Accordion Pictures

Lady playing the accordion

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Today, the accordion is deemed as truly an international phenomenon. Several manufacturers of this fine instrument are now operating worldwide, with Germany, France, Italy, and USSR being the top listed hubs of voluminous companies. Recent studies further revealed that 75 percent of the instruments were built and exported around the world.

With such immense popularity, I believe many of you are familiar with how the accordion looks like. But, for those who have no idea how the accordion looks like, below is a list of online stores where you can find great accordion pictures. This is more than enough to tell you the details about this instrument. Read more . . .

History Of The Accordion

An antique accordion

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From conventional old-world ballads to modern Acadian and even punk rock, the accordion is a staple in many musical bands.

In fact, this humble instrument  boasts a fascinating history.  The accordion family tree stretches back centuries, to an ancient Chinese instrument called a Sheng or Cheng.  Used during the time of Confucius (551-479 BC), this instrument  is believed to be first to use the free vibrating reed principal.  This principal provided the basis of sound production for today’s state-of-the-art accordions. Read more . . .

The Best Accordion Is From Reyes Accordions

Old accordion instrument

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Reyes Accordions is generally one of the most acclaimed accordion companies worldwide. It primarily caters to the Latino market, bridging both their Tex-Mex Norteño and Conjunto.

Presently, Reyes Accordions strongly highlights the three-row button accordion, and soon they will be expanding their coverage to include the piano accordion.

Based on its history, the Reyes Accordions began as a family tradition. Gilbert Reyes, the current Read more . . .