for well over a century and a half, and in its time has produced many characters and a fund of interesting stories. It has taken a book like this one to bring them all together. A well-researched and unique celebration of the instrument and its players. 'An A to Z of the Accordion \u0026amp; Related Instruments' will be greatly enjoyed\u003cbr\u003eby accordionists and enthusiasts alike.\u003cbr\u003e- Jack Emblow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"I have spent so long haunted by stuff about accordions and the people who play them\u003cbr\u003ethat I have decided to try to exorcise some ghosts that exist within me.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Rob Howard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Author Rob Howard, is renowned for his series of books titled \u003c\/span\u003eAn A to Z of the Accordion and Related Instruments, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-1\"\u003eVolume 1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-2\"\u003eVolume 2\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-z-vol-3-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments\"\u003eVolume 3\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-4\"\u003eVolume 4\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and later publications \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/vintage-accordions\"\u003eVintage Accordions\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/accordion-a-pictorial-history\"\u003eAccordion: A Pictorial History\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/accordion-anthology\"\u003eAccordion Anthology\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/accordion-anthology-2\"\u003eAccordion Anthology 2\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #990000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUntil the publication of An A to Z of the Accordion \u0026amp; Related Instruments, there has never previously been a work of reference written about the British accordion scene. The accordion movement in this country is really quite diverse and its history is rich with interesting characters, and the task of research and writing it all down coherently was at first daunting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNonetheless, I have 'taken the bull by the horns' and attempted to present a broad general survey of the accordion in its various forms, its development over the years, and a representative sample of players and personalities past and present. The book is largely concerned with solo accordionists rather than bands and orchestras, and this is entirely due to considerations of space and size of the topic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/adler.jpg?v=1770410857\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: left;\"\u003eAlthough the majority of entries refer to Great Britain, a number of overseas players have been included due to their connections with this country. A glance through the pages of this book will show that the content also includes many articles of practical use to the accordion player - especially those who are newcomers to the instrument and would like to broaden their knowledge of its capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique book, An A to Z of the Accordion \u0026amp; Related Instruments, has taken six months to write, but has actually been in preparation over the course of many years - ever since I first became interested in, and a part of, the wonderful and fascinating world of the accordion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis process began back way back in 1968 when I was a student at Christ's College in Liverpool, doing teacher training. My next-door neighbour in the Hall of Residence where I lived at that time, one Alfred J. Weston, returned from a visit home with his piano accordion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/laryssa.jpg?v=1770410914\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: right;\"\u003eAlf would each day go to his room 'for a blast\", and I would listen with growing interest to his renditions of Roddy MCorley, Maggie May, In The Mood, etc. Eventually I acquired my own accordion - a pre-war Hohner Tango IV - and started to teach myself. When Alf told me that he did not think I had any chance of learning to play - especially by teaching myself - I decided there and then to prove him wrong. By the time I left college in 1970, I had attained a basic idea of how to play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the next few years I had lessons on and off at the Manchester School of Music, first from Kevin Munster and later from Ken Farran. A change of schools forced on me by a major reorganisation of Catholic secondary education in Manchester in 1977 resulted in me joining the staff of St Pius High School, an inner city comprehensive that served a large Irish community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoon after starting there I was approached by three boys - John O'Grady, Gerard Mannion and Billy Jordan who all played accordion and had heard that I could play. They asked me if I would teach them, and before long we were playing a repertoire of mainly Irish music as a band. Thus was born the St Pius RC High School Accordion Band, which eventually grew in size to 25 members, including a drummer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also featured one outstanding solo accordionist, Peter Durcan, whose fantastic technique on Irish music was already formed by the time he was thirteen years old. The headmaster, Mr Kevin Madden, came up with the idea of sending the accordion band out, together with the school brass band (led by music teacher, Mike Walsh, then later, Damian Collins), performing concerts in each of the seven local junior schools as a marketing exercise. These concerts were the real start of my education as an accordion entertainer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/school.jpg?v=1770410972\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePutting on a fast-moving show to entertain large numbers of young children, most of whom had a fairly short attention-span, made me learn to think on my feet - literally! The series of concerts was, however, a great success everywhere we went and became an annual event in the school calendar for the next few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/mancini.jpg?v=1770411028\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eWhen St. Pius reorganised yet again and changed its name and identity to St.Vincent de Paul RC High School in 1985, the accordion band continued to play regular concerts, and I then formed an Irish dancing team that became a part of our 'touring concert party'. We had an all-girls dancing team, and I was their solo accompanist for the reels, jigs, hornpipes and set dances that formed their repertoire. On many of our band's performances we also featured the exceptional talents of Dezi Donnelly, World \u0026amp; All-Ireland Fiddle Champion by the time he was thirteen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDezi Donnelly was then a pupil at St Vincent de Paul, and has since gone on to win the BBC Young Tradition Award on the way to a successful career in the worlds of Irish and folk music. Happy days! Mrs Rita Johnson, the Head of St Vincent de Paul, gave enthusiastic and unstinting support to all of our activities, and these years were indeed the best of times in my career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: right;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/walter.jpg?v=1770411070\"\u003eAlthough I was playing regularly with my school band, and also performing in my local folk club, I was still blissfully unaware that there was any such thing as an accordion movement in existence in this country. All that changed forever when, in early 1979, my teacher, Ken Farran, casually mentioned that the NAO North West Accordion Championships were soon to take place at the Champness Hall in Rochdale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough I had played the accordion for about ten years and had played many times in concerts at schools where I had taught, I had absolutely no idea that there was any such thing as competitive festivals. Like a lot of players who begin by themselves, I tended to think that I was probably the only person in the country playing the accordion! I was also largely ignorant about most of the great players of the past and present times, or about anything to do with the accordion's history or development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI went to the Champness Hall on a cold Saturday afternoon in February 1979, filled with curiosity, but with no preconceptions. What I saw that day changed my life!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI had only previously thought of the accordion in terms of folk dance tunes and songs, and was greatly impressed by the range and quality of the playing from the competitors of all ages. In particular the performance of a young teenager by name of Simon Gledhill caught my attention, especially when he played an arrangement of a suite of tunes from the James Bond movies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat was it - I was hooked! After that, all I wanted to do was to know more about the accordion and to play as much music as possible, and with as great a variety as I could find. Simon Gledhill, incidentally, has since become an internationally renowned Wurlitzer theatre organ star.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the 1980s I played in ceilidh bands, and also as an accompanist for Irish dancing. I began this decade as a member of a folk group that rejoiced in the name of the Nicaraguan Over Eighties Nudist Leapfrog Troupe, playing every Friday night as residents at a folk club in Wythenshawe. This was followed by a period as an accompanist playing for a Polish dance team known as Young Polonaise, the highlights of which were guest appearances at the 1981 Fylde Folk Festival and in a concert at Wembley Conference Centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI had unwittingly become a global traveller, becoming involved in Irish, Polish and Nicaraguan music (okay, the last one is definitely stretching the truth, but it sounds good if said quickly enough!). In 1983 I joined the recently formed Weaver Valley Accordion Band, teaming up once again with Ken Farran. One memorable performance with the WVAB was at a country fair somewhere in Cheshire when we alternated with the Bootle Concertina Band, a 42 strong band of Liverpool-based Orangemen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/frosini2.jpg?v=1770411139\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: left;\"\u003eI learned from them that there was also in existence the rival Bootle \u0026amp; District Concertina Band with no less than 46 players - another group of Orangemen, and all from the Liverpool area. 1987 saw the revival of the Clifford Wood Accordion Orchestra, which eventually reinvented itself as the Stockport Accordion Club Band \u0026amp; Orchestra. The CWAO developed rapidly, and my wife Marj and I became members at the band's inception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following year Cliff Wood entered the CWAO in the UK Championships (achieving place in the Entertainment Section), and also assumed responsibility for organising the 1988 NAO North West Championships at Stockport Town Hall. Becoming a member of the NAO and helping to organise the first of a series of very successful local festivals initiated me fully into the competitive accordion scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClifford Wood, working on the basis that, as a teacher, I must be at least semi-literate, appointed me newsletter editor for CWAO\/SAC. Soon after this I became Concert Secretary (organiser \u0026amp; compère) for the Club's guest nights. This was a development that pleased me enormously. For a long time I had met and listened to people talking about great players such as Toralf Tollefsen, Martin Lukins, Charles Camilleri, and their like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sad part was that the comments were always strictly in the past tense, and it was as if something precious had been lost from their lives. I decided that it was time our area staged some accordion concerts, to at least try to bring back the good times, as it were.