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The accordina or a short history of wind accordions
Episode 01 – Joseph Weinrich, 1828
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Psallmelodicon
An instrument invented by Joseph Weinrich (Germany), patented in 1828.It was made by Griesling and Schott of Berlin, renowned wind instrument makers. Today, there are 3 known instruments.
To be continued…
Illustration: Portrait of Johannes Weinrich