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In time for the festive season, that is

Interesting and informative replies, thanks. Really helpful. Regarding type of tunes I want to play, my intention is to try all sorts whilst I learn, however, I like the sound of sea shanties and, to please the family, I need to master a couple of carols in time for

Thanks for enlightening replies, I am talking about the inside row, so your post is reassuring. Doesn’t that make switching to another box more tricky?

I am a beginner and have just bought my first concertina, a 20-button C / G Anglo Lachenal. The buttons result in the expected notes, all except for one, on the left side, first one the lower row which is G-1 on the push and D on the pull (rather than what I think is more usual B1 and A1). Am I right, is this an unusual set-up?And is it a problem as I learn to play?