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/atz.jpg?v=1770411254\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis was the start of Stockport Accordion Club as a highly successful concert venue, and has since led me into direct contact with many fine players from this country and abroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn recent years, my playing has been varied and a source of great pleasure. Since 1992 I have played regularly with local ceilidh band Fiddlesticks (along with Alan Forster - fiddle, Len Hirst - bass guitar\/keyboard, Stewart Ramsden - bass guitar and John Hyland, caller\/banjo\/guitar).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI have also played many times as part of the Baron Wolfgang Bavarian Band, appearing in Bierkellers around the country. This was an unmissable experience. Baron Wolfgang, now sadly no longer with us, was a real character who taught me a lot about entertaining and about show business.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaron Wolfgang, real name Stan Walker, had led a colourful life, and his experiences included service in the Royal Navy aboard the battle cruiser HMS Prince of Wales - taking part in the action that sank the German battleship Bismarck in 1941, and surviving his ship's sinking by the Japanese the following year. He had also at various times been a vocalist with the Geraldo orchestra, played bass with Jimmy Shand, and been a professional boxer, wrestler, and Rugby League player with Salford and Swinton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/young.jpg?v=1770411296\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: left;\"\u003eI soon discovered that to play in the Baron's band, you had to be adaptable and quick thinking. He never had a set programme, never used sheet music, and was likely to suddenly introduce a new song into a medley that he had \"written just the other day\". He also had the habit of finishing a song, then announcing to the audience that \"Our accordionist will now play a couple of polkas \", or something similar. That, by the way, would be the first I knew about this!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, you had to be able to improvise in a gig with the Baron, More recently I have been playing as a duo with John Jones, doing French themed nights, and playing occasional gigs in Stockport Air Raid Shelters where we sing and play all the old wartime songs at the end of organised tours. These mainly take place around Christmas, commemorating the Manchester Blitz, which began on December 22 1940. The Air Raid Shelters, by the way, are a fascinating place to explore, and really do take the visitor back in time to those dark times of 1940\/41.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWriting newsletters and club reports for the accordion magazines, plus the organising of what we call 'Club Night' concerts, has led me personally further and deeper into the accordion world. A consequence of this is that, over the years, people far and wide have contacted me asking about all kinds of accordion-related matters - everything from \"Where can I find a teacher for the Anglo concertina?\"to \"I play in a rock band, and we need an accordion player for our next recording session. Can you help?\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/korbakov.jpg?v=1770411368\" alt=\"\" style=\"float: right;\"\u003eTrying to assist people with their enquiries and realising that there are very few sources of information available has led to the production of this book. Over the years I have had piano and guitar lessons, but my real interest and passion (some would even call it an addiction) is the piano accordion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn A to Z of the Accordion \u0026amp; Related Jnstruments has most certainly not been written for financial gain. If had wanted to make money I would have tried to emulate JK Rowling and write a Harry Potter type novel, with children in mind, or write a seamy Jeffrey Archer-type story for adults, testing the old adage that \"sex sells \".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is more the case that I have spent so long haunted by stuff about accordions and the people who play them that I have decided to try to exorcise some ghosts that exist within me. I hope you enjoy exploring the pages of this book, and that it provides an illuminating picture of the British accordion scene past and present, and at least provides a few answers to the questions people ask about this most fascinating and under-valued family of instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow, read on...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #990000; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #993333; font-size: x-large;\"\u003eExamples of typical articles from A ... to ... Z\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003eA\u003c\/span\u003eccordion Clubs\u003c\/b\u003e. Since the early 1930s, there have been accordion clubs in Great Britain, plus many accordion bands\/orchestras that often also function as clubs. Membership of a club is a great way to improve your knowledge of music and accordions, to hear and meet the best players, and to make new friends and contacts. For contact details and news of their activities, it is best to subscribe to one of the specialist accordion magazines - see the section Magazines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003eB\u003c\/span\u003eodell, Ray\u003c\/b\u003e. Ray Bodell gained all the grades and diplomas of the British College of Accordionists by the age of seventeen, then attained Diploma status of Trinity College of London and the London College of Music including a fellowship diploma for a research paper on the educational recognition of the accordion. He was the first, and so far only, accordionist to win all four major National Accordion Organisation solo championships i.e. Junior, Bell Trophy, Advanced and Virtuoso, and also represented this country in the Coupe Mondiale and other international competitions. In recent years he has concentrated on private teaching, conducting master classes and promoting the interests of younger players. Ray Bodell has served several times as Chairman of the NAO, and presently is Executive Director of the BCA. With his wife Anna, Ray also currently owns and operates Charnwood Music, specialist purveyors of music for the accordion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003eC\u003c\/span\u003eassotto\u003c\/b\u003e. An accordion with reeds in cassotto has some of its reeds fitted what is called a 'tone chamber,' and this special feature produces an extra quality resonance and mellow sound especially useful for classics or jazz instrument with cassotto reeds is, however, generally more expensive than basic reed, non-cassotto accordion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003eD\u003c\/span\u003ery Tuning and Wet Tuning\u003c\/b\u003e. Alternative terms sometimes used for straight and musette tuning.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003eE\u003c\/span\u003electronic Accordion\u003c\/b\u003e. The In the 1970s, the widespread emergence of the electronic accordion in this country tended to elicit all kinds of responses from people, ranging from great excitement at what was perceived to be a 'new dawn' in musical sounds from an instrument whose sound had changed little for decades beforehand, to downright hostility at what others considered to be a gaudy, second-rate imitation of an electronic organ. The first electronic accor dions, such as the Cordovox, were reedless and actually did sound like organs; later instruments combined traditional reeds with electronics. The fact that the player could use either reeds or electronics or combine both features made possible a very wide range of sounds, making electronic accordions useffil and common in show bands, bierkeller bands and for solo pub\/club entertainers. The disadvantage of these instruments was their weight plus the extra gear that had to be carried around. The popular model used in this country has been the Elkavox. The arrival of midi in the I 990s has seen the electronic accordion superseded by a newer system with greater musical potential. See also the article on Midi.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eF\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eamous People\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewho have played the accordion or related instruments include:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable height=\"336\" cellspacing=\"0\" align=\"center\" cellpadding=\"0\" width=\"625\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd height=\"26\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eJerry AiJen - American jazz organist and a legend of the electronic organ world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eIdiAmin (1923-2003) - infamous and eccentric dictator of Uganda from 1971 to 1979. Amin is believed to have caused about 400,000 deaths in Uganda during his rule, and disappeared following an uprising, later turning up in Saudi Arabia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eRobert Beatty - Canadian-born Hollywood film actor of the I 950s160s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eKevin Bowyer - an internationally acclaimed classical organist, his recordings are occasionally played on BBC Radio 2's The Organist Entertains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eBenny Andersson member of Sweden's 1970s 'Super Group' Abba, now working as a professional accordionist. Anderrson also composed all of Abba's many hit songs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003eRonald Binge accordionist with the Mantovani Orchestra, and creator\/arranger of the characteristic Mantovani cascading strings sound; most famous as a composer of such well-known light classical pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003eG\u003c\/span\u003ealla-Rini\u003c\/b\u003e. Anthony (Born Manchester, Connecticut, USA, January 1 8 1904.) From Italian parentage, Anthony Galla-Rini played the cornet from the age of four, and the accordion from six. He appeared in Vaudeville theatres from the age of seven, and later studied the theory of music and the art of conduct ing. As a teenager, Galla-Rini began both to teach the accordion and to write music for the instrument. He developed into a serious concert artiste, perform ing at venues across America, including New York's Carnegie Hall on many occasions. He has also toured Britain and Europe, playing in London, Manchester, Sheffield and Glasgow.