Palmer Hughes Accordion Instruction Series - Book 5

Contents: Forward - The Glow Worm - Speed Drill No 12. - Bass Exercise - Ragtime Cowboy Joe - The Major Scales in Unison - Higher Bass Notes - Blow the Man Down - Sharpshooters March - Speed Drill No 13. - Tempo Marks - Treasure Waltz - Two Octave major Scale in Unison - Clarinet Polka, Solo part - Clarinet, Second part - Two Part writing - Two Guitars - Speed Drill No 14. - The Key of A Major - Prelude in A Major - Mexican Polka - Two Octave Major Scale in Contrary Motion - La Spagnola - Speed Drill No 15. - More Scales in Contrary Motion - Nine Blind Mice - Bass Review - Roumanian Rhapsody No. 1 - Test.
$7.95 (instruction book only)

Palmer Hughes Accordion Instruction Series - Book 6
  Level: Intermediate

Contents: Foreward - "Repasz Band" - More Major Scales - New Counterbasses - Speed Drill # 16 - The Key of B Flat Major - Bass Exercises - "Dengoza" - Exercises for Wrist - Staccato - "Drink! Drink!" Polka - Speed Drill #17 - The Chromatic Scale - "Parade of the Tin Soldiers" - Counterbass Review - Bass Exercises - Repeated Note Exercise - "Silver Skates" - More Major Scales - A Guide to the Flat Key - Signatures - Introducing the Counterbass of a Flat - The Key of E Flat Major - "Our Director" - Speed Drill #18 - Chromatic Exercise - Study in E Flat - "Waltz Theme" - "Waltz Theme" Second Part - Bass Exercises - "Hungarian Dance" No.4 - Speed Drill #19 - Wrist Exercise - "El Relicario" - Test - Certificate of Progress.
$7.95 (instruction book only)

Palmer Hughes Accordion Instruction Series - Book 7

Contents: Semper Fidelis - Relative Samba - Charlie The Boxer - Come Back To Sorrento - La Cumparsita - Turkish Rondo - Mozart Hungarian Dance No.5 Entry Of The Gladiators - Roses From The South - Bass Review - Performance Test.
$7.95 (instruction book only)

Palmer Hughes Accordion Instruction Series - Book 8

Contents: "Espana" - Speed Drill #24 - Enharmonic Writing - Locating "Flat" Counterbasses - Locating "Sharp" Counterbasses - "Funiculi Funicula" - Harmonic Minor Scales in Unison - Preparation for Left Hand Chromatic - "Toccata in D Minor - Speed Drill #25 - Preparation for Scales in Octaves - Major Scales in Octaves - Chromatic Scales in Octaves - "Washington Post March" - An Important Daily Exercise - Chromatic Scale for Left Hand - Chromatic Scale in Parallel Motion - "Laughing Polka" - "Laughing Polka" (2nd part) - Speed Drill #26 - "Medley of Strauss Waltzes" - Wrist Exercises - Chromatic Exercises - "Saber Dance" - Speed Drill #27 - "Dark Eyes".
$7.95 (instruction book only)

Palmer Hughes Accordion Instruction Series - Book 9

Contents: Forward - "Russian Sailors' Dance" - Speed Drill #28 - The Key of E Major - Introducing the Rumba - "P.H. Rumba" - The Chromatic Scale in Contrary Motion - The E Harmonic Minor Scale - "Juarez" - Review of the Key of E flat Major - Preparation for "Neapolitan Song" - "Neapolitan Song" - The Key of A flat Major - "Canzone Amorosa" - Speed Drill #29 - Introducing a New Diminished Stretch - Preparation for "The Stars and Stripes Forever" - "The Stars and Stripes Forever" Solo part - "The Stars and Stripes Forever" 2nd part - Speed Drill #30 - Introducing Double dotted Notes - Playing Two Chord Buttons Together - "La Cinquantaine" - Review of the Key of A flat Major - The F Harmonic Minor Scale - Introducing a New Tango Rhythm - "El Choclo" - Speed Drill #31 - Preparation for "Czardas" - "Czardas" - Review Test - Certificate of Promotion
$7.95 (instruction book only)

