Learn to Play Piano Accordion with Confidence, Clarity and Joy!
With World Champion Accordionist and Master Teacher Patricia Bartell
Make real progress, sound great, and enjoy playing with clear step-by-step guidance every step of the way
Meet Patricia Bartell World Champion Musician and Master Teacher
World Champion Musician • Master Teacher • International Music Judge • Hohner Endorsed Artist • Best Selling Author • 2X TEDx Speaker • Entrepreneur • Keynote Speaker
“You have no idea what I’ve gone through to try to find someone like you who could show me how to play the accordion.”
That’s what one student told me, tears in his eyes, after years of searching for real instruction.
He just wanted clear, step-by-step lessons from someone who truly understood the accordion. But the only “teacher” nearby was three hours away and happened to be a self-taught pianist who dabbled in accordion.
(Side note: the piano and the accordion are completely different instruments, both in technique and in approach.)
He wasn’t alone. Many students I’ve met have gone through the same struggle. They tried YouTube tutorials, method books, and online forums. But they still couldn’t play the way they hoped until they found this.
That’s why I created Accordion Life Academy.
I’m passionate about helping people learn the right way, with expert instruction and structured lessons they can follow from anywhere in the world. I’d love for you to join me and hundreds of accordion-loving students.
See you on the inside! ~ Patricia Bartell
Discover the Step-by-Step Accordion Course That’s Helped Hundreds Succeed
Learning the accordion should be fun and rewarding, not frustrating.
Learning the accordion should be fun and rewarding, not frustrating.
But most people never get the results they want because they don’t have a clear method or a trained teacher to guide them.
That’s why I created this course.
It has helped hundreds of students finally learn the right way with structure, support, and steady progress.
I would love to help you do the same.
You’re in the right place to get everything you need to play accordion with confidence and joy.
What if you could get instant access to lessons that show you:
But most people never get the results they want because they don’t have a clear method or a trained teacher to guide them.
That’s why I created this course.
It has helped hundreds of students finally learn the right way with structure, support, and steady progress.
I would love to help you do the same.
You’re in the right place to get everything you need to play accordion with confidence and joy.
What if you could get instant access to lessons that show you:
How to coordinate both hands without getting overwhelmed
Which fingers to use on the bass buttons so you don’t get lost
How to make your music sound good and play with confidence
How to avoid bad habits before they form
How to practice efficiently and make real progress
You don’t need to waste hours digging through videos or trying random books.
All you need is right here, structured, clear, and designed to help you succeed.
Learn to Play Your Favorite Accordion Music Without the Headaches
No more struggling with slow progress and scattered results
How would it feel to skip the frustration and start playing the right way from the beginning?
Imagine saving hours of time and energy by avoiding the common mistakes most beginners make.
No more wasting time hunting for answers across the internet
Where can you turn when your key is sticking? Or when you’re not sure which fingers to use, what method book to trust, or even what accordion to buy?
Inside this course, every question is answered by Patricia Bartell, a world champion accordionist and dedicated teacher. You’ll have a clear path forward and all the support you need in one place.
What If Everything You Needed Was All in One Place, Fully Organized and Ready to Use?
introducing...
Piano Accordion Mastery
A complete step by step course from world champion Patricia Bartell that helps you play accordion with skill, confidence, and joy!
All course materials are digital only. See FAQs for more details.
Here's What You Get Inside
Piano Accordion Mastery
$70 Value
Preliminary : Introduction to Your Accordion
3 Graded Units | Discover how your accordion works and avoid the most common beginner mistakes
Understand how your accordion works from the inside out. Feel confident knowing your instrument and how to care for it.
Avoid the top mistakes that can damage your instrument. Protect your investment and play with peace of mind.
Build a strong musical foundation before you begin playing. Start with clarity, not confusion.
$280 Value
Level 1 : Foundations for Confident Playing
14 Graded Units | Master the fundamentals with Patricia Bartell’s proven teaching system
Learn the #1 rule of bellows control and how to use it. Produce a beautiful sound every time you play.
Play standard bass patterns with confidence
Get both hands working together. No more clumsy coordination!
Discover Patricia’s private-student method for reading music. Unlock the mystery of written music. No prior knowledge needed.
$560 Value
Level 2 : Articulation, Rhythm, and Style
11 Graded Units | Play with expression, rhythm, and dynamic control like a true musician
Master dynamic bellows control and expressive articulations. Bring your music to life and play with power, emotion, and finesse.
Explore new bass rhythms and how to layer them musically. Sound more professional and less robotic with every note.
Play music from a variety of styles: folk, blues, and more. Expand your musical vocabulary and keep things fun and fresh.