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eH\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003earmonica.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAlso called a mouth organ, a harmonica is small reed instrument related to the accordion. It consists of a graduated series of metal reeds mounted in a small rectangular metal or wood frame, and each reed has a channel to conduct air from or to the player's mouth. As with accordions, there are diatonic and chromatic models in which each reed chamber produces either one or two notes, depend ing on the type. The pitch of a harmonica is determined purely by the length, width and thickness of the numerous vibrating reeds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eI\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003enternet.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe establishment of the internet (or worldwide web) has enabled accordionists to spread information about themselves internationally, and there are many interesting web sites to visit. Several of the world's leading players either have their own web sites (try typing in names on a general search engine such as www.google.com or can be found on accordion-related sites. The largest website for the accordion is called Accordions Worldwide, whose address is: -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.accordions.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewww.accordions.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis website gives information about instruments, manufacturers, events, recordings, festivals, composers, music, schools, orchestras, magazines, plus more. It is available in seven languages, including English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian and Chinese, and is a truly international operation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003eJ\u003c\/span\u003eenkins, Brian\u003c\/b\u003e. In the 1950s, Manchester's Brian Jenkins was taught the piano accordion by the late 'Pip' Walker at Reno's music store, and then by George Harris, proceeding through the BCA grades and attaining a high standard of performance. He was, however, also a brass band player and eventually this took precedence over the accordion in his spare time away from the day job with British Aerospace, Chadderton. Brian played and conducted within the brass band world, then re-discovered the accordion in the early 1990s when he first attended a practice of the Clifford Wood Accordion Orchestra. In 1996, Brian became MD of the Stockport Accordion Orchestra during the band's transition from the CW Later, he also became involved with the Tameside Junior Accordion Band and the North West Accordion Orchestra. The Stockport Accordion Orchestra, as it bccame known, frequently uses Brian Jenkins' arrangements that are characterised by his brass band influence. In recent years, he has been a popular and respected MD of the weekend orchestras at the Blackpool and Pakefield festivals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eK\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003earklins, George\u003c\/b\u003e. Egons 'George' Karklins was born in Riga, Estonia, and came to Britain after the Second World War. Amongst other musical accom plishments, George was an excellent jazz accordionist, and he was a regular performer at both North Staffs Accordion Club and Club Accord in the late 1970s and throughout the 1 890s. At Club Accord, he became well known for his off-the-cuff duetting with Harry Swingler, and the pair of them contributed to the 1979 LP It's All Accordion To What You Like. George was a regular performer at trade stands at accordion festivals, instantly recognisable with his black beret, and was sadly missed when he died in 1989.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003eL\u003c\/span\u003eeslie, John.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThe proprietor of the Kilburn-based retail business Accordions of London, John Leslie, is a man of many talents. Apart from his high profile busi ness interests, he is an accomplished player (with a long track record of being heard on radio or television advertisements, and such radio programmes as Breakfast Special, the Charlie Chester Show and Round Midnight), a most accomplished teacher (with many pupils winning accordion championship titles), and is also the patriarch of a family that includes several children who have become excellent accordionists. As if all that were not enough, John has composed music, conducted workshops and master classes at festivals (most recently being at St Audrie's Bay), made recordings, and has served as the UK adjudicator at the world championships since the 1970s.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eM\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003earchell, Tony.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAccordion entertainer\/vocalist from Manchester, using an Elkavox piano accordion and taught by the late Clifford Wood, Tony Marchell has made a full-time living performing in clubs, pubs and bierkellers. Tony Marchell speeialises in performing popular and evergreen music, and his reper toire largely consists of medleys of songs through the decades, from the 1 930s up to the present day. This genial, all-round entertainer has a wealth of play ing\/performing experience, and was featured in the evening concert at the NAO North-West Area Festival at Stockport Town Hall in 1993 as chief support to the great Jack Emblow. He is a particular favourite at North Staffs AC, but has yet to be discovered by the accordion festivals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eN\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eicholson, Lea.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIn the 1970s, Lea Nicholson was a singer and English concertina player in folk clubs in the South of England. He was, however, inter ested in a wide range of music and in 1975\/76 decided to make a record that demonstrated the wider capabilities of the concertina. The result was an LP called The Concertina Record, featuring multi-tracked concertinas on such music as The Liberty Bell, JS Bach's 4 Brandenburg Concerto, and The Dam Busters. The cleverness of the arrangements and the quality of the playing and recording has made this LP a tour de force, and a triumph for the concertina. In recent years, Nicolson has been involved in record production as a studio engi neer, but his landmark recording has now been released on CD; contact Jamring.com, P0 Box 5579, Derby DE 9DL - tel\/fax: 01332 733352.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003eO\u003c\/span\u003ernamentation.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIn traditional Irish and Scottish music, ornamentation plays a key part in giving the music its distinctive national character. In Irish music, the ability to play ornamentation correctly is also a means by which a player's skill is measured.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003eP\u003c\/span\u003eacitto, Steve.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOf Italian parentage, Midlands-based Steve Pacitto began play ing the piano at five years of age, but soon switched to and became hooked on the piano accordion. As a teenager he played accordion in a small group that had the distinction of playing as chief support act to the legendary Glenn Miller \u0026amp; his AEF Band, at Walsall Town Hall in 1944. This was a turning point in Steve's life: \"When I listened to the wonderful chords and solos they pumped out, I thought 'This is for me. This is what attracted me to jazz and swing music.\" Steve has played jazz ever since, and for more than twenty years his music has been characterised by his skilful use of electronic accordion sounds - very much in the style of a jazz organist. Most of Steve's work is within the jazz world, though he does very occasionally appear in accordion clubs. He was one of the contributors to the 1979 Club Accord LP\/cassette ItcAllAccordion To What You like, produced by the late Malcolm Gee.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003eualifications\u003c\/b\u003e. Since 1935, accordionists in Britain have studied for the eight grades in practical accordion playing and theory of music set by the British College of Accordionists. The BCA also offers diplomas for teachers and performers, and has a team of specialist examiners who regularly visit exami nation centres across the UK. Since 1988, the Guildhall School of Music \u0026amp; Drama has set up its own grade and diploma examinations. Many accordion teachers and performers welcomed the Guildhall 's examinations for accordion due to the fact that the Guildhall has a status that is widely recognised throughout the world of music. In 1989, following an approach from Professor Owen Murray and the Royal Academy of Music, the Associated Board accepted the opportunity to introduce a graded syllabus for the accordion. The Royal Academy of Music, in conjunction with King's College, University of London, now offers a Bachelor of Music (Performance) degree. This is a four-year course with the accordion as the main subject, plus a wide range of optional subsidiary musical courses. Information can be obtained by contacting Owen Murray at The Royal Academy of Music, Marylebone Road, London NW1 5HT; telephone 020 7873 7381 or e-mail: omurray@ram.ae.uk\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003eR\u003c\/span\u003eolston, Robert\u003c\/b\u003e. Robert Rolston was an employee of Electronic Accordions Ltd, managing the company's Motherwell branch before starting out as propri editor of Rolston Accordions. His astute business acumen built up Rolston Accordions, agents for Borsini accordions, into a thriving business that frequented the various accordion festivals. In 1991 he became the owner of the Accordion Times in succession to Renaldo Capaldi, changing the magazine from a quarterly to a monthly publication. He also instituted an Accordion Times Festival in Paisley, and has occasionally arranged British tours for overseas accordion stars such as Marcosignori, Emil Johansen and Serge Duchesne. In 1997, he and his wife Loretta took over the running of the Caister festival following the untimely death of Malcolm Gee. The Rolstons organised Caister for a few years, then a new festival at Bridlington from 2001 onwards.