Santorella’s Accordion Method Book 1A
  Author: J. Latulippe
  Publisher: Santorella Publications
  Level: Beginner

A fun beginning for all ages. Includes CD for easy learning.  Explains parts, how to hold, finger and play the accordion and much more.  Includes 18 songs.
$12.95 (instruction book only w/CD)

Santorella's Accordion Method Book 1B
  Author: J. Latulippe
  Publisher: Santorella Publications
  Level: Beginner

This course is designed to make learning fun and to encourage continued success by including many popular favorites.  Enjoy learning a variety of styles popular among accordionist including: Rock, Blues, Reggae, Cajun, Classical, Polka, and more!  Have fun with this book and enjoy your new skills!
$12.95 (instruction book w/CD)

Accordion Method Book 2 with CD
  Author: J. Latulippe and Sonny Doss
  Publisher: Santorella Publications
  Level: Beginner

Welcome to the new realm of accordion method books.  Following Book 1B, this exciting tutorial provides an upbeat, contemporary, and most of all, practical approach to learning the accordion in the new Millennium.  In addition to advancing such fundamentals as bellows control, bass techniques, key signatures, and other skills traditionally associated with classical music, this method also offers an into to improvisation and transposition which can be used when performing more contemporary styles such as folk, blues, and jazz.
$14.95 (instruction book w/CD)

Accordion Method Book 3 with CD
  Author: J. Latulippe and Sonny Doss
  Publisher: Santorella Publications
  Level: Beginner

This book has adopted a proven method of learning for all ages...children and adults...in both content and presentation.  The musical examples and pieces have been selected carefully and with an authority based upon their own experiences as students, professional performers, and teachers. This background of personal success results in an interesting, challenging, and fulfilling book for accordionists of all ages.
$14.95 (instruction book w/CD)

How to Play Accordion Method and Songbook Includes CD
  Author: Henry Doktorski
  Publisher: Santorella Publications
  Level: Beginner

Book/CD set.  Instruction for keyboard style accordions.  A few pages of music theory and instruction, followed by 20+ simple practice songs. 31 pp.
$14.95 (instruction book w/CD)

You Can Teach Yourself Accordion
  Author: Neil Griffin
  Publisher: Mel Bay
  Level: Beginner - Intermediate - Advanced

Everything you wanted to know about the accordion.  Total variety of music.  All the learning tools are included.  Learning eighth notes, alternative the bass notes, introduction to the 7th chords, sixteenth notes, eighth rest, 6/8 time, dotted eighths and sixteenths, counter-bass notes and much more!  Many tunes to build a versatile repertoire. Songs include: The Bells of St. Marys, Children’s Song, Govotte, Amazing Grace, Lullaby, The God of Abraham Praise, Andante, Jambalaya, Ja-da, Chinatown, Fascination, Sweetheart of Sigma Chi, El Caballo Bayo.  Includes over 40 songs.
$10.95 (instruction book only)
$19.95 (Instruction book w/CD)

Mel Bay's First Lessons
  Author: Gary Dahl
  Level: Beginner

This book is designed for the person who may know nothing about music and has had no previous accordion training.  Included with the book to facilitate the learning process is an instructional recording by the author!  This effective exceptional teaching tool will motivate and guide the beginner student from basic accordion familiarization and music theory to quickly achieving results by playing songs such as Scarborough Fair and Ode to Joy!  The minimum size instrument for this breakthrough teaching book is an 80 bass piano accordion. • Designed for the most inexperienced beginner.  Includes an instructional recording by the author. • Guides the student from basic familiarization and music theory, to learning tunes.  Includes Scarborough Fair and Ode to Joy • Minimum size accordion: 80 bass piano
$7.95 (instruction book only)

Mel Bay’s Accordion Method
  Author: Frank Zucco
  Publisher: Mel Bay
  Level: Beginner - Intermediate - Advanced