$1,680 Value
Level 3 : Advanced Techniques and Effects
14 Graded Units | Step into the pro zone and add flash, flair, and advanced techniques to your playing.
Learn effortless bellows shakes and special effects
Sound like a professional and impress your listeners instantly.
Master advanced rhythm patterns and time signatures. Break free from “basic” and play music with real complexity.
Use tricks and techniques pros don’t usually teach.
Add magic to your music that captivates any audience.
That’s 42 graded units of step-by-step instruction, all created by a world champion accordionist to help you learn faster and play with confidence. Plus...
$967 Value
Sheet Music Player
Know what your music should sound like!
Access all graded sheet music in fully digitized format. No printing needed. Practice anytime, anywhere.
Loop specific sections for focused practice
Easily repeat tricky phrases until they feel natural.
Get Instant Access to the Core Program
👀 Want a peek at what's inside?
Watch Sample Videos from Each Grade Level...
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And Enjoy These Free Bonuses
Bonus #1 - Music eBook
Total Value: $45
Explore global styles including Sambas, Polkas, Classics & more
Bonus #2 - Technique eBook
Total Value: $35
Master right-hand patterns fast with structured exercises
Bonus #3 - Bass Buttons
Total Value: $35
Learn bass scales with correct fingering and smooth transitions
Bonus #4 - Flash Cards
Total Value: $35
Build notation fluency quickly with printable flashcards
Bonus #5 - Online Community
Total Value: Priceless
Get support, feedback, and connection with fellow students
Bonus #6 - Monthly Hot Seat
Total Value: Priceless
Get feedback on your playing in live sessions with Patricia
Plus... a library of over 970 sheet music scores!
BONUS TOTAL VALUE: $140+ (plus priceless extras!)
Here’s What Unlocks When You Join
All course materials are digital only. See FAQs for more details.
Plus... a library of over 970 sheet music scores!
Pick Your Path to Mastery
MONTHLY
$47/m
ANNUAL
$470/y
LIFETIME
One Payment: $670
All memberships include full course access + all bonuses
If you were to take private lessons with me, it would cost over $5,000 to cover everything you’ll learn in this complete course bundle.
I know not everyone can afford that, which is why I created this video-based system. You’ll get hours of play-along instruction, plus valuable bonuses, all for a fraction of the cost.
Best of all, you can learn at your own pace, revisit lessons anytime, and do it all from the comfort of your home.
And if it’s not everything you hoped for?
You’re covered by my 30-Day, No-Risk Money-Back Guarantee.
No questions asked.
See What Our Students Are Saying
JUST WHAT I HAVE BEEN NEEDING
The way this course is presented really works with my learning style: watch, listen, do. In addition I find it really helpful to record myself so I can get some feedback as to how I sound compared to what I hear on the course. I am excited for the next course. In the meantime I continue to work on the skills presented in level one, especially the bellows and smoother rhythm.
WOW!
In one month I am playing the Accordion! Patricia's method of teaching makes learning easy and fun. The numerous online camera angles and method of teaching music is fantastic, taking the guess work out of how to play or what it is suppose to sound like. I really enjoy the sheet music viewer. I can play the song and have the sheet viewer music be my back-up band. Plus I can slow it down until I learn to play the piece at speed. I look forward to playing/practicing everyday. Having tried to self-teach I had many bad habits. Patricia's teaching of the bellow and bellow markings has helped me to play correctly which will greatly improve my ability to play as my skills progress. Having private lessons with Patricia has really cemented the online teaching and added things I would have missed just with the online course. I can't say enough good words about the combination her and her program. I am so excited to move onto course #2.
HI PATRICIA!
I have very much enjoyed going through the content of this course. I have gone through all the lessons and written notes on all the paperwork so that I can now perfect all the exercises and songs given without having to cart my computer with me. Everything is very clear and easy to follow. I am new to this instrument and have recently bought a Hohner 111 72 bass accordion. Loving it!
GREAT INTRODUCTION
Thank you very much for this helpful information. Even for a person playing the accordion for a while now there's some new stuff here. And in addition, the presentation is very funny and pleasant!
EXCELLENT COURSE
A wonderful, fun way to begin playing the accordion. The instructor's enthusiasm and love of the instrument shines throughout each lesson.
WELL PRESENTED
Excellent introduction to the accordion. Also a good review for a returning student.
GREAT! ON TO LEVEL 2 : )
Really enjoyed the lessons. Great practice for improving my site reading.
GREAT INFORMATION
I already read music and play piano, but there are certainly some important steps to learn with below technique and understanding the bass buttons. Thanks again! Great information and easy to follow instructions.
