is there ne1 here that plays the melodeon (single row box i mean) that can tell me what key to buy one in or what is the most popular any way cause im not too sure. Thanks very much,
For Irish traditional music you definitely would want the D melodeon. This one will enable you to play comfortably in keys of D, Em, A, and Bm (also G with limitations). The C box is compatible for keys of C, Dm, G, and Am. So if you have both boxes on hand you've got most of the bases covered. As for boxes I would highly recommend those made by the Louisiana Cajuns (e.g. Jr. Martin, Mark Savoy, Larry Miller, and many others). They are higher end expense-wise but they last and last, and have a great sound.
If you're thinking of buying a D melodeon, why not just get a C# / D box? You could play it as a D melodeon, and if you chose to later, you could learn to play in any key you wanted.
Why do so many emailers wish to remain so D... anonymous that they cannot even say what continent they are on.
Why do the think a S.African ( FOR EXAMPLE) might want to try to enlighten a N. W. American that might know much more than him.
The same applies to a suggestion of where you might get one nearby
They behave the same when wanting to buy an item, " How much would it cost incl posted "
TO MARS or WHERE?
S.B.
Well I can say this I know "Conanicus" pretty well & he knows what he's talking about when it comes to melodians. As far as Boorinwoods comment - I'm not sure where he's coming from. Maybe he's on Mars
Ok...I'm a Louisiana cajun, jg, and I can tell you this...shopping for a melodian is a lot like shopping for a wooden flute. You get what you pay for, and there are ppl down here who are known for making quality instruments. Do your homework, and you'll find a lovely one, but always go with the most you can spend instead of cutting corners...you won't regret it. You didn't say where you are located.
Does anyone know Irish musicians who play either a Martin (Junior Martin) melodion or a Marc Savoy Acadian? I am interested in trying one. I'm trying to decide between one of these cajuns and the castagnari max.
Melodeon players
Melodeon players
is there ne1 here that plays the melodeon (single row box i mean) that can tell me what key to buy one in or what is the most popular any way cause im not too sure. Thanks very much,
# Posted on January 3rd 2003 by Hook
Re: Melodeon players
For Irish traditional music you definitely would want the D melodeon. This one will enable you to play comfortably in keys of D, Em, A, and Bm (also G with limitations). The C box is compatible for keys of C, Dm, G, and Am. So if you have both boxes on hand you've got most of the bases covered. As for boxes I would highly recommend those made by the Louisiana Cajuns (e.g. Jr. Martin, Mark Savoy, Larry Miller, and many others). They are higher end expense-wise but they last and last, and have a great sound.
# Posted on January 4th 2003 by Conanicus
Re: Melodeon players
If you're thinking of buying a D melodeon, why not just get a C# / D box? You could play it as a D melodeon, and if you chose to later, you could learn to play in any key you wanted.
# Posted on January 4th 2003 by willy
Re: Melodeon players
Why do so many emailers wish to remain so D... anonymous that they cannot even say what continent they are on.
Why do the think a S.African ( FOR EXAMPLE) might want to try to enlighten a N. W. American that might know much more than him.
The same applies to a suggestion of where you might get one nearby
They behave the same when wanting to buy an item, " How much would it cost incl posted "
TO MARS or WHERE?
S.B.
# Posted on January 4th 2003 by boorinwood
Re: Melodeon players
boorinwood: I fail to make sense of your reply/question or what bearing it has on the original query on melodeons.
# Posted on January 4th 2003 by Conanicus
Re: Melodeon players
Well I can say this I know "Conanicus" pretty well & he knows what he's talking about when it comes to melodians. As far as Boorinwoods comment - I'm not sure where he's coming from. Maybe he's on Mars
# Posted on January 13th 2003 by Mad Baloney
Re: Melodeon players
Ok...I'm a Louisiana cajun, jg, and I can tell you this...shopping for a melodian is a lot like shopping for a wooden flute. You get what you pay for, and there are ppl down here who are known for making quality instruments. Do your homework, and you'll find a lovely one, but always go with the most you can spend instead of cutting corners...you won't regret it. You didn't say where you are located.
KatieGatie
# Posted on January 13th 2003 by katiebythegate
Re: Melodeon players
Sorry for the spelling...I grew up calling them squeezeboxes, and I don't play one.
# Posted on January 13th 2003 by katiebythegate
Re: Melodeon players
Here're a few versions of the history of the Cajun Accordian, which was specifically designed to accompany fiddlers:
http://accordions.com/bonteecajun/#cajun
http://www.mulates.com/artbhmusic.htm
http://www.btinternet.com/~john.tomo/GrandMamou/bontemps.htm
Want to cheat and get a knock-off? Get a Hohner Cajun. (I'll grind my teeth if you do it, though) http://www.cajunlifeandtimes.com/getting_to_grips_with_the_cajunaccordion_issue29_Cajunlifeandtimes.com.htm
# Posted on January 17th 2003 by katiebythegate
Re: Melodeon players
Does anyone know Irish musicians who play either a Martin (Junior Martin) melodion or a Marc Savoy Acadian? I am interested in trying one. I'm trying to decide between one of these cajuns and the castagnari max.
Tom.
# Posted on March 11th 2006 by tombcc
Re: Melodeon players
Tombcc,
You could ask here as well:
http://www.melodeon.net/index.html
Go to their forums and ask. I'm sure there'll be people with knowledge to answer this question.
# Posted on November 9th 2006 by Compo