The perfect starter book for handling, playing and controlling the accordion components plus helpful hints on finger positions and types of notes, rests, rudiments of music and much much more! A must learning tool for any beginner. In this publication, you’ll learn to play easy songs such as Happy Moments, Blow The Man Down, Silver Skates, This Old Man, My Darling Clementine, The-Shepherd, Good Night Ladies, The Marines Hymn and many others. Includes over 20 songs.
$12.95 (instruction book only)
$21.99 (instruction book w/DVD)

Getting Into Accordion
  Author: Gary Dahl
  Publisher: Mel Bay
  Level: Beginner - Intermediate

This book is designed for the person who is returning to the accordion after a few idle years and needs a "crash" review. Included with the book to facilitate the review process is an instructional recording by the author! This effective, exceptional teaching aid will motivate and guide the review process very quickly. The minimum size instrument for this breakthrough teaching book is an 80 bass piano accordion. No lyrics included.
$19.95 (instruction book w/CD)

Chord Melody Method for Accordion
  Author: Gary Dahl
  Publisher: Mel Bay
  Level: Intermediate

The Chord Melody Method for Accordion is a breakthrough course that will teach you to quickly learn all of the chords used in today's music and to apply their harmonic applications professionally to any lead sheet. Imagine possessing the ability to develop and compose a professional-sounding arrangement on the spot while improvising confidently as needed! The average dedicated student will become proficient in 6 to 12 months and will experience a dramatic improvement in all areas of musicianship
$19.95 (songbook only)

Master Accordion Scale Book with Jazz Scale Studies
  Author: Gary Dahl
  Publisher: Mel Bay
  Level: Beginning-Intermediate

This book has been designed to develop the professional or recreational accordionist further toward advanced musicianship. Why do we practice scales? The great jazz accordionist, Art Van Damme, when asked what he practiced, replied, "Only the fundamentals!" The fundamental classical and jazz scales with explanations are presented here in a clear, concise format. For best results use this book with or after the Chord Melody Method for Accordion.
$14.95 (songbook only)

Jazz Chord Voicings for Right Hand
   Author: Jim Progris 
   Publisher: Santorella Publications

A brilliant jazz pianist of his own right, Mr. Progris outlines hundreds of right hand jazz chord voicings and numerous explanations on their construction.  This book was written to help you develop a jazz vocabulary as it relates to basic chord and tension notes and to provide you with considerable keyboard experience using chordal structures constructed from these same basic chord types and tension notes.  You will also gain much experience playing four note chords in the right hand only, a skill which is often employed in advanced jazz keyboard styles while improvising using block chords.  It is highly recommended to master certain basics presented in this book before attempting to study Jazz Chord Voicings for Two Hands 
$8.95 (instruction book only)

Jazz Chord Voicings For Two Hands
   Author: Jim Progris 
   Publisher: Santorella Publications

 Mr. Progris outlines hundreds of two-hand jazz chord voicings and numerous explanations on their construction.  Excerpts from typical jazz piano arrangements have been included to show how they are used in practical application.  Referencing the styles of Oscar Peterson, Horace Silver, Dave Brubeck, Bill Evans, Art Tatum, Bud Powelll, Billy Taylor, Fats Waller, not to mention the style of his own.  It is highly recommended to master certain basics in Jazz Chord Voicings for The Right Hand, before attempting to study this book for two hands.
$9.95 (instruction book only)

Melodic Adventures in Bass-Land
  Author: John Caruso
  Level: Beginner - Intermediate

A fine collection of popular melodies designed to guide you, the accordion student, in the study of the bass clef.  Lots of great songs to learn: Home Sweet Home, Little Brown Jug, Merry Widow Waltz, Blue Bells of Scotland, America,  Danube Waves, Minka and many many more!
$6.95 (instruction book only)

How To Play Button Accordion
  Author: Henry Doktorski
  Publisher: Santorella
  Level: Beginner

Easy to follow guide for beginners with clear, logical lessons, plus helpful diagrams and photos. Includes arrangements of over 40 great tunes.
$14.95 (songbook w/CD)

The Art of Playing Hohner Diatonic Accordions
  Author: C. Irving Valentine
  Level: Beginner

