Hi, umm. confession time. I bought a second-hand accordion the other week. It was £18, and got it at the Barras - the fleamarket in Glasgow.

I don't play - yet - but I will. It seems to be mreo or less in tune, and although it is eveidently elderly, it has a great rich sound.

Carol - take heart - you are not alone.

For real accordion music - check out Phil Cunningham.

He is the man.

Cheers