- Series: Teach Yourself
- Paperback: 96 pages
- Publisher: Alfred Music; 00-24412 edition (May 4, 2006)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0739038346
- ISBN-13: 978-0739038345
Learn to play the accordion and open up a brand new world of musical
knowledge with this exciting method from Alfred. 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 move right
along to using 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.
The book features the following resources for reference during and after your lessons:
* Complete button reference chart
* Informative section on MIDI accordions
* Practice tips
* Explanation on basic maintenance and repair
The accompanying CD provides a helpful reference for play-along and practice.
Be your own teacher, and let Alfred be your resource every step of the way.
The book features the following resources for reference during and after your lessons:
* Complete button reference chart
* Informative section on MIDI accordions
* Practice tips
* Explanation on basic maintenance and repair
The accompanying CD provides a helpful reference for play-along and practice.
Be your own teacher, and let Alfred be your resource every step of the way.
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