Instruction for most diatonic button accordions including both German and Vienna models. Covers the basics from holding the instrument through reading music, transposing melodies, four note chords, more, with a selection of well-known tunes arranged for accordion. Includes fingering charts for: single row German model in key of C, single row Vienna in key of C, single row Vienna in key of G, double row Vienna in keys of G and C, double row Vienna in keys of C and F, double row Vienna in keys of A and D, and triple row Vienna in keys of G, C, and F.
$6.50 (songbook only)

D/G Melodeon Absolute Beginners
  Author: Dave Mallinson
  Publisher: Mel Bay
  Level: Beginner

Melodeon techniques for all. Although sub-titled Absolute Beginners this book, by Dave Mallinson, will take students to a very high standard. Beginning at absolute rock-bottom with how to play scales, it quickly moves on to basic fingering techniques. The student then learns how to play the bass in time, with in depth analysis of how the treble and bass interact. Next comes row crossing techniques to smooth the bellows and to create better harmonies, followed by a more tasteful approach to the bass. The book finishes with accidentals, minor keys, slides, slip jigs and the key of A. Contains 30 topics, 48 tunes, introduction and a foreword by Andy Cutting.
$14.45 (songbook only)
$16.45 (DVD)

Peter Browne's Irish Button Accordion Techniques
  Arranger: Peter Browne
  Publisher: Mel Bay Publications

Peter Browne now shares his amazing right hand techniques with you, demonstrating each one in jigs, reels, and hornpipes which he plays throughout this great video.  Featuring: one and two button triplets, two and three finger triplets, standard cuts, roll and triplet cuts, five note rolls, two button rolls, rhythms, off beats, syncopation, vibrato, scales and exercises, and much more.
$32.95 (DVD)

El Acordeon Completo
  Author: Rogelio Maya
  Publisher: Mayas Music Publishing
  Level: Beginner - Intermediate

Learn songs for both the piano and accordion. Very easy lessons. Written in Spanish.
$21.95 (songbook only)

Primer Nivel: Aprende Acordeon Facilmente
  Author: Victor Barra
  Publisher: Music Sales
  Level: Beginning

Learn to play the accordion with this great book and CD package, written entirely in Spanish. This all-in-one instruction method gets you playing right away. Packed full of exercises, diagrams, and helpful tips. 

Aprenda a tocar el acordeón con este gran paquete que contiene un libro y un CD. Escrito completamente en español, este método le ayudará a tocar inmediatamente. Este método está lleno de ejercicios, diagramas y consejos.

$15.95 (songbook w/CD)

¡Aprende Ya! A Tocar El Acordeon de Botones
  Author: Foncho Castellar
  Publisher: Music Sales
  Level: Beginning

This comprehensive guide makes learning how to play the button accordion easy and fun. Topics include: diatonic scales, jaleos (ornamental patterns), bass patterns, and much more. The accompanying CD contains demonstrations of music examples.

Esta guía completa le enseñará a tocar el acordeón de botones de una manera fácil y divertida. Algunos de los temas que se incluyen son: escalas, jaleos (patrones ornamentales), patrones de contrabajo, y mucho más. El CD de acompañamiento contiene todos.

$9.95 (songbook w/CD)

¡Aprende Ya! Escalas Para El Acordeon de Botones
  Author: Foncho Castellar
  Publisher: Music Sales
  Level: Beginning-Intermediate

This comprehensive guide makes learning how to play the button accordion easy and fun. The book/CD program contains several examples that lead the student from how to hold the instrument, to reading music, to playing scales and scale patterns. Each of the music examples is illustrated in a specially-designed tablature system, so no music reading is necessary. The accompanying CD contains demonstrations of music examples.

Este curso le ayudará a aprender el acordeón de botones de una manera fácil y divertida. El libro y el CD de este método contienen ejemplos que enseñaran al estudiante cómo colocar el instrumento en las manos, como leer música, a tocar escalas y patrones.

$8.95 (songbook w/CD)

¡Aprende Ya! Acordes Para El Acordeon de Botones
  Author: Foncho Castellar
  Publisher: Music Sales
  Level: Beginning-Intermediate

This comprehensive guide makes learning how to play the button accordion easy and fun. The book/CD program contains several examples that lead the student from how to hold the instrument, to reading music, to playing chords, patterns and progressions. Each of the music examples is illustrated in a specially-designed tablature system, so no music reading is necessary. The accompanying CD contains demonstrations of music examples.

