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Musical Migrant: Accordions on the Move

Smithsonian Music

The sound of the accordion, a traditional European instrument, has traveled the world and been incorporated as a staple into many genres of music. 


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Hohner Corona II Accordion signed by Flaco Jimenez

Ramon Ayala

La India Canela Performance [Live at Smithsonian Folklife Festival 2009]

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Accordian Player, Louisiana

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