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1915–2003 United States

John Serry (born John Serrapica, 29 January 1915 - 14 September 2003) was an Italian-American concert accordionist, arranger, composer, organist and music educator. He advanced the use of the accordion in both classical music orchestras and jazz ensembles during the early 20th century, while also contributing to the cultural diplomacy broadcasts by Voice of America (VOA) over the Columbia Broadcasting System network (CBS) during World War II.

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The basic principles of all jazz styles are the same. Good musical taste, technical skill, and a firm grasp of the principles of chord construction and chord progression make up the sum total.

John Serry Sr The Syncopated Accordionist (1952)

Seventy-five percent of everything done throughout your life is the result of habit. Think of it! The way you walk, the way you eat, the clothes you wear, the places you go and...last, but not least, the way you play your accordion.

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