Langley, who was born in Minneapolis and grew up in Golden Valley, started playing the accordion when he was 6. By the time he was 11, he was playing professionally. Soon he was winning local, state ...

The accordion is gaining worldwide popularity. Germany has declared it the instrument of the year for 2026. This versatile music maker is used across various genres, from tango to heavy metal.

Camaraderie and a shared love of the sometimes misunderstood instrument are what bond members of the Chicago Accordion Club. And they wouldn’t have it any other way. “Members of the Chicago Accordion ...