Aprenda acordes para el acordeón de botones de una manera fácil y divertida con esta guía completa. El libro y el CD de este curso contienen muchos ejemplos que muestran al estudiante cómo colocar el instrumento en las manos, como leer música, como tocar

$8.95 (songbook w/CD)

¡Aprende Ya! Cancionero Para El Acordeon de Botones
  Author: Foncho Castellar
  Publisher: Music Sales
  Level: Beginning-Intermediate

This book/CD program is a comprehensive song book that contains several of the most popular and folk Latin American tunes. The songs are transcribed specifically for the diatonic accordion, and have a tablature that makes the playing easier.

El libro y CD de este curso es el recurso más completo de las canciones más tradicionales y populares de Latinoamérica. Se puede tocar las canciones de una manera fácil ya que estas han sido transcritas específicamente para el acordeón diatónico.

$9.95 (songbook w/CD)  (not currently available)

Mel Bay's Deluxe Concertina Book
  Author: Frank Converse
  Publisher: Mel Bay
  Level: Beginner - Intermediate

This book was designed especially for you, the beginner, whether the newest novice or the advanced player. It will provide you will hours of pleasure, and at the same time, advancement to the classics!
$10.95 (songbook only)

Songs of Mexico for Accordion
  Arranger: Herman Troppe
  Publisher: Mel Bay
  Level: Intermediate - Advanced

Pull out all the stops with these traditional Mexican songs: There Are Some Eyes, La Malaguena, Beautiful Heaven, Chiapanecas, I Will Raffle My Future, La Zandunga, La Bamba and La Adelita. Transform a set of standards into an ethnic extravaganza. Total of 18 songs.
$9.95 (songbook only)

Tex-Mex Conjunto
  Arranger: Gary Dahl
  Publisher: Mel Bay
  Level: Beginner - Intermediate - Advanced

A fabulous and entertaining collection of Latin tunes to play for any occasion. Popular tunes include: Ay Te Dejo En San Antonio, Zulema, El Canoero, Pasos Cortos, Luzita, Negra Tracion and several others.
$12.95 (songbook only)

Clifton Chenier King of Zydeco
By Clifton Chenier transcribed by Gary Dahl
Publisher: Mel Bay
Arhoolie. Cajun-Zydeco.
Level: Intermediate

This collection of 15 accordion arrangements of tunes by Clifton Chenier (1925-1987) clearly demonstrates why he is known as the undisputed King of Zydeco music. Written for the piano accordion as opposed to the Cajun button accordion, all of the selections in this book are transcribed from Chenier's 1965-1987 recordings on Arhoolie Records. The featured tunes are: "Ain't No Need of Cryin'" "Tu le Ton Son Ton," "I'm Coming Home," "Jole Blonde," "Calinda," "Louisiana Two-Step," "Ay, Ai, Ai," "Louisiana Blues," "Black Gal," "Big Momou," "I'm on the Wonder," "Zydeco Cha Cha," "I'm a Hog for You," "Zydeco et Pas Sale," and "Black Snake Blues." Dix Bruce contributes a fine essay on the colorful life of Clifton Chenier. A delightful companion CD recording is available in the spirit of Chenier's signature cry- "Laissez les bon ton roulet!" (Let the good times role!)
$9.95 (songbook only)
$24.95 (songbook w/ CD)

Cajun Spice for Accordion
Arranged by Larry Hallar with Rounder Records.
Publisher: Mel Bay
Level: Intermediate

Cajun Spice is an exciting, lively, joyful recording of some of the finest Cajun music available featuring many of today's great Cajun artists. The Rounder Recording features many of today's Cajun artists. Included are renditions by Bruce Daigrepont, D.L. Menard, Jo-El Sonnier, Beusoleil, the Balfa Brothers, Octa Clark and the Dixie Ramblers, Eddie LeJeune, and Michael Doucet. In this special keyboard accordion edition, each song is transcribed into a rousing Cajun accordion solo.
$14.95 (songbook only)

