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Been playing for about 3 weeks nearly a month now, Last night I played my first ever public “performance” at a local talent show with me and a bunch of other teens and kids, I played a medley of all the short little songs(on average about 15 to 30 seconds each) I had learnt so far, looking back I was very frightened at what I had done, for context I got stage fright and I played through my songs a lot faster than intended, at the time I was super worried but thinking back on it, despite my beginner mistakes, my friends and buddy’s could see the love and the heart I put into my music and they were still proud of me despite my mistakes
Super!!! Congrats 🎉 that nervousness is always there leading up to playing... And the more you do it, the more present you'll be able to be in those performances... and it's magical. Sound like you had a great time! Well done!
I agree with you 100%, People are all about the vibes and they don't care if you make a mistake or play sloppy, because if the song has the right energy, then they will not notice. I once made a lot of mistakes in a song (there were more mistakes than right notes) and after I finished, the audience asked me to play it again because they were really feeling it :D
Thank you so much for this video...about one year ago I decided to buy my small accordion...my Mom is in a retirement home...and on Sundays I'm playing songs for my Mom and the other residents...and often I play wrong notes...but its so much fun to play...🪗 your video is such a great motivation...🌹
The difference of playing like a hermit in your basement vs playing for actual people Also I love that “homely” - the accordion is a folk instrument - sloppy is OKAY.
100% true. Nothing wrong with throwing some jazz notes in there. Most the time people don't even notice as long as they're digging it. The only people that care are usually musicians that wish they were playing and jealous they're not. I know because I've been that person before. 🤣
You posted yesterday and already have 700 views! Says all it needs to say really. I can hear in your voice you were hurt by the comments regardless of your bravado, and in the way that you felt the need to defend yourself. You are an inspiration to so many people, although I'm still to play a working accordion (resurrection of my three broken antique instruments continues) I know that I would not be doing this if I hadn't found you and the energy and inspiration you exude in all that you do. You amaze me how you can seemingly pick up any instrument and make a tune out of it and that is what real musicianship is all about isn't it? By its very nature, music is for others to enjoy and to entertain the player and/or the listener. Isn't that the point? Is it entertaining for you and those in earshot not was that bass held too long is that really a polka rhythm.
Thank you Ronnen, great advice! When I'm recording my practice to know how I'm improving, I really get nervous (and if there're people around I get even more nervous), and my fingers play the wrong note sometimes. I'm trying to overcome feeling that way when I'm practicing because I love the accordion, it's not easy though.
I have been playing the accordion solo and in bands for 8 years, but I don't understand how to play for dancing events. It seems like it would take too much time to learn such a wide variety of songs, especially since one song can take me months to master..
Great question! I answered it on last Sunday's livestream. You can watch it here (timestamp is at 21:19) ruclips.net/user/livexOO3veRCAz4?si=UaZHEs5WP_bxPeae&t=1279
i am wanting to buy an accordion to play fun legend of zelda and other songs on while walking around festivals. i am unsure on where to buy one from online help please?
"A bad comment once every 3-6 months" .. Bragging a bit there? 🤣Just kidding. I think it's a good sign to how popular you're getting. I think you're extremely good and have a very good ear when it comes to music. The only time I've ever got constructive criticism is when someone in the audience plays polka or has expectations that you're suppose to perform a certain way. Also I find it hard for piano players to give accordion players compliments. haha
It's funny, I rarely notice when folks hold the bass notes too long. It always jumps out at me more when people play the bass notes as if they are afraid to touch them. I guess folks are afraid the bass side will drown out the melody. However, you can mitigate that a little by choice of treble registers, and by which side of the accordion is closer to your audience. Accordionists should be able to approach articulation the same way a pianist or organist would. I think it is a misguided school of thought to say the bass notes should always be some level of staccato...and yet, that school of thought does seem to prevail in certain circles. I always thought that was odd.
Agree with you :) I think beginner players especially tend to make the bass drag, keeping the emphasis the same on all the notes, all long, hence the idea of teaching the emphasis on the "oom" and a lighter touch on the "pa"... and I get that... it lets the melody come through easier, and makes the song "lighter". But agree with all your points. Once you learn that, it's important to start exploring the rest of the bass side :)
Love the scenes on the street and in the subway, Ronen. How cool to try out new instruments. I love your sense of fun!! Thanks for this.
Been playing for about 3 weeks nearly a month now, Last night I played my first ever public “performance” at a local talent show with me and a bunch of other teens and kids, I played a medley of all the short little songs(on average about 15 to 30 seconds each) I had learnt so far, looking back I was very frightened at what I had done, for context I got stage fright and I played through my songs a lot faster than intended, at the time I was super worried but thinking back on it, despite my beginner mistakes, my friends and buddy’s could see the love and the heart I put into my music and they were still proud of me despite my mistakes
Super!!! Congrats 🎉 that nervousness is always there leading up to playing... And the more you do it, the more present you'll be able to be in those performances... and it's magical. Sound like you had a great time! Well done!
