http://afropopshop.org<img src='http://files.afropopshop.org/images/57876/international_accordion_awareness_month_squeezebox_accordions_around_the_world.jpg'>Did you know June is International Accordion Awareness Month!? In honor of the occasion I have grabbed some of my favorite accordion tracks to share from the Calabash Music catalogue. San Franciscan Accordionist Tom Torriglia petitioned the accordion loving city for official recognition of the instrument and thus June is a month for squeezebox lovers everywhere. Bravo! <br />As many accordion enthusiasts know, the accordion is a remarkable instrument. It's full sound can emulate both the great pipe organs of Europe and the humble harmonica. The Accordion traveled with missionaries, explorers, traders and sailors on their journeys and back again carrying with it music from all corners of the globe. From the US to Madagascar, Brazil to Spain, Sudan to Belgium, accordions are making music!Mon, 08 Sep 2008 08:49:43 -0500http://profile.afropopshop.org/world/simeon_chapin#playlist_57876<img src='http://files.afropopshop.org/images/51454/northerntrad.jpg'>The traditional music of Northern Europe and Northern America have common and deep roots. These artists share these roots and are active in the various styles that have developed over the years. Listen for resemblance and individuality, but more importantly just listen.Mon, 08 Sep 2008 08:49:43 -0500http://profile.afropopshop.org/world/simeon_chapin#playlist_51454