Jamey Bearb uses the same accordion he played at 7 years old. He inherited it from his dad.

Jamey Bearb grew up with strict accordion rules. His dad, Cajun musician Ricky Bearb, demanded the accordion, handmade by pioneer builder Marc Savoy, sit a precise position in its storage box. Even the shoulder strap had its designated place.

Seven-year-old Jamey could practice only in the room where the instrument was stored.

Forty years later, he owns the accordion. His father has a big smile…

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