Category: Diatonic Accordion

Before purchasing a diatonic accordion, there are a few essential details you should keep in mind. These squeeze button boxes feature one to ten rows of keys with newer models usually having more rounded and sleek appearance. Each key on an accordion produces its own distinct note depending on which direction its bellows are pulled READ MORE

Diatonic accordions feature one or more rows of buttons which play diatonic scale notes (C, G, D and B) without sharps or flats, unlike their chromatic counterparts which can play any note within the chromatic scale. Double-action accordions equipped with couplers feature sets of additional reeds pitched an octave lower than their main set to READ MORE

The accordion has been around for more than 150 years, being used in Cajun, Zydeco, Tex-Mex, Alpine and Irish traditional music genres. It features one row of keys or buttons located near the bellows that play single notes chromatically to produce melodies at true pitch. Chords may also be added by pressing a button. Keyboard READ MORE

Diatonic accordions feature one or more rows of buttons on their right sides, each providing notes from an individual diatonic scale. Usually these rows are spaced at intervals of fifths. Diatonic accordions differ from their chromatic counterparts by featuring buttons with two reeds that produce different tones depending on how they’re activated, producing distinct notes READ MORE

The accordion is an acoustic musical instrument consisting of two keyboards on either side, an air valve, and reeds. By tuning dry or wet, diatonic accordions produce different tones and sounds. Peter Pot is among a small cadre of musicians in Phoenix who take the accordion seriously and recognize its beauty as an instrument worthy READ MORE

Diatonic accordions, more commonly referred to as melodeons, are squeeze button accordions with a diatonic scale and an adjustable bass button row that produces basic chords. There are smaller versions with one or two rows, larger versions featuring rows tuned a semitone apart (i.e. BCC# for chromaticism), and even bigger ones with stradella basses – READ MORE

The accordion is an instrument found across many cultures around the globe and makes an ideal choice for musicians wanting to perform both traditional and modern styles of music. A diatonic accordion, or melodeon as it’s more commonly referred to, contains one 10-button row. Each button plays two notes depending on whether or not you READ MORE

Diatonic accordions can be used to play an array of melodies. Unfortunately, their range may be limited due to only being capable of supporting certain keys; exceptions might include larger diatonic accordions with rows tuned one semitone apart (making them also chromatic) and stradella basses. Diatonic accordions feature one row of melody buttons and ten READ MORE

The accordion is an instrument with a longstanding tradition in folk and traditional music, as well as contemporary genres that blend classical with contemporary elements. Arizona-based band Johnny Kongos employs diatonic accordions in their music. Diatonic instruments feature only one row of melody buttons. Characteristics Accordions come in all sorts of sizes and shapes, from READ MORE

Accordions have a rich tradition across many cultures and musical genres, often diatonic but occasionally also chromatic (such as large BCC# boxes). Single row melodeons and Irish concertinas can often be seen used in Irish/Celtic music, while accordions with two rows of buttons are more typically employed for Cajun, Zydeco and Tex-Mex styles of music. READ MORE