15 Louisianna Cajun Classics for Piano Accordion
  Author: Gary Dahl
  Publisher: Mel Bay
  Level: Intermediate

This book represents breakthrough arranging for Cajun accordion styles and can be performed on both piano and diatonic button accordions. The grade level is intermediate and follows the original 15 Louisiana Cajun Classics recording from Arhoolie accurately with added variations and fiddle solos. If you want to learn Cajun stylings or start your own Cajun band, this is the book you need
$9.95 (songbook only)

European Flavor
  Author: James Fazi
  Publisher: Mel Bay
  Level: Intermediate

Each song has its own story to tell, but can best be appreciated by playing and enjoying the sounds of European Flavor. 14 Accordion solos on European melodies. Tango Del Vino, Bavarian March, Cittadella, Venezia, Tarantella Tuscano and other great classics.
$8.95 (songbook only)

Cafe Accordion Book with CD
  Arranger: Dan Newton
  Publisher: Mel Bay
  Level: Intermediate - Advanced

A local Minnesota performer and polished accordionist, Dan showcases some favorite old tunes in the continental style for accordion on CD. Fourteen songs including: Say I Do, Spanish Jenny, Election Rag, Cafe Accordion, Musette, and Halloween.
$19.95 (songbook w/CD)

French Tangos for Accordion with CD
  Arranger: Gary Dahl
  Publisher: Mel Bay
  Level: Intermediate - Advanced

This highly sought after collection is bursting with romantic songs including: El Chocho, La Paloma, Maia, Simple Tango, and La Madone D'Amour. Here's your chance to ignite the passion that dancers long for on the floor. 35 songs in all.
$24.95 (songbook w/CD)

French Music for Accordion
  Arranger: Larry Hallar
  Publisher: Mel Bay
  Level: Intermediate - Advanced

Surround the room with mood altering French music! Romantic waltzes, polkas, saubas, and many other music classifications are included in this book. Accordeon Samb, Adios Sevilla, Back To Bach, Fantaisie Polka, Radio Valse, and Accordion Polka are just a sampling of what's inside. 25 songs in all.
$16.99 (songbook only)

World Melodies for Accordion
  Author: Dr. Frances M. Irwin
  Publisher: Mel Bay
  Level: Intermediate - Advanced

"World Melodies for the Accordion is a collection of best-loved songs from around the world. Eighty musical gems from thirty-six countries are arranged here for the accordion, with chords also given so that other instrumentalists can join in. Accordionists at all levels of proficiency will be able to use this collection and enjoy the melodies that are familiar to so many diverse cultures. Songs such as the Mexican Hat Dance, African Ev'rybody Loves Saturday Night, Korean Ahrirang, Dalmatian Ciri Biri Bela and the Japanese Sakura are included with such familiar melodies as Comin' Through The Rye, Polly Wolly Doodle, and The Ash Grove.
$14.95 (songbook only)

International Accordion Favorites
  Author: Bruce Bollerud
  Arranger: Bruce Bollerud
  Publisher: Mel Bay
  Level: Intermediate

A book of 33 waltzes, polkas, tangos, and two-steps arranged by Bruce Bollerud. Such favorites as The Band Played On, Helena Polka, Life in the Finnish Woods, Under the Double Eagle, Turkey in the Straw, Saturday Night Waltz and the Clarinet Polka. Comes with CD.
$19.95 (songbook w/CD)

Balkan Melodies for Accordion
  Author: Dr. Frances M. Irwin
  Publisher: Mel Bay
  Level: Intermediate - Advanced

This publication presents a small sampling of the folk songs from the South Slavs. While Hungary is not at all Balkan, a czardas is included in this collection because the area of Vojvodina until recently had a large Hungarian population. The Balkan songs most appropriate for accordion are presented for your pleasure, and the enrichment of your music repertoire. Songs from Slovenia, Croatia, Dalmatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Macedonia, Serbia.
$10.95 (songbook only)

Italian Favorites for the Accordion
  Arranger: Helene Criscio and Gary Dahl
  Publisher: Santorella Publishing Company
  Level: Intermediate

