23 easy to intermediate-level pieces for accordion. This collection of characteristic dances from Flanders and Wallonia features a cross-section of the repertoire and demonstrates the diversity of this area's cultural heritage. Belgium consists of Flanders in the north and Wallonia in the south and each region has its own traditional folk music, both displaying similarities as well as differences. The accordionist Marinette Bonnert has collected the most beautiful pieces and Tomasso Huber has adapted them to create authentic, easy to intermediate arrangements for accordion. The notation and chord indications for the left hand comply with international standards. 23 easy to middle-grade characteristic dances from Flanders and Wallonia for standard-bass accordion Notation and left-hand chord symbols are in accordance with the international standard Introductory background information is provided by Marinette Bonnert, who grew up with this music / Date parution : 2015-11-20/ Recueil / Accordéon

If you're new to the accordion, you are probably eager to learn some songs. This book provides 50 simplified arrangements of must-know popular standards, folk songs and show tunes / Niveau : Facile / Recueil / Accordéon

Media : Book Author : by Clifton Chenier transcribed and arrangaed by Gary Dahl Level : Intermediate Date published : 8/27/1997 Style : Cajun-Zydeco Type : Transcribed Solos Description : This collection of 15 accordion arrangements of tunes by Clifton Chenier (1925-1987) clearly demonstrates why he is known as the undisputed King of Zydeco music. Written for the piano accordion as opposed to the Cajun button accordion, all of the selections in this book are transcribed from Chenier's 1965-1987 recordings on Arhoolie Records. The featured tunes are: Ain't No Need of Cryin' Tu le Ton Son Ton, I'm Coming Home, Jole Blonde, Calinda, Louisiana Two-Step, Ay, Ai, Ai, Louisiana Blues, Black Gal, Big Momou, I'm on the Wonder, Zydeco Cha Cha, I'm a Hog for You, Zydeco et Pas Sale, and Black Snake Blues. Dix Bruce con- tributes a fine essay on the colorful life of Clifton Chenier. A delightful companion CD recording is available in the spirit of Chenier's signature cry- Laissez les bon ton roulet! (Let the good times role!) *** Note: 10 songs out of 15 are on the cd, 96616CD Clifton Chenier 60 Minutes with the King of Zydeco. The other 5 songs are transcribed from other Arhooolie CDs by Clifton Chenier.

Learn to play the accordion and open up a brand new world of musical knowledge with this exciting method from Alfred Music. Beginners of all ages can start their journey to a lifetime of musical enjoyment. Beginning with the fundamentals, you will learn about the parts of the accordion, buying an accordion, preparing the instrument for use, and getting acquainted with standard musical notation. You will then learn to use your left and right hands in the proper ways, playing different notes, chords, and songs, all while continuing to increase your knowledge of reading and understanding standard musical notation. You will learn to play in an array of musical styles, including folk songs, Waltzes, Bluegrass, Polka, and more. You will also learn how to play with a group of other musicians. Upon completion of the book, you will be able to play the accordion in a variety of musical styles, read and understand music, improvise, and be ready to play in a band. Included is a DVD that contains video lessons, MP3s, and TNT 2 software for the most effective practice, plus codes to access all of the corresponding media online for streaming or downloading. The book features the following resources for reference during and after your lessons: * Complete button reference chart * Informative section on MIDI accordions * Practice tips * An explanation on basic maintenance and repair The accompanying video provides a helpful reference for play-along and practice. The included TNT 2 software allows you to isolate the audio tracks, transpose, loop, and slow down or speed up the audio for the most effective practice. Be your own teacher, and let Alfred Music be your resource every step of the way. / Accordéon

Klezmer music remains popular in Europe thanks to the folk revival of the late 1960s. The accordionist Alan Bern collected and arranged this exceptional edition of traditional Klezmer pieces for intermediate players. In keeping with international standards, the collection has a strong focus on the notation and chord indications of the left hand. / Accordéon

In view of the enormous upswing in popularity that the accordion has experienced as an avantgarde instrument in the last decades of the twentieth century, a systematic elaboration of the latest instrumental techniques and forms of expression, as well as detailed instructions on how to employ the accordion have been sorely lacking.
This book explains all the playing techniques, registers as well as tonal potentials and expressive possibilities of the accordion. It demonstrates the distinctive elements of these techniques and in addition, gives composers valuable information concerning notation.
A CD with examples of sound techniques and excerpts from the repertoire is included. An extra fold-out chart presents a full-sized layout of the treble and bass sides, helping composers to check fingering possibilities. This long-awaited book will be an essential tool for composers, performers and teachers.

- Comprehensive description of all relevant playing techniques on the button accordion
- Practical notation suggestions for composers
- Music examples from important contemporary works
- CD containing examples of all registration and playing techniques and excerpts from the repertoire
- Full size, fold-out chart giving the arrangement of the buttons on the instrument
- Text in two languages (Ger/Eng)

?This book by Bettina Buchmann is a real boon; it gives not only a representative overview of the latest instrumental techniques and forms of expression on the accordion today, but paves the way for composers and accordionists to compose and perform idiomatically on the instrument. The author and publisher deserve the highest recognition for this.? (Teodoro Anzellotti)

?The accordion has enjoyed a revival in popularity in recent times ? numerous composers have discovered it as a solo instrument, in chamber music and also for its orchestral sound. I?m really happy to have this exceptionally clearly laid out book by Bettina Buchmann by my side as a guide and incentive for my further explorations into the instrument.?
(Beat Furrer)
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Par SEDLON J.H.. This method, which can be used for any size of instrument, from 12 to 120 bass takes the student rapidly through the fundamentals in a manner to establish self-confidence from the first lesson. This book presents a new and scientifically correct program for mastering finger technique, enabling the accordionist to acquire the brilliant technique of the professional player far more rapidly than by indiscriminate and haphazard practice. Included also is a neasily understood course in Keyboard Harmony and its adaptation in harmonizing melodies and playing effectively from piano and violon music. Finally, this method contains a series of carefully graded and edited solos embracing all forms of music from Swing-Boogie to the Classics. / Niveau : Débutant / Méthode / Méthode / Accordéon

Par BEYNON IVOR. This tutor book has been written for general use and is suitable for beginners and players up to intermediate standard, although material has also been included which will be of benegit to those beyond this grade. Care has been taken to introduce sufficient theoritical information necessary to give a sound musical grounding, as well as the techniques required to play the instrument, and each chapter, complete in itself, contains practical material relating to the theoritical text. Most of the pieces are classical in content but some arragements of standard popular songs have been included which show the wide range of music suitable for the accordion. / Niveau : Assez Facile / Recueil / Accordéon

piano reduction and solo parts. Par SALLINEN AULIS. Composed for the 2020 Kokkola Winter Accordion Festival in Finland and first performed by Sonja Vertainen and Janne Valkeajoki (accordions) and the Ostrobothnian Chamber Orchestra conducted by Anna-Maria Helsing. Lasting around 20 minutes, this two movement work is a showcase for the accordion by the distinguished Finnish composer. / Date parution : 2023-10-31/ Répertoire / 2 Accordéons