VERY INFORMATIVE AND MUCH NEEDED
The information shared in this course are something which traditional teachers usually skips to share with the students taking it for granted. Such knowledge definitely gives you a firm base to move on further more confidently.
GREAT FOR QUICK LEARNING
I'm a pianist and had to pick up the accordion fast to play it in a show. This course taught me everything I needed to know!
PIANO ACCORDION MASTERY LEVEL 1
I have thoroughly enjoyed working through Level 1 with my newly acquired 80 bass Weltmeister. It has provided the basic grounding necessary to give me confidence to continue to the next level. However, I have not yet mastered the everlasting smile whilst playing!
JUST FINISHED LEVEL 1
I really enjoyed the course. I am amazed at my progress and excited to move on to course 2. I am motivated to continue my accordion journey.
ACCORDION LEVEL 1
A brilliant course explained everything, easy to learn and go back to repeat. Loved the play along items.
A Quick Recap of What’s Included
All course materials are digital only. See FAQs for more details.
Plus... a library of over 970 sheet music scores!
Take the First Step Today
MONTHLY
$47/m
ANNUAL
$470/y
LIFETIME
One Payment: $670
All memberships include full course access + all bonuses
We’re confident you’ll love the transformation this program brings to your playing. But if it’s not the right fit, no problem. Just send us an email within 30 days and we’ll give you a full refund. No hassles, no hard feelings.
Your journey is 100% risk-free.
Need help or have questions? Our friendly support team is here for you: [email protected]
Here’s How to Begin
Step One
Sign Up & Access
Fill out a quick form to create your account. You’ll get instant access via email to the full course library and our private Accordion Life community — ready when you are!
Step Two
Pick Your Starting Point
If you’re a beginner, start with the Preliminary Course and move step-by-step through Levels 1–3. Already have experience? Skip ahead and dive in where it fits best.
Step Three
Play, Practice & Progress
Begin your musical journey with expert instruction, real progress, and support from a like-minded community. It’s all waiting for you.
Our Students Say It Best
EXCELLENT COURSE!
I learned ssssssssssssoooooooooooooooooooo Much! particular at the last half of the course. However, the best thing was private 1 hr. lessons. Two reasons; 1) With a one-hour lesson, you really have time to get into the heart of learning. You have time to question, try and issues with guidance. 2) That when you get stuck learning a piece, Patricia and her staff can see what your doing and give you "tools" or excerises to help correct your problem and help you learn "how" to learn! I am so happy |
found Accordion Life and having a world of fun learning!
AWESOME LEARNING PROCESS
As I indicated before to you, I feel your teaching methodology is great and the best thing is that one can learn on their schedule. Wish I would have had something like this 60 years ago when I first took accordion lessons at 6 years old. I am taking my time and going through each piece slowly and am in no hurry, but as I progress between each lesson, I feel that I am really learning a lot of things I didn't know before and becoming a better player. I'm going to keep going as far as I can go and really appreciate what you've developed and highly recommend it to anyone who really wants to learn how to play the accordion the right way.
PIANO ACCORDION MASTERY : LEVEL 2
I like the speed at which the material was presented.
GETTING LEFT AND RIGHT TO WORK AS A TEAM!
These series of lessons were a great review for me. In some way's it explained some area's I've jumped over. My biggest difficulty continues to be to get the left and right hand to work together. I really like the modern blues and dark eye's song. I'm excited to see how we can expand upon the songs in future training sessions.
BEST TEACHER EVER :)
Very clear and easy to make steps in accordion future player, thank you.
THANK YOU!
There are no other accordion course out there that doesn't even come close to Accordion Life's courses. I learned more In the short time that I have been using this course. Thank you for doing a great job. You are the best.
EXCELLENT
This course provides excellent foundation for future learning.
LOVING IT!
I am starting from scratch with level one at Accordion Life and absolutely loving it. I am getting the basics and tools I have never been taught before which is making a difference in the songs I already know how to play but never sounded quite right. The lessons are also giving me a new bit of self-confidence that has been lacking. It is fun being on the cutting edge of these online classes.
PIANO ACCORDION MASTERY : LEVEL 2 REVIEW
Great class. I learned a lot from this course.
With Piano Accordion Mastery you too can achieve similar results!
Frequently Asked Questions
What size accordion do I need for these courses?
For the Level 1 and Level 2 courses, you’ll need an accordion with at least 48 bass buttons. For Level 3, a minimum of 72 bass buttons is required.
What if Level 1 is too easy? Can I skip to Level 2 or 3?
Yes! If Level 1 feels too easy, you’re welcome to start with Level 2, jump into the middle of Level 2, or even move straight to Level 3.
