Elderly Instruments Latest - Accordion and Concertina http://elderly.com/list/accordion/new.rss en-us copyright 2008 Elderly Instruments Thu, 24 Jul 2008 04:04:48 -0400 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 04:04:48 -0400 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 720 webmaster@elderly.com 2008 -- Second outing from Krunoslav "Kruno" Spisic, this time teaming up with musette-jazz accordion virtuoso Ludovic Beier. Some Gypsy-jazz tracks plus tunes from Billy Strayhorn, Duke Ellington, Luiz Bonfa, Irving Berlin and more -- with bassist Scott Churchman and Vjekoslav Dimter on rhythm guitar. ($17.95) ]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2008 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/recordings/items/GJD-CD00601.htm http://elderly.com/recordings/items/GJD-CD00601.htm A collection of light classics, folk music, and original solos for accordion. The music is from various periods and represents a colorful assortment of styles. The arrangements are quite unique to the accordion. Provides solo and recital material. Reissue. Intermediate. 44 pp. ($9.95) ]]> Thu, 03 Jul 2008 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-94050.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-94050.htm These two Irish traditional musicians from the area of North Leitrim have been performing together since the age of 12. Damian on fiddle, Oliver on piano accordion, along with guests Arty McGlynn on guitar, Kevin Brehony on piano, and James Blennerhassett on double bass. Featuring 13 tracks of reels, jigs, hornpipes, and more. UK import. ($19.95) ]]> Fri, 27 Jun 2008 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/recordings/items/COPP-CD008.htm http://elderly.com/recordings/items/COPP-CD008.htm 1974 -- Classic Topic LP reissued! English-system concertina master and former High Level Ranter Anderson with guests Dave and Tich Richardson, Graham Pirt and Geoff Harris. ($13.95) ]]> Tue, 24 Jun 2008 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/recordings/items/FREE-CD15.htm http://elderly.com/recordings/items/FREE-CD15.htm EC-, key of G, single row diatonic model, 10 treble buttons, 4 bass buttons, with two reeds per note (Anglo), metal grill, 12 fold bellows, black wooden box with elaborate gold leaf painted design and metal corner plates, with installed D-rings, made in Germany, with plastic HSC, on consignment ($425.00) ]]> Sun, 08 Jun 2008 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/vintage/items/160U-398.htm http://elderly.com/vintage/items/160U-398.htm Book/CD set. Includes reels, jigs, hornpipes, polkas and slides. Make the music come alive with the superb CD learning tool! The tunes are individually tracked for instant access. Advanced. 72 pp. ($36.95) ]]> Wed, 14 May 2008 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/books/items/224-1381CD.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/224-1381CD.htm This is the book for anyone who wants to play classic ragtime, marches, and popular themes, arranged for the 30-button Anglo Concertina. "The Maple Leaf Rag", "The Liberty Bell March", more. Each piece was chosen for its playability on the Anglo-Chromatic concertina. Players with a "duet system" may also want this music for their repertoire. The arrangements are fully voiced, between the right and left hands to create a piano-style approach to concertina playing. 40 pp. ($9.95) ]]> Wed, 23 Apr 2008 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-21101.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-21101.htm Count Guido Deiro (1886-1950), Italian-born composer and accordion virtuoso. Deiro was a major force in the popularization of the accordion in the early 20th century. Concert accordionist and scholar Henry Doktorski has transcribed and edited all of Deiro's original music for accordion - 45 pieces, including waltzes, rags, marches, polkas, fox trots, tangos, and popular Deiro favorites: "My Florence Waltz," "Egypto Fantasia", "Sharpshooter's March," and the Broadway hit, "Kismet." A lengthy essay and rare photos from the Deiro family archive complete the 192-page book. Intermediate. ($25.00) ]]> Wed, 23 Apr 2008 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-21651.