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  1. I've been instructed by the Captain of my ship that I must buy a concertina. Check out his tongue-in-cheek orders:

    Mr (name),

     

    The following addition to your personal gear for the 2011 sailing season, is hereby moved from 'suggested' to 'mandatory' status:

     

    http://folk-instruments.musiciansfriend.com/product/Hohner-D40-Concertina?sku=420559&src=3WFRWXX&ZYXSEM=0&CAWELAID=26027649

     

    Its cost is nominal and its benefits to harmony and discord after long voyages at sea are unparalleled.

     

    Detailed instructions as to the operation of the aforementioned required equipment will be provided as part of the (boat name), 2011 sailing campaign.

     

    However, preparation for the unknown future being a tenant of the sailing vessel (boat name) crew's training regime, I will present some situational scenarios where this particular item will be applicable:

     

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I6k0kpeFhTo&feature=related

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sYau7QfiiuM

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fmZg4vxOPmk

     

     

    As Ship's Engineer, you've already submitted to completing this task.

     

     

    Carry on,

     

    Captain Uncle Bobby,

    aka: Captain Limpy 2,

    aka: 2009's Ahab of the year candidate, 6th runner up.

     

    When I asked him some questions about sources, he humorously replied:

    Good Sir Slippopotamus,

     

    I will not trouble myself with your particular choice of a chandler, purveyor or dutch merchantman.

     

    I simply request you acquire the proper kit ahead of our intended voyage.

     

    Most assuredly,

     

    Captain, the unranked, of the cutter, (boat name)

     

     

    First, I don't want to spend $200 on an instrument I probably can't learn how to play :)

    Next, although I have seen this same model on eBay for $50, it seems like a piece of junk, after reading people's reviews of the model.

    Lastly, *IF* I was in fact able to learn how to play a concertina, I'd like to have one that is decent.

     

    Cap'n told me to get an Anglo concertina.

    Might anyone have one for sale that would be suitable for my needs, or do you have any suggestions for a source/model/style etc.? 20 or 30 button? Does an Anglo make the same sound in both directions (or is there even a connection between the two)?

     

    Thanks very much for your help,

     

    First Mate Slippy

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