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003eS\u003c\/span\u003ecala, Don.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(1919-1994) -real name, Don Scales. Don Scala played the accordion (and also sang) in variety theatres around the country from the 1930s until the 1960s, after which he continued playing in other venues and became a small-part supporting actor on television. He will, however, be best remembered by many as the man who, later in life, played every day in the streets of York - literally taking the music of the accordion out to meet the people.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003eT\u003c\/span\u003eutor Books\u003c\/b\u003e. The following tutor boob are all available in this country, at the time of writing from retailers such as The Music Room, Trevani, Allodi Accordions, Gina's Music World (UK, Hobgoblin, Bill Wilkie New Music Store, Geoff Flolter and Charlie Watkins - see Accordion Retailers in the United Kingdom) In addition, there is also the section Video tuition for accordion, concertina melodeon \u0026amp; harmonica.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003eU\u003c\/span\u003eniform Keyboard.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA New Zealander, John H. Reuther, who lived in the USA, invented the Uniform keyboard accordion system. The Uniform keyboard is a keyboard with small white and black keys arranged in a system, which standardises the playing of scales. The system was briefly popular in America in the 1940s, and in this country was used for some years by Scotland's Jimmy Blair. Other exponents of this system included Svend Tollefsen, brother of the legendary Toralf Tollefsen, and George Shearing - the blind jazz pianist and composer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eV\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eernon, David.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBorn in Dumffies but living in Edinburgh, David Vernon is a full-time professional accordionist known for his wide international repertoire and also his sense of humour. An extremely versatile accordionist, David Vernon performs at Scottish and Irish ceilidhs, French and Italian themed evenings, Jewish weddings, world music events, or anything else requiring his specialist skills and music. In October 2003, David was one of the chief guest artistes at Bridlington International Accordion Festival.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eDiscography\u003c\/i\u003e: The Flying Scotsman - a selection of traditional Scottish favourites e.g. The Flying Scotsman, Jacqueline Wa Para Handy; Playing With Fire - a world music CD including tunes from Israel, Brazil, Italy, France, Poland.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eW\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ehitehead, Robert.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNorthumbrian-born Robert Whitehead is a specialist at playing strict tempo Scottish dance music, and has played and recorded in this genre for more than thirty years. In 1968, he won an All-Scotland title in Perth, and is to date the only Englishman to achieve this feat. Hc has appeared in accordion clubs north and south of the border, both with his Danelaw Country Dance Band and as a solo artiste, and has taken his music abroad several times, most notably to the Chartres Accordion Festival in 1990 as the British representative.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSelected discography\u003c\/i\u003e: The Whitehead Brothers Vol. — made with brother Jon on drums \u0026amp; vocals (1979); Strictly Scottish (1997).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eX\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003emas Presents.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eChoosing presents for someone interested in the accordion should not be a problem. Buying a new accordion to give as a present may not be realistic, but there are lots of accessories, music books, CDs, cassettes and videos on the market that will fill any Christmas stocking (or birthday) problem. The first step is to contact Trevani, Charlie Watkins’ WE.M Music, Caravelle Records, Gina’s Accordion Exchange \u0026amp; Music World (UK), The Music Room (Cleckheaton), or other dealer, and you are on your way!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003eY\u003c\/span\u003eoung Gerald.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(1931-95) Gerald Young’s professional playing career got off to a flying start when he appeared on Opportunity Knocks on Radio Luxembourg, this leading to appearances on other popular radio shows on the BBC such as Vic Oliver’s Playhouse, Variety Bandbox and Henry Hall’s Guest Night. During the 1950s he appeared on television and made records, but in 1958 was forced to give up what had become a very successful show business career through ill- health. In the 1960s, Gerald Young made a comeback playing the electronic organ, and in the 1980s reverted to playing the accordion. He also taught music, and became a member of a Roman Catholic religious order at Quarr Abbey on the Isle of Wight.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: xx-large;\"\u003eZ\u003c\/span\u003eydeco\u003c\/b\u003e. Zydeco is a style of music, generally favoured by black musicians and audiences, which developed in the 1940s from Cajun, a genre indigenous to the people of French ancestry in the American state of Louisiana. Zydeco is strongly influenced by Rhythm \u0026amp; Blues and also by soul, jazz and the music of the Caribbean islands, and its rhythms are also considerably more syncopated than its longer established Cajun cousin. Zydeco song lyrics may be in French, occasionally in English, and sometimes even bilingual, with verses alternately in French and English.\u003cbr\u003eUnlike Cajun music, where the one row accordion is standard choice lead instrument, Zydeco accordion players are inclined to use either piano\u003cbr\u003eaccordions or three row diatonics. A typical Zydeco band sound is usually accordion driven, with rub-board percussion plus electric guitar, keyboard and bass guitar The use of electronic instruments and the absence of fiddles are two of the most noticeable differences between Zydeco and Cajun. Zydeco is related to Rhythm \u0026amp; Blues, whilst its Cajun cousin is stylistically closer to the ‘white’ music of the Country \u0026amp; Western scene.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rob Howard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48533476737229,"sku":"robaccord01","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/robaccord01front.jpg?v=1770409836"},{"product_id":"an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-4","title":"An A to Z of the Accordion and related instruments Vol 4","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/title04.jpg?v=1770416238\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Author Rob Howard, is renowned for his series of books titled \u003c\/span\u003eAn A to Z of the Accordion and Related Instruments, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-1\"\u003eVolume 1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-2\"\u003eVolume 2\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-z-vol-3-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments\"\u003eVolume 3\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-4\"\u003eVolume 4\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and later publications \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/vintage-accordions\"\u003eVintage Accordions\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/accordion-a-pictorial-history\"\u003eAccordion: A Pictorial History\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/accordion-anthology\"\u003eAccordion Anthology\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/accordion-anthology-2\"\u003eAccordion Anthology 2\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘An A to Z of the Accordion, Volume 4’ is the latest in this popular series of books about the accordion and accordionists, presenting yet more accordion related articles and biographies. Some of the entries are extensions of topics and biographies featured in the three previous volumes, adding further information, and from fresh angles. Once again, there are some specially written articles, plus some evergreen archive magazine articles written by such eminent authorities as Gerald Crossman, Conway Graves and Douglas Ward. Below is an itemised list of the contents:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: x-large;\"\u003eArticles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/a-z_accordion4_350.jpg?v=1770416216\" alt=\"\" width=\"231\" height=\"347\" style=\"float: left;\"\u003eAccordion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ean introduction to the accordion, in its various types…\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAccordion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ea few playing tips:an assortment of hints for those new to the joys of learning the accordion…\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAccordion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ein Retrospect: a look back in time to 1829, and how the concertina and accordion’s popularity have waxed and waned over the years in Great Britain…\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAccordion Manufacturing Process\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ehow an accordion is made…\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAccordion Museum\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eCaroline Hunt writes about her recently founded accordion museum in the Scottish Highlands\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAccordion Music\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ebook and sheet music retailers\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe accordion with other instruments\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ean article written by Ingrid Gould\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll Scotland Accordion Champions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ea list of the Senior Scottish champions…\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeltona Records\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ethe first major British recording company to record accordionists\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCastletown Accordion Orchestra\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eEuropean accordion orchestra champions, 1986\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eChartres Accordion Festival\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eleading French accordion festival, founded in 1988\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eComplete Works of Guido Deiro\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ea brilliant compliation by Henry Doktorski\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eConcertina – Compilation