Instructional Books
We recommend the Palmer-Hughes method for all aspiring accordionists. It's a tried and true method that's been in use for over 50 years. If it ain't broke, don't fix it!

P.H. Book One $9.95

P.H. Book Two $9.95
P.H. Book Three $9.95
P.H. Book Four $9.95
P.H. Book Five $9.95
P.H. Book Six $9.95
P.H. Book Seven $9.95
P.H. Book Eight $9.95
P.H. Book Nine $9.95
P.H. Book Ten $9.95

You Can Teach Yourself Accordion
Neil Griffin
Difficulty: Easy
Notation: Standard Accordion

A comprehensive accordion method assembled especially for the serious student learning on their own without access to weekly formal music lessons. Both technical and music theory concepts are introduced as needed in this step-by-step method, never over burdening the student and maximizing enjoyment.

$19.95 (Book/CD Set)

$10.95 (Book Only)


First Lessons in Accordion
Gary Dahl
Difficulty: Easy
Notation: Standard Accordion

This effective and exceptional teaching tool will motivate and guide the beginner student from basic accordion familiarization and music theory to quickly achieving results by playing songs such as Scarborough Fair and Ode to Joy. Includes a play along CD.

$7.95 (Book)


Deluxe Accordion Method
Frank Zucco
Difficulty: Easy-Intermediate
Notation: Standard Accordion

The original solos and arrangements in this children's method offers three levels of clear easy to understand instruction. It teaches proper playing technique as well as the rudiments of music theory. Students learn to play by feel and touch rather than depending on sight.

$12.95 (Book)


The Box: Irish Button Accordion
David C. Hanrahan
Difficulty: Easy-Advanced; 32 Pages
Notation: Lead Sheet/2-Row

THE BOX introduces students to the Irish Traditional button accordion using simple teaching methods. Included are sections on music reading, technique and a collection of tunes.

$12.95 (Book)


Absolute Beginners Concertina
Mike Bramich
Difficulty: Easy-Intermediate; 23 Pages
Notation: Anglo Concertina Tablature

Absolute Beginners Concertina provides students with a throrouhg understanding of the twenty key anglo concertina. Includes sections on scales, maintenance, chords and songs.

$9.95 (Book)


Melodic Adventures in Bassland
John Caruso
Difficulty: Easy/Intermediate; 32 Pages
Notation: Standard Accordion

This is a tried and true method for mastery of the left hand. Using simple and recognizable melodies, you'll be playing the left hand like a pro in no time.

$9.95 (Book)


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