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Music

After playing the English concertina for many years, I finally committed to learn to play chords on the instrument. It took me a while to develop the physical skill to play chord progressions and during that time, I fell down several very deep rabbit holes learning how chords and harmonies work in traditional music. I wrote a book in hope that sharing some of the things I encountered on my journey will spark a few conversations and make it easier for others to learn.

While the book’s focus is on the English concertina, there are several sections about how chords work and interact with melodies that apply regardless of your instrument.