All the standards in Italian tradition. Twenty-two songs include Funiculli-Funicula, Santa Lucia, Mio, Carnival of Venice, D'Sole and Serenade.
$12.95 (songbook only)

Italian Love Songs
  Author: Helene Criscio
  Arranger: J. Latulipe
  Publisher: Santorella Publishing Company
  Level: Beginner - Intermediate - Advanced

Enjoy a great compilation of Helene Criscio's life-long dedication to accordion with these endearing love songs. Includes: Waltz Amore, Here is My Heart, Ave Maria, Eternity, Memories, Santa Lucia, Voice in My Heart and many more.
$12.95 (songbook only)

The Irish Piano Accordion
  Arranger: Tommy Walsh
  Publisher: Mel Bay
  Level: Intermediate

Forty-four songs featuring Jigs, and Reels, including The Clare Jig, The Templehouse jig, The Cuckoo, The Glengeigh Hornpipe, The Wild Rover, The Donegal Reel and Lucky In Love.
$9.95 (songbook only)

German Favorites for Accordion
  Arranger: Gary Dahl
  Publisher: Santorella Publishing Company
  Level: Beginner - Intermediate

15 famous German songs including Die Lorelei, Heidenro Slein, In Munchen Steht Ein Hofbrauhaus, Lilli Marlene, Denke Dir Mein Liebchen, And-Ach, Weilst's Moglich Dann.
$12.95 (songbook only)

Mel Bay's Easiest Accordion Book
  Arranger: Neil Griffin
  Publisher: Mel Bay
  Level: Beginner

This highly valuable publication starts with tips on playing the left hand, then follows with an assortment of popular songs like: Barcarolle, Du Du Liegst Mir Im Herzen, Mary Ann, Alma Mater, Juanita, Vive La Compagnie, Moonlight Bay and many more. Total of 27 songs.
$4.95 (songbook only)

Easy Accordion Solos with CD
  Arranger: Michel Lorin
  Publisher: Mel Bay
  Level: Intermediate - Advanced

Includes 39 songs in book and 27 songs on CD. Includes songs like La bamba, When The Saints Go Marching In, Bille de billard, Le temps des cerises, Mirza, Greensleeves, The Entertainer, La Paloma, La Bamba, and Domino.
$19.95 (songbook w/CD)

Jazz Accordion Solos
  Author: Gary Dahl
  Publisher: Mel Bay

The goal of this book is to bridge the gap between classical/traditional accordion solos and professional jazz-styled solos.  The accompanying recording follows the music as written, but with added rhythm, rubato, and slight improvisation.  Contents: Poor Butterfly, After You've Gone, Peg O' My Heart, Avalon, A Good Man is Hard to Find, Swanee, Indiana, The Japanese Sandman, You Made Me Love You, and Alexander's Ragtime Band.
$17.95 (songbook w/CD)

Easy Peasy Tunes
  Arranger: Dave Mallinson
  Level: Beginner

Only 14 notes are required to play all 101 tunes, which are suitable for all melody instruments.  This book will help you quickly boost your repertoire and give you many hours of enjoyment in the process.
$13.45 (songbook only)

Ragtime Favorites for Accordion
  Arranger: Helene Criscio
  Publisher: Santorella Publishing Company
  Level: Beginner - Intermediate

Add a touch of excitement to your entertainment with these all time classics: The Entertainer, Maple Leaf Rag Accordion, and many more.
$12.95 (songbook only)

Happy Polkas & Waltzes
  Author: Frankie Yankovic & Joe Rodney
  Arranger: Joe Rodney
  Publisher: Sandscape Publications
  Level: Intermediate

Book 1 is a collection of polkas and waltzes by two great accordionists and recording artists--Frankie Yankovic,America's Polka King, and Joe Rodney. All time favorites included are: Polka Dancing, Swing and Sway Polka, Dance All Night Polka, Hello My Darling Polka, Be With You Waltz, Wedding Day Waltz and many others.
$18.95 (songbook w/CD)

Polka Favorites for Accordion
  Arranger: Gary Dahl
  Publisher: Santorella Publishing Company
  Level: Advanced