Thank you for all of your great motivation, inspiration, and education.
I agree with you 100%, People are all about the vibes and they don't care if you make a mistake or play sloppy, because if the song has the right energy, then they will not notice. I once made a lot of mistakes in a song (there were more mistakes than right notes) and after I finished, the audience asked me to play it again because they were really feeling it :D
Ha! That's awesome!! 👍😎
Thank you so much for this video...about one year ago I decided to buy my small accordion...my Mom is in a retirement home...and on Sundays I'm playing songs for my Mom and the other residents...and often I play wrong notes...but its so much fun to play...🪗 your video is such a great motivation...🌹
That's so good of you, Bettina. I'm sure it brings your mom and the other residents so much joy. Thanks for spreading your music 🎶
Thank you for this, you have so much heart and I agree with you wholeheartedly 🙏
I had SUCH a great time playing music, regardless of technique (I even played the clarinet after a brief demonstration!)
The difference of playing like a hermit in your basement vs playing for actual people
Also I love that “homely” - the accordion is a folk instrument - sloppy is OKAY.
100% true. Nothing wrong with throwing some jazz notes in there. Most the time people don't even notice as long as they're digging it. The only people that care are usually musicians that wish they were playing and jealous they're not. I know because I've been that person before. 🤣
You posted yesterday and already have 700 views! Says all it needs to say really. I can hear in your voice you were hurt by the comments regardless of your bravado, and in the way that you felt the need to defend yourself. You are an inspiration to so many people, although I'm still to play a working accordion (resurrection of my three broken antique instruments continues) I know that I would not be doing this if I hadn't found you and the energy and inspiration you exude in all that you do. You amaze me how you can seemingly pick up any instrument and make a tune out of it and that is what real musicianship is all about isn't it? By its very nature, music is for others to enjoy and to entertain the player and/or the listener. Isn't that the point? Is it entertaining for you and those in earshot not was that bass held too long is that really a polka rhythm.
So well said Martin. Thank you! 🙏
Well said, Martin. Thank you 🙏
Thank you Ronnen, great advice! When I'm recording my practice to know how I'm improving, I really get nervous (and if there're people around I get even more nervous), and my fingers play the wrong note sometimes. I'm trying to overcome feeling that way when I'm practicing because I love the accordion, it's not easy though.
Great point about live music! I'm still learning about how that works, but it's my favourite type of music right now😊
Keep doing what your doing! I enjoy your video’s very much & having fun with music lessons. 👍
This is so joyful!! Great, helpful advice.
Just because someone thinks he knows more than you, doesn't mean he's always right.
100% (myself included) 😊
@@moshezuchter Ronen, as far as I'm concerned, you're always right!😁
I would love to see your approach to a diatonic accordion/melodeon!
I have been playing the accordion solo and in bands for 8 years, but I don't understand how to play for dancing events. It seems like it would take too much time to learn such a wide variety of songs, especially since one song can take me months to master..
Great question! I answered it on last Sunday's livestream. You can watch it here (timestamp is at 21:19)
ruclips.net/user/livexOO3veRCAz4?si=UaZHEs5WP_bxPeae&t=1279
@@moshezuchter Ok, thank you a lot!
i am wanting to buy an accordion to play fun legend of zelda and other songs on while walking around festivals. i am unsure on where to buy one from online help please?
My guide to buying an accordion, in person or online:
accordionlove.com/how-to-buy-an-accordion/
"A bad comment once every 3-6 months" .. Bragging a bit there? 🤣Just kidding. I think it's a good sign to how popular you're getting. I think you're extremely good and have a very good ear when it comes to music. The only time I've ever got constructive criticism is when someone in the audience plays polka or has expectations that you're suppose to perform a certain way. Also I find it hard for piano players to give accordion players compliments. haha
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I would love to hear that music at 7:59!....Ah, at 12:30.
🤣 I don't play clarinet, but that was "In the jungle the mighty jungle" and my friend playing clarinet on the intro to "Take On Me" 🤣
It's funny, I rarely notice when folks hold the bass notes too long. It always jumps out at me more when people play the bass notes as if they are afraid to touch them. I guess folks are afraid the bass side will drown out the melody. However, you can mitigate that a little by choice of treble registers, and by which side of the accordion is closer to your audience. Accordionists should be able to approach articulation the same way a pianist or organist would. I think it is a misguided school of thought to say the bass notes should always be some level of staccato...and yet, that school of thought does seem to prevail in certain circles. I always thought that was odd.
Agree with you :) I think beginner players especially tend to make the bass drag, keeping the emphasis the same on all the notes, all long, hence the idea of teaching the emphasis on the "oom" and a lighter touch on the "pa"... and I get that... it lets the melody come through easier, and makes the song "lighter". But agree with all your points. Once you learn that, it's important to start exploring the rest of the bass side :)