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Nice Concertina cartoons from old Punch magazine, 19th century
Andy Sugden replied to larryjhs's topic in Concertina History
Not from Punch, but I have these from my postcard collection. I look for turn of the last century to 1918 postcards with cartoons of the Royal Navy, whilst looking I came across some of concertina players and couldn’t resist. -
I got a reply within a day when I made an enquiry a couple of years ago.
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My basset hound howls along as I play my Anglo. Likewise, I can't tell if it’s in pain or pleasure, but he does wag his tail, so I hope the latter. He does the same when I play the fiddle, but is either indifferent to, or a fan of, the tenor banjo and guitar.
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Kingwood Concertina With Spalted Maple Trim.
Andy Sugden replied to Frank Edgley's topic in Instrument Construction & Repair
I was in contact with Frank last year, looking into getting a Vintage in G/D Alas, he wasn’t making them in that key at the time. -
You're welcome. I was amused by the bloke behind the 'tina players clutching his ears in anguish - what a Philistine!
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Is it this 'un Willum? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CXmTChUB4_w If it is, then Bob Webb is credited.
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My First Youtube Upload, Anglo
Andy Sugden replied to Mikefule's topic in General Concertina Discussion
Very nice playing on a very nice instrument, well done and congratulations. -
Lovely playing Jim, I enjoyed that.
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Everyone's A Critic---Even The Dog
Andy Sugden replied to Halifax's topic in General Concertina Discussion
My basset hound either hates or loves the concertina, I've yet to work out which. As soon as I start to play, he'll put his head back and start howling, whether in protest or appreciation, who knows? Same with the fiddle. The banjo, however, he is either indifferent to or content with. -
Welcome Michael. I too have recently taken the step-up from lurking. Now, I've got a basset hound who pretty much ignores all my other instruments, but if I get out my Anglos, he's head back and howling. Whether in joyous union with the music or calling for help from the pack, I have yet to figure out, the latter I suspect. Andy Sugden
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I think a couple of my anglos are worth less now than what I paid for them - am I unhappy? No, because I bought instruments that I found wonderful to play and will never sell. I'd advise against buying any instruments for investment value, rather look for an instrument that makes you smile every time you play it. In that respect, it's even better than investing in wine! Adrian Adrian, that is an excellent sentiment.
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What Brought You To The Concertina World?
Andy Sugden replied to LoM's topic in General Concertina Discussion
Being a player of stringed instruments I liked the idea of having something that came out of a neat little box, ready for playing and not (by and large) needing tuning. As a long-time tin sandwich (harmonica) player, I found the anglo surprisingly easy to get a tune out of although, as I later found, playing across the rows in the Irish fashion was a bit more problematic. I persist in my quest to master these appealing little beasts though and thoroughly enjoy playing ITM and morris tunes, two different approaches needed I find. Enjoy your journey Jerome. -
My New Trio Playing A Few Barndances
Andy Sugden replied to Lawrence Reeves's topic in General Concertina Discussion
Lovely playing Lawrence. I know the second tune but can't bring its name to mind.