Sedrik Hensal Posted August 23, 2007 Share Posted August 23, 2007 Hi, I am a complete novice with reed instruments. I have played the piano for many years but now have an urge to give it a go on the concertina. I do not know whether I would like it or manage it and do not want to spend to much on a starter/experimental instrument. I am more then prepared to make a better investment in 10 - 12 months from now if the concertina manages to maintain my interest. Hobgoblins in London sell the Scarlatti 20 key C/G Anglo for £89 and a Stagi model 20 key C/G for the same price. These appear to be cheapest around. Has anyone any experience with the Scarlatti and Stagi? Will you suggest anyone of these for a beginner and if so which one? Your thoughts are really appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Dunk Posted August 23, 2007 Share Posted August 23, 2007 (edited) Hi, I am a complete novice with reed instruments. I have played the piano for many years but now have an urge to give it a go on the concertina. I do not know whether I would like it or manage it and do not want to spend to much on a starter/experimental instrument. I am more then prepared to make a better investment in 10 - 12 months from now if the concertina manages to maintain my interest. Hobgoblins in London sell the Scarlatti 20 key C/G Anglo for £89 and a Stagi model 20 key C/G for the same price. These appear to be cheapest around. Has anyone any experience with the Scarlatti and Stagi? Will you suggest anyone of these for a beginner and if so which one? Your thoughts are really appreciated. As you are already a musician you'll know what I mean when I say that a really poor instrument is the worst thing you can give a beginner, cheap and cheerful is ok but almost unplayable certainly isn't. I can't see how any concertina at that price can be anything other than awful. I would advise you to look at other concertinas like the Rochelle. It's a good starter instrument that holds it's value quite well and there is a trade up policy at Concertina Connection which means you get your money back when you buy a much better instrument. (Edited cos I can't type!) Edited August 23, 2007 by tallship Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken_Coles Posted August 23, 2007 Share Posted August 23, 2007 Actually, 20-key Stagis are serviceable, and a good bit cheaper than their 30-key models. I played one for several years, including twice at Noel Hill school. Have fun whatever you choose. Ken Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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