What if I can already play some? Will this program work for me?
Yes! Even experienced players often discover valuable lessons they were never taught.
You’re free to jump into any level that suits you best. And if you’re looking for more personalized guidance, we also offer private lessons via Zoom. CLICK HERE to learn more.
How much does a membership cost?
We offer three membership options:
Annual Membership – $470/year
Get two months FREE compared to the monthly plan!
Monthly Membership – $47/month
Billed on the same calendar day each month, starting from your enrollment date.
Lifetime Access – $670 one-time payment
Pay once and get unlimited access forever.
How long does it take to progress through each level in the courses?
The courses are self-paced, allowing you to progress as quickly or as gradually as you like. Every student’s journey is unique. Your pace depends on your consistency, the time you dedicate to practice, and the quality of your practice sessions. All of these factors influence how quickly you move through each level.
Will I receive physical materials or have access through the website?
All materials are accessed through the website. Sheet music, worksheets, and assignments are provided as downloadable PDF files, ready for you to print and keep right away!
Will your program work for Windows computers?
Yes! Our program runs right in your web browser, and you can access the lessons on any device — whether you’re using a Windows PC, Mac, Android, iPad, or iPhone. For the best experience, we recommend using Google Chrome.
I have a Roland FR X1. Can I use it with this program?
Yes! You can use a digital accordion or an acoustic accordion – as long as it has at least 48 bass buttons.
After Level 3, am I ready for private lessons with you?
Yes! You’re welcome to take private lessons with us at any time, no matter which level you’re currently working on in Accordion Life.
CLICK HERE to learn more.
What Our Students Say Matters Most
EXCELLENT INFO
Excellent information, much of which was new to me. Very well done and fun.
GREAT INFORMATION!
Learned some new things I didn't know!
COMPREHENSIVE
A very comprehensive overview of the basic knowledge one should have before embarking on learning this instrument especially on how to put it back in its case. This seems to be overlooked in many instances and could prove to be VERY expensive.
GREAT PRELIMINARY COURSE
This is an excellent course to begin with. I found it to be very enjoyable.
FANTASTIC PRELIMINARY!
Fantastic! A great supplement to the private lessons. Learned new and important things to consider when storing or transporting the accordion.
PRELIMINARY COURSE REVIEW
Course was very informative. Learned things I never knew about accordions.
PRELIMINARY COURSE
Very interesting the inside workings on an accordion.
VERY INFORMATIVE
I found out that I had been storing my accordion wrong!
GOOD INFO
Good info!
EXCELLENT PRESENTATION
Good to get an overview of the accordion inside and out.
EXCELLENT BEGINNING
Essential information is provided before starting to play the instrument.
PIANO ACCORDION MASTERY
Perfect
VERY INTERESTING BACKGROUND ON ACCORDIONS
I had no idea that there was something even called free base accordion. Thank you for sharing.
PRELIMINARY COURSE
Great introductory course. I feel much better equipped to start learning.
VERY INFORMATIVE
Enjoyed it!
PIANO ACCORDION MASTERY
Great detailed information!
NICE
Really nice, succinct introduction to the instrument. I already play diatonic accordion and still found it valuable as I take up the piano accordion. Thanks!
EASY TO UNDERSTAND
I am probably an intermediate player. Videos are very good quality and very easy to understand.
GREAT INFO!
I didn't even know the air button was there! This information was presented simply and concisely. My only criticism is that it could have been all one video so that I didn't have to keep clicking onto the next short clip. This is all information one must know, and I now I feel bad for letting my cat sleep in my case last night!
MARVELLOUS COURSE
Short of taking private lessons this is the best available method of learning the accordion. It is also a great review for experienced accordionists. Patricia is a fabulous instructor.
THANK YOU
Very professional, insightful, and fast! Thank you!
FINISHED THE PRELIMNARY COURSE
Very nice intro. I am excited to continue.
GOOD INTRODUCTION
Very good introduction
GOOD INFORMATION FOR COMPLETE NEWBIES
Good information if you don't know anything about accordions. I learned a thing or two.
WOW!
WOW, This is great.
GREAT!
Very informative
PRELIMIARY ACCORDION COURSE REVIEW
Must know for beginners.
PRELIMINARY COURSE
Brilliant, clear and concise.
USEFUL INTRODUCTION
A useful introduction with an interesting overview of what goes on "under the
bonnet" (as we say in the UK!).
GREAT INTRODUCTION
Even if I knew almost all it was great to review it. Thank you.
VERY HELPFUL
Thanks - like the instruction so far. Looking forward to continuing.
WELL WORTH THE TIME
A great introduction to the instrument, well worth the time!
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