Accordion renews its image as 2026's top instrument

The accordion is gaining worldwide popularity. Germany has declared it the instrument of the year for 2026. This all-rounder ...
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Accordionist Will Holshouser goes solo — and soulful — on 'The Lone Wild Bird'

Holshouser turned to accordion when a college pal gave him one as a gift. Martin Johnson reviews his latest album, then Terry Gross hosts Holshouser in the studio for conversation and some music. This ...
WESA

Pittsburgh’s Accordion Man: 85, legally blind and a 1,000 song repertoire

Lou Gamber plays his digital accordion at Narcisi Winery in Gibsonia on June 26, 2025. Some may know him as Lou, but to many around Pittsburgh, he’s known as the Accordion Man. Louis Gamber is 85 and ...