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John Adey

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  1. It's music theory, specifically harmony theory. Those intervals are the ones that harmonise. Learning to play parallel scales, i.e. scales separated by the intervals you mention, in different keys is a great exercise for helping you find the notes that harmonise with a tune.
  2. The 'artist' who made the fine instrument or the amateurish dauber who did the painting??
  3. Is this tale of Edeophones rolling off tables a myth, a theoretical possibility or a reality? I never had any problems when I had an Edeophone and I've never met anyone who knew of an actual occasion when it happened. Does anyone know of an Edeophone that really rolled?
  4. In view of where you live it might be worth having a word with the folks listed under ' Nottingham and East Midlands Concertina Group' on the ICA website at: http://www.concertina.org/regional-groups-with-regular-meetings/ They can't be very far away and may know someone who can help with a loan or hiring. Good luck!
  5. Lovely. Brightened up my grey morning, especially the 'Market Rasen'. Many thanks.
  6. I suggest you contact the organisers of the Squeezeast event: http://www.squeezeast.org.uk/sq17.php Their annual event is held in Stamford and there may well be some locals involved. Good luck
  7. 'I have a ganglion developing. My doctor's advice was to "whack it with a bible". So far I have not followed that advice! All medical students used to be taught this way of treating a ganglion, but, rather than having a theological basis, the advice originates from the fact that, for many folks, the only available book of a suitable size to provide the necessary weight to burst the ganglion would be the family bible. Not very subtle, but it provided temporary relief.
  8. A few years ago I had a similar problem with marked pain in the first two joints of my thumbs after playing for a short time. Fitting wrist straps cured the problem. The straps allow the lateral stress of bellows movement, especially on the draw, to be borne by the back of your hand rather than the joints of your thumbs.
  9. I advise checking the luggage regulations of the airline, including exact dimensions. I recently flew to Ireland from Bristol and was able to take my treble English in a small Pelican Storm case, this one: http://www.pelican.com/us/en/product/watertight-storm-hard-cases/small-case/standard/iM2075/ Aer Lingus allowed this exact size of case, presumably made that size to comply with such regulations, plus a small suitcase as cabin baggage. So I didn't have to risk my treble Edeophone EC in the hold.
  10. What a superb resource with excellent performances! Many thanks for these.
  11. I found 'The AB Guide to Music Theory' by Eric Taylor very useful. It comes in two slim paperbacks published by the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music. http://shop.abrsm.org/shop/prod/Taylor-Eric-The-AB-Guide-to-Music-Theory-Part-I/598230
  12. The 48 key tenor has, for some years, been something of a holy grail for me. Few EC players whose interest is folk music ever use the top half octave of a 48 key treble, but many, like me, would like the bottom half octave down to tenor C to add for harmony. i look forward to hearing how you get on with this project Steve. Do you intend keeping and playing or selling post-restoration? I'd be interested if you intend selling.
  13. Since you're in South Yorkshire it might be worth sending Dave Prebble, a member here and an experienced restorer, a PM asking him to have a look before you take any radical steps like changing the bellows. He's not far from Doncaster, a really helpful and straight guy.
  14. I asked the seller that question, given that an extended treble usually has 56 keys. He replied: Hello - the range of the concertina, as I have outlined in the description, is the basic 48 button system, with the lowest note being G and the extra buttons above the scale only (NOT extended below into the tenor range). Apart from the very highest notes, the concertina is in concert pitch. He hasn't posted my question or his reply.
  15. That is beautiful! I love your subtle dynamics; so expressive!!
  16. Just look at the ground the celebrated opening movement of his E major violin partita (or is it sonata? I always get the sonatas and partitas confused) ended up covering. Pretty dazzling when you stop to think of it... Now, that would be an interesting challenge on concertina, of any system!
  17. Any recordings of Bach on the baritone EC yet, John? I'd be interested to hear... I'm working towards it, but don't hold your breath! My wife used to play cello and it has taken a while for her to tolerate my practicing of, what to her, is almost sacred music. Hence, in part, the delay since acquiring the notation in getting down to working on the suites. As for the transposition David: yes, all the suites are a fifth higher. So the first suite, with its very well known and frequently played prelude, is in D major rather than G. I'm sure J S would have composed for EC if it had been available to him - well, that's what I tell my wife anyway!
  18. That is very impressive; well played! A few years ago I found a transcription for violin of all the solo cello suites and have recently got round to playing pieces on the baritone EC. Because of the complexities and scope of the music, I reckon there's enough material there to keep me engrossed for many years to come!
  19. Wolf A festival in October? Of course! Not Cornwall exactly, but almost, is Okehampton, home of the Wren Trust and their Baring-Gould festival held every October. http://www.baring-gould.co.uk/ Local duet player Geoff Lakeman is featured and there are lots of other events. Enjoy,
  20. Paul Barrett's band workshops have been a regular part of my Sidmouth week for several years; great fun with some interesting arrangements by Paul. Highly recommended,
  21. A great tune that is a real 'ear worm' for me. Very nice arrangement on the EC.
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