Historical Events tagged with "accordion"
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Cyrill Demian's Accordion Patent Granted
Cyrill Demian, an Austrian instrument maker, was granted a patent for his innovative musical instrument, the accordion, in Vienna. This new design featured a keyboard that allowed for a range of musical possibilities, combining multiple elements of traditional instruments. The accordion quickly gained popularity across Europe due to its versatility and the ease with which it could be played. Demian's invention marked the beginning of a significant chapter in the evolution of portable musical instruments, paving the way for future developments in both design and musical styles.
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