In this bandoneón tutorial I explain the first of a series of preparatory exercises. After having dedicated a series of videos to the fundamental aspects of the technique, with this bandoneón tutorial we begin the practical exercises. In particular we start with the series of Iniciales, which are the first exercises of technique I studied […]
A Lesson from the Bandoneon to Move from Stage Panic to Expressiveness 2024 is coming to an end and I have been very busy during this year preparing for a Conservatory exam and a series of concerts here in Buenos Aires. During this time, the themes of public performance and stage panic have been central […]
Avoid 3 common mistakes when switching from accordion to bandoneon. Learn essential techniques for a smooth transition. Today, we’re talking about two instruments that are often confused: the accordion and the bandoneon. Both are bellows instruments, so it’s easy to think their playing techniques are similar. Many accordion players start playing the bandoneon, and I […]
A Fundamental Bandoneon Lesson for Beginners Welcome to this new post dedicated to a very important bandoneon lesson. I’ll discuss about the fundamental technical aspect of the correct hand posture on the bandoneon and how to support it with the hand. Ths post is a natural continuation to the previous one about posture and bellows […]
In this Bandoneon Lesson you’ll learn a useful movement strategy to simplify chords’ sequence Welcome to this new bandoneon lesson dedicated to the bandoneon technique: playing chords with bandoneon. In this article, I’ll talk about pivoting: it’s not really a technique, but a useful strategy to move on the keyboard when you have a sequence […]
Building an Effective Fundamental Technique and Injury-Free Practice In this article (and in the video below) I’ll discuss about two fundamental aspects of the bandoneon technique: posture and bellows control. The article unfolds in two parts: the initial part addresses the significance of maintaining proper posture during bandoneon practice, while the latter part focuses on […]
Avoiding Mistakes to Preserve Your Passion While it may seem like a minor detail, choosing the right chair for bandoneon practice is crucial to prevent physical problems, tension, and restrictions during training and performance. Personally, I experienced this importance last year when, due to an incorrect chair choice, I suffered from sciatica that prevented me […]