Recordings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003etwo 3 CD compilations, for English and Ango concertina, each set featuring archive and modern recordings by the best players\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCrawley Accordion Orchestra\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003estory of the Sussex-based orchestra\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDon Destefano Remembered\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ean article by Tony Compton\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDevon Accordion Project\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e –\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ean innovative scheme, by Leslie Thompson, aimed at “introducing beginners to the delights of playing accordion”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiatonic Musings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eteacher George Garside discusses the ‘push\/pull’button instruments\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDouble Acts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003enotable double acts involving accordionists, such as Foster \u0026amp; Allen, The Alexander Brothers, Aly Bain \u0026amp; Phil Cunningham, Bon Accords, Sultans of Squeeze…\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDrama: ‘The Accidental Death of an Accordionist’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ea play featuring accordion music\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eEarly Learning Ceilidh Band\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ea scheme for teaching traditional music to youngsters, led by All Scotland Champion Alan Small\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFamous People Who Also Played the Accordion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eyet more well known names\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGallowglass Ceili Band\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eIreland’s most commercially successful ceili band\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eInternational Stars of the Accordion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eGary Blair discusses a few famous names, including Alexander Dmitriev, Peter Soave, Friedrich Lips, Lars Ek…and more\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Irish Rovers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003einternationally known Canadian-based Irish folk band, featuring Wilcil McDowell on accordion\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIrish Traditional Playing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eFrances O’Rourke, an Irish dance accordionist, discusses her experiences of learning and playing Irish music…\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eItalian Connection\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis article looks at the massive contribution made over the years to the accordion in this country by Italian immigrants…\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Jazz Accordionists\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e –\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ea look at how the jazz accordion scene has evolved in Grseat Britain since the 1920s…\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJazz Accordion Tutor Book\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ea unique tutor book, written by American jazz accordionist Ralph Stricker\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJim Mackay's Dance Band\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003efeaturing three generations of accordionists, this dance band was formed in 1957, and is still going strong!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e‘La Vie En Rose’\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003efilm biography of Edith Piaf, and featuring much accordion music\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003emally.com\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eYorkshire’s Dave Mallinson: melodeon player, writer and publisher\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMemorising\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eConway Graves discusses the topic of memorising music\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMorris On\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ea look at the classic series of recordings of Morris dance music\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Occasionals\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003etop Scottish dance band, led by accordionist Freeland Barbour\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eParis Musette\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ea look at musette music since the 1890s…\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlaying From Piano Music\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ean article written by Gerald Crossman\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Puppini Sisters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ea trio specialising in 1940s close harmony singing, featuring Marcella Puppini on accordion and piano\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eQuotations\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ea few quotes from accordionists and other musicians\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCD\/DVD\/Book Reviews\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ea selection of previously published reviews of recommended Cds, DVDs and books, written by the author and by Henry Doktorski\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGetting to grips with the Roland FR7\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ethe author’s experience to date…\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Scales in the Balance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ean essay extolling the virtues of practising scales, by accordion teacher Kenneth Hacking\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Serious Performer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ean article by leading accordionist Douglas Ward\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJimmy Shand Centenary DVD\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eat long last, a DVD telling the story of the iconic and insirational Sir Jimmy Shand\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eShand Morino\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eRoy Magna tells the story of this iconic button accordion…\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSwansea Accordion Orchestra\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ethe story of this orchestra, founded in 1982\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTales \u0026amp; Trivia\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003esome short, true stories…\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Tiger Lillies\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003epunk\/rock trio from London, featuring Martin Jacques on accordion\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTips for Practising and Playing Solos\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eby Gerald Crossman\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eUK Championships\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ePlaying at Scarborough, by Ann Parker – an engaging and humorous personal view of competing at the national championships\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eUpdates\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – a few updates of information given in the earlier volumes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eXmas\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ea few suggestions, for Christmas presents…\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eYouTube\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003evideo sharing worldwide Internet facility\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eZZ Music\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eDouble Zed Music – a company set up by Romano Viazzani covering a variety of accordion-related activities\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBiographies and Autobiographies:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/a-z_accordionbook4_back350.jpg?v=1770416221\" alt=\"\" width=\"230\" height=\"344\" style=\"float: left;\"\u003eMarcel Azzola\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– leading French jazz and musette accordionist\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrian Bayliss\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– 1970 All Britain Advanced Champion, now on a playing comeback\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eElaine Beecham\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– renowned accordion teacher and MD of the highly successful Colchester Accordion Band and Showband\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eIvan Black\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– highly qualified accordion festival adjudicator and multi instrumentalist, from Northern Ireland\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eNigel Black\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– up and coming accordionist from Northern Ireland\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuckwheat Zydeco\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– top accordionist\/vocalist\/bandleader, from Louisiana, USA\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eRaymond Chuchuk\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– solo dance\/cabaret accordionist\/vocalist, from Scotland\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eJames Coutts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– top Scottish accordionist and festival administrator\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Currie Brothers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– hugely talented and entertaining trio from Scotland\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eLeslie Craig\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– one of Northern Ireland’s finest accordionists and composers\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eD'Ambrosio Family\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Birmingham-based accordion dynasty, of Italian extraction\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eD’Arcy Family\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– family variety act, led by unicyling accordionist Eric Dabrowski\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDon Destefano\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– renowned accordionist, teacher and businessman of the 1930s and post-war years\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eRico Destefano\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– highly regarded button accordionist, active in the pre\/post-war years\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlair Douglas\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– present