Left-Handed (Mirrored) Accordion: A Rare Instrument for Left-Handed Players The world of accordions is mostly designed for right-handed players. Standard layouts place the melody on the right hand and basses/chords on the left hand . For left-handed musicians, this can be uncomfortable. That’s why left-handed or mirrored accordions exist — specialized instruments adapted for left-hand play. What Is a Left-Handed Accordion? A left-handed accordion has mirrored keyboards compared to a standard model: Left hand plays the melody , Right hand controls basses and chords , Low notes may be positioned at the top. This mirrored design allows lefties to play naturally and ergonomically, using their dominant hand for melody. How Rare Are Mirrored Accordions? According to professional accordion workshops and music communities, left-handed accordions are extremely rare . They are usually: Custom-built to order , Created through extensive modification of standard acco...
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