Re: [Harp-L] Similarities between harp and anglo concertina

[joe leone <3n037@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

On Aug 26, 2010, at 6:53 PM, Richard Hammersley wrote:

> About seven years ago I had the idea that the anglo concertina is  
> kind of like two parallel diatonic harmonicas (usually in C and G,  
> plus a row of accidentals), so I bought a cheap one to expand my  
> free reed skills. Why not learn one instrument properly shout the  
> neighbours? Cos I like to mess about with new things. Cos my hay  
> fever makes harp difficult two months of the year.  Anyway, the  
> initial box was unplayable. I've just bought a better one with  
> buttons that work. Anyone have experience of playing anglo  
> concertina and harmonica, and have anything interesting to report?


Yes. When playing my Cajun accordion, I find myself breathing in and  
out (diatonic style) in direct sequence with the buttons I am  
pushing. If I go too fast, I hyperventilate. Btw, it's Richter tuned.
Joe LeOne


> Anyone interested in hearing in due course how I get on and whether  
> harp skills are useful on anglo concertina? If there is interest I  
> may give occasional reports.
> Richard
> Richard Hammersley
> Grantshouse
> Scottish Borders