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Submitted by John Nielsen, Jul 9, 2007 08:29

I had the good fortune to grow up in New Orleans where many bands from Cajun country would travel to play in clubs and at Jazz Fest. From the traditional Cajun music of the Louisiana Aces to the blazing Zydeco of Clifton Chenier, John Delafose and others, I thought the accordian was accepted everywhere.

Later, hearing southwestern music, then discovering Colombian vallenatos and Argentine milongas, I realized this instrument penetrates every form of music I enjoy. And, there is nothing like hearing the shimmering sounds of an Evangeline accordian in capable Cajun hands.

Even Aerosmith uses an accordian at the very end of "What It Takes".

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One of the best overall musicians I know began his musical career with an accordian. Even though he can play... [MORE]	Kait Klammer	Jul 14, 2007 16:11
I can't say for sure, but in the Louisiana Bayous, "Evangeline" is cult folklore heroin, of which a wonderful and... [MORE]	Rich Pizzo	Jul 14, 2007 11:35
I had the good fortune to grow up in New Orleans where many bands from Cajun country would travel to...	John Nielsen	Jul 9, 2007 08:29
Thanks John, Would you please explain / define "Evangeline accordian" rich [MORE]	Rich Pizzo	Jul 10, 2007 13:33
The Accordion is Back in America, and that is a good thing. With all thanks to American Cajun and Zydeco... [MORE]	Rich Pizzo	Jul 6, 2007 13:47
Well Rich (above comment), Not being a polka fan-boy I will say that polka can rock. And rock music can... [MORE]	Bruce Triggs	Jul 7, 2007 15:51
Sorry, I actually like polka. Going to Many Weddings as a kid, polkas were the most fun.. And as a... [MORE]	Rich Pizzo	Jul 9, 2007 12:34
That was a fun piece. Thanks for taking the time to write about the accordion. [MORE]	tom torriglia	Jul 6, 2007 10:42

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