Halifax Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Even though my teens sometimes roll their eyes when I practice the concertina, I never thought my faithful dog would mind. But lately when I start to play, he comes over and shoves his nose between my palm and the instrument, effectively interrupting my flow. He stops when I tell him to. Still. I do feel judged. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Defra Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 The concertina seems to have a strange effect on animals. My dog is none too keen either but my cat, on hearing the first notes will come running in, even from outside, and leap onto my knees purring in order to be as close as possible to the action. And I'm no great shakes as a player. Even CDs with concertina or accordion on them have the same effect. It shows no interest when I play the mandolin or guitar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob carr Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 It shows no interest when I play the mandolin or guitar. Perhaps stringing them with catgut might be the reason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Defra Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 It shows no interest when I play the mandolin or guitar. Perhaps stringing them with catgut might be the reason Nice one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halifax Posted October 13, 2016 Author Share Posted October 13, 2016 It shows no interest when I play the mandolin or guitar. Perhaps stringing them with catgut might be the reason Nice one! Ha! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Sugden Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Tims Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Our Border Terrier bitch 'Stubble' leaves the room instantly even if we merely open any Concertina case ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Harrison Posted October 13, 2016 Share Posted October 13, 2016 Pah ! You guys have no idea what criticism is ! I've had to live with this for years................the look that says " In so many ways you've been a good master, but really............concertina ?" Robin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halifax Posted October 14, 2016 Author Share Posted October 14, 2016 No respect, I tell ya! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Mansfield Posted October 14, 2016 Share Posted October 14, 2016 Ours discerns between accordeon reeds and concertina reeds; my wife's Rochelle and my Morse baritone, the dog will stay in the room quite happily. But As soon as my brass-reeded Wheatstone treble is out she's up barking and exiting the room. Thinks - have I found a good excuse to get a Morse Albion treble? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halifax Posted October 14, 2016 Author Share Posted October 14, 2016 Ours discerns between accordeon reeds and concertina reeds; my wife's Rochelle and my Morse baritone, the dog will stay in the room quite happily. But As soon as my brass-reeded Wheatstone treble is out she's up barking and exiting the room. Thinks - have I found a good excuse to get a Morse Albion treble? Call the Button Box today! Canine harmony is as good a reason as any. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rlgph Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 The concertina seems to have a strange effect on animals. My dog is none too keen either but my cat, on hearing the first notes will come running in, even from outside, and leap onto my knees purring in order to be as close as possible to the action. And I'm no great shakes as a player. Even CDs with concertina or accordion on them have the same effect. It shows no interest when I play the mandolin or guitar. We used to have a cat that would come meowing into the room where i was blowing my pipes or practice chanter. I was never sure whether she was coming to protest or to sing along. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halifax Posted October 17, 2016 Author Share Posted October 17, 2016 The concertina seems to have a strange effect on animals. My dog is none too keen either but my cat, on hearing the first notes will come running in, even from outside, and leap onto my knees purring in order to be as close as possible to the action. And I'm no great shakes as a player. Even CDs with concertina or accordion on them have the same effect. It shows no interest when I play the mandolin or guitar. We used to have a cat that would come meowing into the room where i was blowing my pipes or practice chanter. I was never sure whether she was coming to protest or to sing along. So, what does the cat think of the concertina? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rlgph Posted October 17, 2016 Share Posted October 17, 2016 So, what does the cat think of the concertina? Unfortunately, we no longer have that cat. Our current older cat does not like the concertina or bagpipes. We have two 6 month old kittens who are not bothered by the concertina, but don't seek it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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