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Accordion builders wanted

Accordion builders are increasingly rare in Louisiana and East Texas, where zydeco music remains culturally important. Craftspeople like Edward Poullard are in high demand as the skilled trade faces a shortage of new builders to meet the needs of musicians and enthusiasts.

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