The ins and outs of the accordion

Thierry Benetoux is both artisan and artist, demonstrating a true passion for the accordion. He is one of the very few accordion makers and tuners to whom I can turn in full confidence.
It is always a moving, poignant and very enriching experience to be ableto talk about any aspect of the instrument with Thierry Benetoux. I am a great admirer of his.
                                                 Richard Galliano
                                                 Paris 21.6.2001

Even accomplished players are sometimes not that well acquainted
with the bits behind the buttons and keys.
Understanding one's accordion is an excellent way of maintaining it.
Being able to identify and diagnose problems can often mean early remedial action rather than late damage repair.
While not replacing recognised repairers, The Ins and Outs of the Accordion

is an original and comprehensive reference guide which explains the workings of each of the elements inside the accordion and offers a breakdown of the possible problems, how to diagnose them and their solutions. The book is suitable for individual instrument owners and can equally be used as a reference manual for teachers and students of instrument repair.

This unique work is the fruit of Thierry Benetoux's twenty years
experience as musician, repairer, tuner and all out enthusiast
of the accordion.

This printed edition, (150x210mm), contains over 264 pages, as well as fine colour photographs.