Polka lovers will be awestruck when they hear these classical favorites. Twelve songs including: Clarinet Polka, Beer Barrel Polka and Village Tavern Polka and more. A must collection for every accordion musician.
$12.95 (songbook only)

Accordion Waltz Favorites
  Author: Kenny Kotwitz
  Publisher: Hal Leonard
  Level: Intermediate – Advanced

Accordion arrangements of 17 classic waltzes, including: Alice Blue Gown • Beautiful Ohio • Come Back to Sorrento • Fascination (Valse Tzigane) • I Love You Truly • I Wonder Who's Kissing Her Now • I'll Be with You in Apple Blossom Time • In My Merry Oldsmobile • Let Me Call You Sweetheart • Let the Rest of the World Go By • Melody of Love • Memories • My Buddy • That Naughty Waltz • and more.
$9.95 (songbook only)

Broadway Favorites
  Arranger: Kenny Kotwitz
  Publisher: Hal Leonard
  Level: Intermediate - Advanced

Imagine the looks on their faces when you begin to play some of these show tunes. Thirteen songs including: Climb Ev'ry Mountain, Getting to Know You, Matchmaker, No Other Love, Oh What A Beautiful Morning, and People Will Say We're In Love.
$9.95 (songbook only)

Disney Movie Favorites
  Arranger: Kenny Kotwitz
  Publisher: Hal Leonard
  Level: Intermediate - Advanced

Children and adults will be excited and thrilled to recognize these popular favorites.  Twelve songs from Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, Kiss The Girl, Something There, A Whole New World plus many other surprises.
$9.95 (songbook only)
$9.95 (2nd Edition other songs songbook only)

The Beatles Greatest Hits
  Publisher: Hal Leonard
  Level: Intermediate

Light up the faces of genuine Beatles fans when you play some of their greatest hits! This collection is a definite crowd pleaser. Fifteen songs including: All My Lovin, A Hard Days Night, Hey Jude, Yellow Submarine, and eleven more.
$10.95 (songbook only)

Songs of Andrew Lloyd Webber
  Arranger: Kenny Kotwitz
  Publisher: Hal Leonard
  Level: Intermediate - Advanced

Songs from The Phantom Of The Opera such as All I Ask Of You, The Music Of The Night, Think Of Me, and With One Look .
$10.95 (songbook only)

Accordion Varieties Complete
  Author: Helene Criscio
  Publisher: Santorella Publishing Company
  Level: Intermediate - Advanced

The largest collection ever assembled. Edited and endorsed by Myron Floren, it is a must for every accordionist. Polkas, Waltzes, Mazurkas, Tarantellas, Marches, Dances created by the legendary genius Helen Criscio. Irish, Italian, German, Polish, Jewish, Russian and Greek.
$12.95 (songbook only)

101 Popular Songs for Accordion
  Arranger: J. Latulippe
  Publisher: Santorella Publishing Company
  Level: Beginner - Intermediate

When it comes to matters of the heart, no performer should be without these popular favorites: Fascination, Sidewalks of New York, O Sole Mio, Away In a Manger, Marine's Hymn, Clarinet Polka, Greensleeves, The Yellow Rose of Texas and many more favorites.
$19.95 (songbook only)

The Best of Christmas
  Arranger: J. Latulippe
  Publisher: Santorella Publishing Company
  Level: Beginner - Intermediate - Advanced

30 of the best Christmas tunes of all time This collection is a must for the holidays! Includes: Carol of the Bells, Jingle Bells, Silver and Gold, O Christmas Tree, I Saw Three Ships, We Three Kings, O Come All Ye Faithful and many more!
$14.95 (songbook only)

Divine Hymns for Accordion arranged by Helene Criscio
  Publisher: Santorella Publishing Company
  Level: Beginner

Abide With Me, Nearer My God To Thee, Amazing Grace, When the Saints Go Marching In, Kum Bah Yah, What A Friend We Have in Jesus, Just a Closer Walk with Thee, Bringing in the Sheeves, Rock of Ages, are just a sampling that of what will make your spirtual event a sensational success.
$9.95 (songbook only)