day highly regarded accordionist and composer, from Scotland\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eEmilio\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– best remembered as accordionist with the Mantovani Orchestra\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eNeil Fodden\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Geordie accordionist, now editor of the magazine Accordion World\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eRichard Galliano\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– French accordionist par excellence\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eHerbert Greene\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– virtuoso concertina player, active from the 1920s to the 1960s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMairearad Green\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e–\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eup and coming Scottish accordionist and composer\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdrienne Griffiths\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– accordionist and teacher, from Southampton, and a successful competitor at NAO festivals from the early 1960s until the present time\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDerek Hamilton\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Scottish musician and Bryan’s Room recording engineer, responsible for recording many accordion CDs, including the latest by Gary Blair Senior and Junior\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eThom Hardaker\u003c\/b\u003e- teenage accordion star, now studying in Russia with Oleg Sharov\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eRon Hodgson\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– veteran Carlisle accordionist and Ronmar MD tells his own story…\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eEddy Jay\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– up and coming versatile pro accordionist, often works as a duo with harmonica player Will Pound\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlaco Jimenez\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– legendary Tex-Mex accordionist\/vocalist, from Texas\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eRonnie Kennedy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Irish solo accordionist, probably best known as Musical Director for the singer Daniel O’Donnell\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMark Kenneth\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Scottish accordionist now based in Texas\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eShona Kipling\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– up and coming accordionist, working mainly on the folk scene\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaurice Larcange\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– legendary French musette accordionist, well known in this country through his many excellent LPs\/CDs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eLeslie Law\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– well known accordion teacher and administrator in the post-war years\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoger Letley\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– experienced accordion teacher\/player, from Kent\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eBob Liddle\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– talented accordionist\/composer, from the Scottish borders\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAndré Loppe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Belgium’s musette accordionist par excellence\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eFather Kenneth Loveless\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– outstanding Morris dance Anglo concertina player\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eRafal Luc\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– accordion student at the Royal Academy of Music, from Poland\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoy Magna\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Shand Morino ‘addict’tells his own story…\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eSusan MacFadyen\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Scottish accordionist; winner of All Scotland and NAAFC titles\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eChris McGrory\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– leading Irish dancing competition accordionist\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eNorman MacKay\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– 3-row button accordionist, and an All Scotland Champion\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrandon McPhee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- 3-row button accordionist; an outstanding talent who recorded his first CD only one year after taking up the instrument, aged 13\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDaniel McPhee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- 3-row button accordionist and singer\/guitarist, from Caithness\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMargaret Mitchell\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e– pianist\/accompanist from Huddersfield who took up the accordion, and has gone on to compose music for accordion\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eOwen Murray\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Professor of Accordion at the Royal Academy of Music, London\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eKenny Nairn\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Scottish accordion entertainer and television\/film extra\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoger Nightingale\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– accordion enthusiast\/player, British-born, now living in New Zealand\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDermot O’Brien\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– A tribute article to one of the world’s greatest accordion entertainers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMáirtín O’Connor\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Ireland’s outstanding 2-row accordionist\/composer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eYehuda Oppenheimer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Israel’s leading accordionist and composer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMike O'Regan\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Nottingham accordionist\/teacher, currently a leading ‘guru’ for the Roland Virtual Accordion\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrendan Power\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– top harmonica player from New Zealand, now living in the UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eBill 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Most of the 300 pictures are of instruments from the large and magnificent collections owned by Ken Hopkins (Northern Ireland) and Caroline Hunt (Scotland), as featured on her famous calendars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe book also includes some articles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘Vintage accordions – Origins’,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘The accordion spreads globally’,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘The Age of the Concertina’,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘19th Century Literary figures and the accordion’,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘The piano accordion reaches Britain’,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘Castelfidardo – Epicentre of the Accordion World!’,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘Uniform Keyboard’, ‘Coming up to date…’, and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e‘Vintage Accordion LPs, EPs \u0026amp; 78s on CD’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis book was published as a limited edition, A4 sized, 60 pages and is now available in digital pdf format.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Author Rob Howard, is renowned for his series of books titled \u003c\/span\u003eAn A to Z of the Accordion and Related Instruments, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-1\"\u003eVolume 1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-2\"\u003eVolume 2\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-z-vol-3-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments\"\u003eVolume 3\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-4\"\u003eVolume 4\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and later publications \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/vintage-accordions\"\u003eVintage Accordions\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/accordion-a-pictorial-history\"\u003eAccordion: A Pictorial History\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/accordion-anthology\"\u003eAccordion Anthology\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/accordion-anthology-2\"\u003eAccordion Anthology 2\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rob Howard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48533486698701,"sku":"robaccord05","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/Vintage-Accordions-Cover-1.jpg?v=1770417507"},{"product_id":"accordion-a-pictorial-history","title":"Accordion: A Pictorial History","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/A-Pictorial-History_720.jpg?v=1770419996\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccordion: A Pictorial History tells the story of the accordion, from its origins in the early 1800s up to the present day. The book is fully illustrated throughout with over 300 colour photographs, each with information, plus several articles. The articles include: What’s in a name?; Busson – first of the great accordion builders; Significant developments in the 19th Century; Concertinas; Pietro Frosini, Guido and Pietro Deiro – the Big Three of their era; The 1930s – The era of the accordion bands begins; The 1940s – Revisiting the Uniform keyboard; Italy, Hohner, and East Germany – the post-war era; Syd Lewis…and the end of an era (written by Steve Roxton); Recent Times; Helmi Harrington’s ‘A World of Accordions’ museum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of the pictures come from the huge Ken Hopkins collection in Northern Ireland, with others contributed by The Accordion Shop, Ron Bennett, Gary Blair, Tony Compton, Colin Ensor, Edwin Erickson (Canada), Skyler Fell (USA), Jean Hanger, Helmi Harrington (USA), Reza Hasani (Iran), Caroline Hunt, Roy Magna, Gordon Pattullo, Danielle Pauly (France), Barry Smith, Heather Smith, Bernard Wrigley, Alan Young, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is a sequel to Vintage Accordions (2011) and is similar in format, but adds much new information, and has different articles and photographs. Accordion: A Pictorial History is a high quality production, A4 sized hardback, and makes an ideal present for any accordion enthusiast!