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Preface

  • Thank You
  • My Accordion Journey

The Button Accordion

  • The Accordion
  • Bass and Chords
  • On the Tab
  • Major Scales
  • Crossing the Rows
  • The First Song
  • A Few Notes on Music and Practicing

The First 10 Songs

  • Soldier's Joy
  • Spotted Pony
  • Liberty
  • Angelina Baker
  • Devil's Dream
  • Needle Case
  • Arkansas Traveler
  • Whiskey Before Breakfast
  • Over the Waterfall
  • June Apple

Making Your Own Arrangements

  • Building the Melody
  • Playing in Two Octaves
  • Mississippi Sawyer
  • Harmonizing Notes
  • Providing Backup
  • In the Pines

Moving Forward/More Songs

  • The Blacksmith
  • Buttermilk & Cider
  • Dubuque
  • Forked Deer
  • Hang On
  • Lamplighter's Hornpipe
  • League & Slasher Reel
  • Little Hornpipe
  • Sweet Ellen
  • Lady on the Railroad
  • Breaking Up Christmas
  • Snowflake Hornpipe
  • Snouts & Ears of America
  • Young America Hornpipe
  • Whiskey
  • Bunch of Kegs

Jigs & Waltzes

  • The Left-Hand Waltz Pattern
  • Counting in 6/8
  • The Kesh Jig
  • John Newgrant
  • St Lawrence Jig
  • The Merry Widow
  • Amazing Grace

Conclusion

How to Play the Button Accordion & Song Book

How to Play the Button Accordion & Song Book

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How to Play the Button Accordion & Song Book provides instruction on this unique folk instrument. In addition to a great collection of songs, you'll get insights on understanding the instrument, transposing keys, finding melodies, providing backup, creating unique arrangements, and building a repertoire. The material can be applied to both one and two-row button accordions (a.k.a. melodeons) and will be helpful to new and experienced players alike.
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Preface

  • Thank You
  • My Accordion Journey

The Button Accordion

  • The Accordion
  • Bass and Chords
  • On the Tab
  • Major Scales
  • Crossing the Rows
  • The First Song
  • A Few Notes on Music and Practicing

The First 10 Songs

  • Soldier's Joy
  • Spotted Pony
  • Liberty
  • Angelina Baker
  • Devil's Dream
  • Needle Case
  • Arkansas Traveler
  • Whiskey Before Breakfast
  • Over the Waterfall
  • June Apple

Making Your Own Arrangements

  • Building the Melody
  • Playing in Two Octaves
  • Mississippi Sawyer
  • Harmonizing Notes
  • Providing Backup
  • In the Pines

Moving Forward/More Songs

  • The Blacksmith
  • Buttermilk & Cider
  • Dubuque
  • Forked Deer
  • Hang On
  • Lamplighter's Hornpipe
  • League & Slasher Reel
  • Little Hornpipe
  • Sweet Ellen
  • Lady on the Railroad
  • Breaking Up Christmas
  • Snowflake Hornpipe
  • Snouts & Ears of America
  • Young America Hornpipe
  • Whiskey
  • Bunch of Kegs

Jigs & Waltzes

  • The Left-Hand Waltz Pattern
  • Counting in 6/8
  • The Kesh Jig
  • John Newgrant
  • St Lawrence Jig
  • The Merry Widow
  • Amazing Grace

Conclusion

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