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-21651.htm EC- except needs some work (slight air leak, straighten and remount fingerrests, reseat loose reed block, regulate one stuffy reed, etc. - sold AS-IS), 30 buttons, 6-fold leather bellows, mahogany box with nice marquetry around side edges, with treble voicing (lowest note is G below middle C), made in Italy, with thin drawstring bag ($300.00) ]]> Thu, 17 Apr 2008 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/vintage/items/160U-369.htm http://elderly.com/vintage/items/160U-369.htm 2007 - Memorial release features 28 tracks of tunes and field interviews with the Irish concertina master. These recordings are from various settings and sessions from 1958-86. Includes a 28 page book of rare photos, a biography, and historical anecdotes. Featuring solo work as well as duets with Jimmy Kennedy, Peadar O'Louglin, and Joe Ryan. ($15.95) ]]> Wed, 02 Apr 2008 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/recordings/items/CC-CD2007.htm http://elderly.com/recordings/items/CC-CD2007.htm EC-, but needs a little work (a couple notes are a little wheezy, plus replace torn cloth soundhole screens, etc. sold AS-IS), red pearloid ends, red and white bellows, Anglo (German) system with 24 buttons in two rows, keys of C/G, ~7-1/2" wide body, made in Italy, with homemade cloth carrying pouch ($125.00) ]]> Sun, 09 Mar 2008 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/vintage/items/160U-337.htm http://elderly.com/vintage/items/160U-337.htm Includes reels, jigs and a selection of lively barn dances. Make the music come alive with the CD learning tool. The tunes are individually tracked for instant access. Beginning/intermediate. 48 pp. ($36.95) ]]> Thu, 06 Mar 2008 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/224-1380CD.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/224-1380CD.htm VGC+ but needs some work (needs reed and register maintenance, some weezy keys, etc. - sold AS-IS), 41 keys, 120 bass, (yellowed) white pearloid covering with silver and baby blue bellows, with straps and OHSC (SN:C16226) ($125.00) ]]> Wed, 27 Feb 2008 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/vintage/items/160U-388.htm http://elderly.com/vintage/items/160U-388.htm Mick has taught Anglo concertina method for many years, from beginners to players who wish to stretch their skills by trying their hand at the Irish style. His third tutor book is for those who are no longer struggling with the basics but want some helpful tips on improving their technique. Takes you into playing across the rows to improve the flow of your music and a range of scales and time signatures which are demanding yet rewarding. Every tune is accompanied by his proven tablature to help those who don't read music. Beginning/Intermediate. 40 pp. ($19.00) ]]> Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-104.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-104.htm The Gordon Cutty Band's "A Grand Old Fashioned Dance" and Tommy Williams' "Springtime in Battersea" reissued together on one CD. ($12.95) ]]> Wed, 12 Dec 2007 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/recordings/items/FREE-CD12.htm http://elderly.com/recordings/items/FREE-CD12.htm 2008 - 11 original cuts of twin duelling accordions, piano, and bodhran. Including "Prelude Polkas," "Hello Again," "Amsterdam Blues," more. ($14.95) ]]> Sat, 01 Dec 2007 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/recordings/items/COMPASS-CD4465.htm http://elderly.com/recordings/items/COMPASS-CD4465.htm Longtime teacher, performer and maker of concertinas, Edgley teaches the instrument from the basics to playing with chords and embellishments. Each of the 18 chapters is easily accessible from the main menu. Includes a booklet with charts, diagrams, and music to make learning the anglo concertina even more simple. 61 min. ($40.00) ]]> Thu, 29 Nov 2007 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/videos/items/563-DVD1.htm http://elderly.com/videos/items/563-DVD1.htm Book/CD set. Contains a sampling of ethnic folk music from Europe and the Americas and forms the foundation of a basic folk accordion repertoire. These songs have stood the test of time. On most of the performances on the CD repeats aren't played, to be able to include all of the tunes. Intermediate. 73 pp. ($19.95) ]]> Thu, 22 Nov 2007 19:00:00 -0500 http://elderly.com/books/items/02-99597BCD.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/02-99597BCD.htm Book/CD set. Bilingual book (Spanish and English) teaching the diatonic button accordion. For the standard 3-row, 12-bass diatonic accordion regardless of tuning. Easy to understand language and a tablature notation system created for the push/pull nature of the instrument. Well-known pieces are arranged in order of difficulty. Also includes standard notation for each piece. 55 pp. ($21.95) ]]> Fri, 26 Oct 2007 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/books/items/569-5.htm http://elderly.com/books/items/569-5.htm The definitive 6-CD archive of the concertina traditions of County Clare! Remastered recordings of the classic series of 1970s LPs. The boxed set covers the Russell Family, Bernard O'Sullivan and Tommy McMahon, Chris Droney, John Kelly, as well as a grouping of then-current players. ($49.95) ]]> Tue, 02 Oct 2007 20:00:00 -0400 http://elderly.com/recordings/items/FREEQ-CD59.htm http://elderly.com/recordings/items/FREEQ-CD59.htm