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Author Rob Howard, is renowned for his series of books titled \u003c\/span\u003eAn A to Z of the Accordion and Related Instruments, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-1\"\u003eVolume 1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-2\"\u003eVolume 2\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-z-vol-3-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments\"\u003eVolume 3\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-4\"\u003eVolume 4\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBook Review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA few customer comments:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Money very well spent! It’s a very worthy addition to the series” - Bert Santilly, Cambridge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Brilliant book, Rob. I love it!” – Helen Brown, North Staffs Accordion Club\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Congratulations on the new book, and I am really enjoying it. Thank you for putting in the old Settimio, my mum and dad would have been so pleased to have seen it. That box has a lot of history! Keep up the good work” - Tony Compton, Essex\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“This is, again, an excellent book, which I found fascinating. It really is a true sequel to Vintage Accordions, which was also an excellent book and contains a further wealth of material on the history of the accordion. I enjoyed looking at all your new photographs and also reading about the early French instruments. This has obviously been the result a great amount of hard work, for which I congratulate you” - Peter Ayers, Norwich\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Great book, Rob - a bit like looking in a sweetshop window, wishing I could get my hands on them!” – John Trigg, Glossop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Hi Rob. Great service - great book! Am really enjoying this. Thanks again” – Colin Ensor, Wigan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Hi Rob, got your book this morning. Thank you! Keep producing your books as they are a great reference and addition to the accordion’s history and literature” - Shane Brogan, Edinburgh\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Your new book arrived today. I enjoyed reading it this afternoon and will spend still more time on it later. I will also take it with me to my accordion club tomorrow evening and see if I can scare up some orders” – George Bachich, California\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rob Howard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48533489713357,"sku":"robaccord06","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/Accordions-A-Pictorial-Hist.jpg?v=1770420520"},{"product_id":"accordion-anthology","title":"Accordion Anthology","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAccordion Anthology\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eby Rob Howard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Author Rob Howard, is renowned for his series of books titled \u003c\/span\u003eAn A to Z of the Accordion and Related Instruments, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-1\"\u003eVolume 1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-2\"\u003eVolume 2\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-z-vol-3-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments\"\u003eVolume 3\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-4\"\u003eVolume 4\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and later publications \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/vintage-accordions\"\u003eVintage Accordions\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/accordion-a-pictorial-history\"\u003eAccordion: A Pictorial History\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/accordion-anthology\"\u003eAccordion Anthology\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/accordion-anthology-2\"\u003eAccordion Anthology 2\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Accordion Anthology’ (published in 2016) is aimed at accordion enthusiasts, including those who are new to the instrument. It contains a variety of articles and biographies, written in the style of the ‘An A to Z of the Accordion’ series, but with the larger page size and colourful visual layout of ‘Accordion: A Pictorial History’. This book has six chapters: Getting to Know the Accordion, Accordions, Articles of General Interest, CD\/DVD\/Book Reviews, Biographical Writings, and Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArticles: Getting to Know the Accordion; Making a start; Some Useful Contacts; Accordion Tips and Hints (written by Steve Roxton); Be a Better Player (by Rosemary Wright); Use of the Couplers (by James Sexton); Playing For Others (by Rosemary Wright); The Ken Hopkins Collection; Manfrini Accordions (Robert Rolston’s revival of a great manufacturing name); Evolution of the Accordion (by Colin Norton); Melodica, Accordina, Steirische Harmonica; The Accordion Concerto; The Accordion and Popular Music; Accordion Festivals; Accordion Dynasties; The Northern Ireland Open Championships; Zuckerbrod \u0026amp; Peytsche; Tales \u0026amp; Trivia; More Tales \u0026amp; Trivia; Polka and the Accordion; Reviews (Gordon Pattullo CD ‘the accordion’, Joey Miskulin CD ‘The Other Side of the Fence’, Luke Daniels – CD ‘Tribute to William Hannah’, Will Pound \u0026amp; Eddy Jay – CD ‘Ignite’, John Kirkpatrick – CD ‘The Dance of the Demon Daffodils’, Sharon Shannon – CD\/DVD ‘In Galway’, ‘Toralf Tollefsen World Artist’ – book); Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBiographical Writings: (** indicates an autobiographical article): Amanda Robinson, André Verchuren, Brandon McPhee, David Vernon**, Dawn Loombe, Dermot Lyons, Eddie Hession, Finbarr Dwyer, Freeland Barbour**, Gary Forrest, Bartosz Glowacki, Matthew MacLennan, A Tribute to Gervasio Marcosignori, Gordon Pattullo**, Helen Maher, Helen Rich, Jack Emblow**, Jackie Hearst, Nathan Carter, Joe Cooley Remembered, John Jones MBE**, A Tribute to John Leslie, Ksenija Sidorova, Classic Kyiv Duo, Kosmos, Lars Ek, Igor Outkine, Leonard Brown, Malachy Cairns, Michael Coyne, Martynas Levickis, V. Marceau, Paul Chamberlain**, Pearl Fawcett-Adriano**, Rob Howard’s ‘French Connection’** – The ‘Allo ‘Allo Experience and Renault Mégane: ‘Can a car change a town?’, Stewart Walker**, William Hannah\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccordion Anthology is lavishly illustrated throughout with 320 colour and black \u0026amp; white photographs, and is an A4 sized high quality hardback. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBook Review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e– Review Box \u0026amp; Fiddle (September 2016)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRob Howard has written a wonderful series of books on the accordion and Accordion Anthology, which was published on May 6th, is no exception. If you love, or even just like the accordion, then you just have to add this book to your collection. Accordion Anthology is the successor to Rob’s A to Z of the Accordion series, Vintage Accordions and Accordion: A Pictorial History. This new title incorporates the writing style of the A to Z series. The book is a balance between articles and biographies with a section at the beginning refreshingly aimed at those who are new to the accordion. Rosemary Wright and Steve Roxton both contribute articles intended for aspiring players and performers. Such material in my view is in such short supply so it’s great to see the inclusion of material that will hopefully encourage and inspire budding players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of the finest names in the accordion world have also contributed auto biographical articles for the book. How about this for a list of top names, Gordon Pattullo, David Vernon, Freeland Barbour, Stewart Walker, Paul Chamberlain, Jack Emblow, John Jones MBE and Pearl Fawcett-Adriano just to mention a few. This book is literally packed full of interesting articles and photographs (the majority in colour) which will keep accordion fans everywhere amused for hours and hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is split into six chapters, Getting to Know the Accordion, Accordions, Articles of General Interest, CD, DVD and Book Reviews, Biographical Writings and Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow. Rob has also included an article which outlines to readers his experience of appearing in stage versions of Allo Allo and a Renault Megane TV commercial. Experiences that Rob claims nearly made him well known! Rob has clearly put a lot of research and hours of painstaking work in to producing this book as I know he’s equally done with all his others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe accordion enthusiasts have got to be greatly indebted to Rob for his vision, hours of hard work, but more importantly for the visibility and profile he’s given our much loved instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI for one, Rob salute you and I’m in total admiration for all you’ve achieved. My strong advice to you is to get your hands on a copy of this excellent book while you can. I’ll guarantee you will treasure it forever. Accordion Anthology contains 320 photographs, mainly in colour, and is an extremely high quality production. The book costs a mere snip at US$11 plus postage. Don’t delay, purchase today. You will not regret it! Very highly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA few customer comments:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Everyone who plays or love accordions needs to get this book. Congratulations to Rob on a great job of research and writing - Joey Miskulin, Nashville, USA\u003cbr\u003e* The new book is great – Heather Smith, Hull\u003cbr\u003e* Another great book! – Shane Brogan, Edinburgh\u003cbr\u003e* I would like to thank Rob Howard for recognising my life's work in the accordion in is his latest publication ‘Accordion Anthology’. Rob has put in a tremendous amount of hours compiling this book, and it is a must read for all accordion enthusiasts – Robert Rolston.\u003cbr\u003e* Loving the book – Adrienne Sharpe, Stockport\u003cbr\u003e* A great read – Gary Blair, Glasgow\u003cbr\u003e* The best book yet – Lou Ambrose, West Midlands\u003cbr\u003e* Delighted to be included in Accordion Anthology. Another fantastic book - Amanda Robinson, Northern Ireland\u003cbr\u003e* I'll echo ...\"Delighted to be included in Accordion Anthology. Another fantastic book\" – Helen Rich, Manchester\u003cbr\u003e* Rob, I found the Anthology most interesting. Well done – Pat Gray, Aberdeen\u003cbr\u003e* I really enjoyed the book. Very informative – Robin Waitt (The Bon Accords), Dumfries\u003cbr\u003e* Your book is something else - beautifully presented and written – Martina Hall, Stockport\u003cbr\u003e* Rob (and anyone else) - it's a fantastic read - please get it and enjoy – Seamus O’Sullivan, Glasgow\u003cbr\u003e* Hi Rob, I am honoured to be included in Accordion Anthology. This latest release is produced to your usual high standard - it is excellent quality and very well laid out. A must for all accordion fans and I hope it is selling well. It is a welcome addition to my collection along with your previous books – Gordon Pattullo, Perthshire.