| There is one particular instrument that is often | | | | practicing at night. |
| overlooked, but has proved its popularity time and time | | | | You also need to be able to hear the accordion, so a |
| again. The accordion fits in beautifully with other | | | | quiet space is important. This will help you to hone your |
| instruments, and has been known to be a good | | | | 'ear', and your skills will improve quickly. If you can |
| replacement for the electronic keyboard or organ. It | | | | afford it, purchase cork tiles and use them to line the |
| has the advantage of not needing electricity, but | | | | ceiling and walls of your practice room, as this will |
| obviously its sound and the mechanics of playing it are | | | | ensure that there are no sounds coming in or going out. |
| quite different. Anyone who has just taken up the | | | | Soundproof rooms are essential for people who want |
| accordion, and wants to learn more about it, will find | | | | to play and practice musical instruments. |
| this article helpful. | | | | The next step is to exercise your hands and fingers. |
| First of all, it is important that you have access to an | | | | The accordion is not an easy instrument to play, and |
| accordion. If you decide to learn the accordion, | | | | you will need great dexterity and strength in your |
| constant practice is crucial. After some time, you will | | | | fingers. However, even though it is a difficult instrument |
| become more familiar with the instrument and you will | | | | to play and practice, if you allow yourself plenty of |
| be ready to buy one of your own. | | | | time to get familiar with it, and practice on a regular |
| There are a number of second hand instruments | | | | basis, then I believe that you will be able to play it |
| available, but quality is of the essence. A good quality | | | | effectively. Learning to play the accordion is just like |
| accordion will work well. All of the working parts of the | | | | learning to play any musical instrument, which always |
| accordion, such as the keys and the bellows, should be | | | | requires hard work and practice from the player. |
| in good working order. | | | | You may have a friend or a teacher who is already |
| Once you have an accordion, the next thing is to find a | | | | an experienced accordion player, so another way to |
| suitable place for practice. The accordion is a loud | | | | learn is to let them teach and guide you. This way your |
| instrument and the volume cannot be adjusted in the | | | | practice will be more effective, as opposed to |
| same way as keyboards and organs. Keep your | | | | practicing alone. |
| neighbours in mind, especially if you are thinking of | | | | |