[Should I buy an English?]

Hello there,

 

I wondered if you could help?

 

I'm looking to purchase my first concertina.

 

My main interest for this will be to play Scottish tunes.

 

But... I'm also trying to re-learn the double bass and I'm spending a lot of time looking at general music theory and notation.

 

So - I wondered if it might be most logical for me to get an English concertina?

 

And if so, with a budget of £500-£750, are there any makers that you would recommend?

 

Thanks in advance!

 

Best wishes,

 

Simon

[Buying My First English Concertina?]

Hello there,

 

I'm looking to purchase my first English concertina - I think.

 

I say 'think' as I'm fairly sure that English (rather than Anglo) will suit me best.

 

Assuming I do go for an English, I wondered I'd anyone could offer any hints on what I should buy?

 

My budget is approx. £500 - I don't know what I should expect to buy for that. New or secondhand?

 

Or should I go cheaper to start, make sure I can put the playing time , then buy something much better?

 

I'm based in the UK so would also appreciate and leads re. shops etc.

 

Thanks in advance,

 

Simon