\u003cbr\u003e* Rob’s latest book is a very informative and enjoyable read, and enhanced by numerous colour photographs, and at a very reasonable price – Peter Ayers (MD Norvic Concordia), Norwich.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rob Howard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48533489975501,"sku":"robaccord07","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/anthhol.jpg?v=1770420806"},{"product_id":"accordion-anthology-2","title":"Accordion Anthology 2","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAccordion Anthology 2\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eby Rob Howard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Author Rob Howard, is renowned for his series of books titled \u003c\/span\u003eAn A to Z of the Accordion and Related Instruments, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-1\"\u003eVolume 1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-2\"\u003eVolume 2\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-z-vol-3-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments\"\u003eVolume 3\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/an-a-to-z-of-the-accordion-and-related-instruments-vol-4\"\u003eVolume 4\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and later publications \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/vintage-accordions\"\u003eVintage Accordions\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/accordion-a-pictorial-history\"\u003eAccordion: A Pictorial History\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/accordion-anthology\"\u003eAccordion Anthology\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/emusicforaccordion.com\/products\/accordion-anthology-2\"\u003eAccordion Anthology 2\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn November 2018 writer and accordionist Rob Howard was asked by the British Music Hall Society to write an article for their magazine ‘Call Boy’, which was duly published in January 2019. That article – ‘Accordions in the eras of Music Hall and Variety’ – inspired and formed the basis of a new book, ‘Accordion Anthology 2’ (a sequel to Accordion Anthology published in 2016). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe article looked at the presence of the accordion, concertina and other free reed instruments in the Music Hall and Variety eras of the 19th and 20th Centuries, and featured the contributions of such notable musicians as Grock, Peter Honri, George Scott-Wood, Primo Scala, Nick \u0026amp; Carmino Capaldi, Louis Cabrelli, Toralf Tollefsen, Charles Camilleri, Jack Emblow, Pearl Fawcett, Gordon Glenn, Shirley Evans, Reg Varney, Eric Dabrowski, Valentino, Lawrie Adam, The Alexander Brothers, Borrah Minevitch, Reed \u0026amp; Delroy, Ricky T. Sargent, and others.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccordion Anthology 2 presents a variety of articles and biographies, including several interesting autobiographical contributions from some well-known players. Like its predecessor, ‘Accordion Anthology’ (still available), this is a near A4 sized high quality hardback, fully illustrated with 375 photographs, and is aimed at enthusiasts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArticles: Accordion Family Members; Accordions in the eras of Music Hall and Variety; Looking After Your Accordion; Caroline’s Antique Accordions; Castelfidardo; Diatonic Accordion Musings (by George Garside); CD \u0026amp; DVD Reviews (Peter Wood Shetland Dance Band DVD, David Vernon CD, Mantovani DVD, Mario Conway CD, Cambridge Buskers CD box set); The Impact of British Accordion Composition (by Lauren Farquharson); The No 1 Ladies Accordion Orchestra; The Serious Performer (by Douglas Ward); Learning the accordion – a work in progress…(by Rob Howard); Using the Accordion for Vocal Accompaniment (by Jack Emblow); Tales \u0026amp; Trivia; The London Accordion Orchestra; Accordion Clubs; Accordion Festivals; The Midland Accordion Festival (by Barry Smith); Scotland’s Accordion Heritage; Ireland’s Accordion Heritage; Overseas accordionists who have performed in the UK; 1829…and more milestones in the accordion’s history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiographical articles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yvette Horner, Harry Hussey, Jonny Kerry, Owen Murray, Dermot O’Brien Remembered, Sharon Shannon, George Syrett, Douglas Ward, Charlie Watkins Remembered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutobiographical articles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gary Blair, Gina Brannelli, Julie Best, Jean Corrighan, Mario Conway, Dave Cormack, Brian Forrest, Jean Hanger, Roy Hendrie, Rob Howard’s French Connection, Seamus O’Sullivan, Nigel Pasby, Bert Santilly, Gordon Shand, Karen Street, Karen Tweed, Robert Whitehead, Blackpool 1942 – Francis Wright’s memories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBook Review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI recently received in the post an A4 size padded envelope which was addressed to me in a handwriting that I recognised. I was surprised to find that Rob Howard had sent me his latest book, ‘Accordion Anthology 2’, to review. He has written eight highly readable and well-illustrated books on the accordion since 2003 and I assumed that his last one, ‘Accordion Anthology’, written in 2016, would be his last. This is because there is so much information in these eight books that I wondered whether he could find enough material to write another. However, I was wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the format and style is the same as ‘Accordion Anthology’, aimed as all the others were on the accordion player and those who like the instrument, this latest book was written by Rob following an article – ‘Accordions in the eras of Music Hall and Variety’ - he wrote for the British Music Hall Society’s magazine ‘Call Boy’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough some of the material covers topics that are found in Rob’s previous books, none of the material is repeated and the biographical entries that have been written about previously are either updated or expanded. In fact there are completely new photographs of the subjects of these biographies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes the book so enjoyable to read are the numerous excellent colour photographs, the only black and white photographs being those taken a long while ago. Although Rob has written some of the articles, others are by those who are specialists in a particular area of the accordion, such as George Garside (‘The Diatonic Accordion’), Douglas Ward (‘The Serious Performer’) and Jack Emblow (‘Using the Accordion for Vocal Accompaniment’). I particularly enjoyed reading the article ‘Castelfidardo A Place of Pilgrimage For Accordionists Everywhere’, as it contained some interesting facts that I never knew about, such as a list of accordion manufacturers, with their dates of activity and production statistics for 1953, the year of highest production. This was when I was learning to play the accordion, when the instrument reached its height of popularity and you could buy an instrument from Bell Accordions of Surbiton for as little as 5\/- weekly. I have been surprised how some people treat their accordions by the state that I see some of them. The article ‘Looking After Your Accordion’ gives good advice and if adhered to by all players would ensure that fewer instruments would get into the poor state that some I have seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough most of the biographical articles are of people that I either knew of or have met, there are some whom I had no knowledge of. Even those familiar to me contained information that I was not aware of as well as some new photographs. Most of these biographies are autobiographies and consequently they vary in their readability. I particularly enjoyed reading those by Bert Santilly (‘How I Came To Learn The Accordion’) and Rob (‘Rob Howard’s French Connection’). Rob’s article ‘Learning The Accordion – A Work In Progress’ is also very interesting. I suppose why I enjoyed these articles is because they convey the satisfaction they have obtained from playing the instrument and the varied experiences they have encountered through the many activities with the instrument. This is more interesting to read than a biography that mostly lists the achievements the writer has gained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo this latest book can be enjoyed by players, whether of little or great experience, or by those who do not play, but simply enjoy the instrument. There is certainly much new material and its pictures and production is of the usual high standard of all of Rob’s previous books, especially with its numerous high quality photographs and illustrations. I can, without hesitation, thoroughly recommend its purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeter Ayers\u003c\/strong\u003e (MD Norvic Concordia), Norwich\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA few customer comments:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Accordion Anthology 2 is beautifully laid out and very, very interesting.” – Don Ferguson, Cumbria\u003cbr\u003e“I am most impressed with your book.” - Alex Govier, Cornwall\u003cbr\u003e“Hi Rob. Your book is a brilliant read.” Lauren Farquharson, Dundalk, Ireland\u003cbr\u003e“Well done on an excellent job with Accordion Anthology 2” - Seamus O’Sullivan, Glasgow\u003cbr\u003e“I love Anthology 2 Rob. It is so beautifully produced and interesting to read” – Tony Compton, Essex\u003cbr\u003e“It's 12.37....my tea is cold, my eyes are closing but I am still reading Accordion Anthology 2. Thanks - a mine of accordion information \u0026amp; so many lovely memories of old friends from the past! Truly a great 'read'. Thanks.” Adrienne Sharpe, Stockport\u003cbr\u003e“Thank you for the book, beautifully laid out, and a really lovely read” – Gina Brannelli, Blackpool\u003cbr\u003e“Hi there Rob, love the new book, a mine of information - an encyclopedia of the accordion world and its players” – Den Proctor, Lincolnshire\u003cbr\u003e“I also think the new book is GREAT” – Harry Kipling, Hull\u003cbr\u003e“I think so too Rob!” – Alma Painter, Halifax, West Yorkshire\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rob Howard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48533490303181,"sku":"robaccord08","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8270\/8685\/files\/anth2.jpg?v=1770424325"}],"url":"https:\/\/musicforaccordion.com\/collections\/rob-howard-collection.oembed","provider":"MFA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}