Slow & Easy Accordion Lessons
Back in the Accordion Heyday there were accordion teaching studios in every town. Today, the new accordion teaching studio for many is You Tube videos. I've watched a few of these, but wonder if they actually work. The reason I ask is because the material presented in those videos progresses rapidly - much faster than students I have worked with are able to comprehend.Those videos did not use sheet music. Dale Mathis Slow & Easy series is different. I use simple music to help students visualize how the left hand bass notes fit with the right hand melodic rhythms.
Thank you for watching.
Dale Mathis
Back in the Accordion Heyday there were accordion teaching studios in every town. Today, the new accordion teaching studio for many is You Tube videos. I've watched a few of these, but wonder if they actually work. The reason I ask is because the material presented in those videos progresses rapidly - much faster than students I have worked with are able to comprehend.Those videos did not use sheet music. Dale Mathis Slow & Easy series is different. I use simple music to help students visualize how the left hand bass notes fit with the right hand melodic rhythms.
Thank you for watching.
Dale Mathis
Chapter 1 - The very beginning
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Chapter 1, Part 2
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Chapter 2
Theory Lesson 2B In this video I talk about "Middle C" and the Grand staff. I also discussion the symbol markings on accordion register switches. Please take time to watch this video because it will answer questions that you did not even know you should be asking! |
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Chapter 2, Solos
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philips_three_chord_song.pdf | |
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philips_waltz.pdf | |
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hot_dog_song...pdf | |
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Chapter 3
Theory Lesson 3B Learn about Middle C Learn to read sheet music note names Learn about left hand Bass and Chord notes and what the symbols mean |
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NOTE: Crown Music owner retired in 2022. Please contact Dale Mathis in Arizona for information about buying your Roland accordion. Thanks.
480-544-6016. VIDEO link MyCrownMusic.net has been deleted. New web site name: DaleMathisAccordion.com
480-544-6016. VIDEO link MyCrownMusic.net has been deleted. New web site name: DaleMathisAccordion.com
Chapter 3, Solos
beethoven_theme.pdf | |
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choclate_candies.pdf | |
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lightly_row.pdf | |
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flying_little_bird.pdf | |
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Chapter 4
Lesson 4 Theory The concept of three-chord songs Bass, Chord, Chord patterns for left hand buttons The D Chord in the left hand Using new sounds for your right hand melody |
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Chapter 4, Long, Long Ago
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Chapter 4, Solos
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audi_race.pdf | |
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Chapter 4, All Songs, No Talk
Chapter 5
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Lesson 5 Theory What is a Key Signature? Why do we play songs in different keys? Learning about Bb, the F scale, and the Key of F |
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Chapter 5, Solos
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nearer_my_god_to_thee.pdf | |
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ramblin_rose.pdf | |
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just_as_i_am_without_one_plea.pdf | |
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largo.pdf | |
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jesus_loves_me.pdf | |
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Chapter 5 - even more to learn at this level
New hand position
D minor chord A Major chord Accented notes Staccato playing style
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weiner_dog_polka.pdf | |
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Lesson 5, Songs in the Key of F
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Lesson 5, All songs, No talk
Chapter 6
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Chapter 6, Theory
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These theory lessons cover:
Songs with three chords Playing a song in different keys What is a Key Signature The second video covers alternating bass patterns Please download and print the three PDF songs above. |
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Chapter 6, Solos
round_and_round_key_of_f.pdf | |
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round_and_round_key_of_c.pdf | |
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good_night_ladies.pdf | |
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what_a_friend_we_have_in_jesus.pdf | |
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camptown_races.pdf | |
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Lesson 6, Solos with Eighth Notes
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folksy_polka.pdf | |
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just_a_closer_walk_with_thee.pdf | |
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Lesson 6, Work Song
NOTE: Crown Music owner retired in 2022. Please contact Dale Mathis in Arizona for information about buying your Roland accordion. Thanks.
480-544-6016
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NOTE: Crown Music owner retired in 2022. Please contact Dale Mathis in Arizona for information about buying your Roland accordion. Thanks.
480-544-6016. VIDEO link MyCrownMusic.net has been deleted. New web site name: DaleMathisAccordion.com
480-544-6016. VIDEO link MyCrownMusic.net has been deleted. New web site name: DaleMathisAccordion.com
Chapter 7, Part One
7_happy_birthday.pdf | |
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Lesson 7, Theory Learn about 8 measure phrases. Learn about A and B sections within a song. Playing with backing tracks or a metronome. |
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Chapter 7, More Solos
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in_the_garden.pdf | |
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Chapter 7, Christmas
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Chapter 8
NOTE: Crown Music owner retired in 2022. Please contact Dale Mathis in Arizona for information about buying your Roland accordion. Thanks.
480-544-6016
Lesson 8 Theory Before you can learn about the basics of harmony notes for your right hand melody, you need to understand the basics of chord construction. In this session you will build a major chord and a minor chord. |
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Chapter 8, Christmas
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Chapter 8 solos
NOTE: Crown Music owner retired in 2022. Please contact Dale Mathis in Arizona for information about buying your Roland accordion. Thanks.
480-544-6016
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Chapter 9
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NOTE: Crown Music owner retired in 2022. Please contact Dale Mathis in Arizona for information about buying your Roland accordion. Thanks.
480-544-6016. VIDEO link MyCrownMusic.net has been deleted. New web site name: DaleMathisAccordion.com
480-544-6016. VIDEO link MyCrownMusic.net has been deleted. New web site name: DaleMathisAccordion.com
Chapter 9, Theory
Lesson 9 Theory
Where are the minor chord buttons on your accordion? Understanding the difference between a major and a minor chord in your sheet music. |
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More Chapter 9 Solos
a_hot_time_in_the_old_town_tonight.pdf | |
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goodnight_ladies_double_notes.pdf | |
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hail_hail_the_gangs_all_here.pdf | |
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tv_commercial_theme_1950s.pdf | |
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Chapter 10
NOTE: Crown Music owner retired in 2022. Please contact Dale Mathis in Arizona for information about buying your Roland accordion. Thanks.
480-544-6016
480-544-6016
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Chapter 10, Solos
in_my_merry_oldsmobile.pdf | |
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in_the_good_old_summertime.pdf | |
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bohemian_forest_waltz_lesson10.pdf | |
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russian_salute.pdf | |
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piping_tim_of_galloway.pdf | |
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joyful_joyful_we_adore_thee.pdf | |
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Chapter 10, Christmas
ding_dong_merrily_on_high_ez.pdf | |
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Chapter 10, Blizzard Dance (solo)
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First Solos
Check out the First Solos collection in the drop down menu. There are many familiar songs in the collection you will be able to play with your current skills.