10 classical piano pieces that can sound great on the accordion, along with a little why they work well:

Beethoven’s “Ode to Joy” – This uplifting and recognizable theme adapts nicely to the accordion’s range and can be really fun to play. Bach’s “Invention No. 1” – Bach’s clear, counterpoint-driven music works well on the accordion, which can handle its complexity nicely. Chopin’s “Prelude in E Minor” – This piece’s emotional depth and flowing lines translate beautifully to the...

Pop music from the 1970s gave us plenty of iconic hits, but not all of them are accordion-friendly. The accordion shines in many styles, but some pop songs just don’t fit its sound or vibe. Here are ten pop songs from the ‘70s that might be tricky to pull off on the accordion: 1. “Dancing Queen” by ABBA ABBA’s “Dancing...

10 fun pieces from the 2010s that you can try on the accordion: 1. “Rolling in the Deep” by Adele (2010) – A powerful, soulful tune that can really shine on the accordion. 2. “Uptown Funk” by Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars (2014) – This funky, upbeat song will get everyone dancing and sounds great with accordion. 3. “Shape of...

1. “Let It Go” from Frozen (2013) – This powerful anthem is perfect for showcasing the accordion’s range and emotional impact. 2. “A Whole New World” from Aladdin (2019, live-action remake) – The enchanting melody of this classic fits nicely with the accordion’s whimsical tones. 3. “You’re Welcome” from Moana (2016) – The upbeat, catchy rhythm of this song works...

Here are some questions people ask about getting back into playing accordion. 1. How easy is it to get back into playing? Things that you learned as a child often come back more quickly than you think. Your brain has built the architecture for that skill when you were young – and you will be able to re-learn how to...

Our EAS executive board welcomes the Edmonton Accordion Society members and WSAC members as well as anyone interested in finding out more about the accordion to our new website. We have partnered with Westend Seniors Activity Centre (WSAC) and welcome WSAC members to join our regular meetings at no cost. We are pleased to have an improved communication platform through...