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Ghenadie Rotari answers common questions about learning and playing the accordion, offering practical insights and guidance for musicians.

In this solo episode of Everything Accordion , Ghenadie Rotari answers some of the most common and important questions about learning and playing the accordion. Drawing from his experience as a performer and educator, he shares practical insights into how to practice effectively, how to measure real progress, and what musicians should focus on to improve consistently. The episode explores the importance of practicing with clear goals, the role of performance under pressure as an indicator of progress, and how to structure your time to get the most out of each session. Ghenadie also reflects on the current visibility and popularity of the accordion, discussing whether the instrument is experiencing a resurgence and what influences its perception in today’s musical landscape. Finally, he tackles one of the most common beginner questions: piano accordion or button accordion? With a balanced and experience-based perspective, this episode provides valuable guidance for anyone starting their journey with the instrument. Whether you’re a beginner, a student, or an experienced accordionist looking to refine your approach, this episode offers clear, practical advice to help you move…

People in this episode

Host: Ghenadie Rotari

Topics covered

• accordion practice
• musical progress
• performance pressure
• accordion popularity
• piano accordion
• button accordion

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