1.Get an accordion
OK, I know that sounds a little glib, but it really is the first step. Accordion is not the most popular, or common, instrument in the world. There may be some who think that's a good thing for the wrong reasons (there is the old saw that a gentleman is someone who can play the accordion but doesn't) but the relative unpopularity, of the instrument, compared to, say, guitar, can be a plus for us. For one, it means there are many unused accordions around, just waiting for an interested novice (that's you!) to come along and give it a good home. Maybe it's in your own antic or basement, or your grandmother's, uncle's, or friends. They don't have to give it to you, you can just borrow it for a while. On the other hand, they may be so grateful for the possibility of getting rid of it that you may not be able to stop them from giving it to you!
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2.Make sure it works.
If it's been sitting around for a long time you want to inspect it to see all is in working order. Make sure the bellow is not ripped, that none of the keys or buttons stick, and that each note sounds properly. This is important.
3.Find a place to practice.
If you live in the country, with no neighbors within at least a one hundred yards (although farther is better) this won't be a problem, you can practice anywhere. One advantage to the accordion is that neighbors can be much closer than with other instruments, such as bagpipes, which require a separation of at least 500 yards.
If you don't live in the country, you will need to find a quiet room. Basements are preferable. It's a good idea to buy some cork or acoustic tiles to line the ceiling and the walls. That way your family will still talk to you and your friends will remain friends as you learn to play. You can think of this room as your own personal “crossroads,” as in “The legendary blues singer Robert Johnson is reputed to have gone to the crossroads, made a pact with the devil and emerged as one of the most talented and influential blues musicians of modern history.” You don't want witnesses to your secret dealings at the crossroads. Let them figure it out for themselves, or better yet, guess forever, after you emerge playing like champ!
4.Finger Yoga
Playing accordion requires nimble fingers, as well as a sharp but calm mind. It is well known that yoga promotes, flexibility, agility, inner calmness and a focus. These are simple skills, it's true, but they are crucial for mastery of the instrument. Be diligent, and with just a few minutes a day you'll be going from fingers twisted in pretzel-like poses to being stretched farther than you ever thought possible, in just a flash.
5. Ready, set ....
We're almost there. You've got your accordion; you've checked it over and it all works; you've got your home in the country or your soundproof room; you've done your finger yoga. You are ready to strap that baby on and play! But wait; there's just one more thing? How do you play?
Simple, you get out that instruction book [http://www.accordion-course-for-beginnersreview.com] you bought online, the one that inspired you to learn in the first place; find the “C” button with your left hand, pull the folds apart; press a button; press a key with your right hand; do it again.
Bingo! You're playing accordion in 5 easy steps.