Bike guy wrote:
I have been hearing that joke all my life.
It usually comes from someone who knows little or nothing about accordions and bayans. There has been a great revival of interest about the instrument. Europe especially continues to lead the world in serious performers.
I am 79, and have played the accordion since I was 6. I made a lot of people happy listening to my performances.
My favorite comment, the accordion is easy to play, difficult to master. Like chess.
As a keyboard player, I agree. Luckily I have a nephew who is a brilliant guitarist, singer and accordianist!