Make sure your accordian straps fit properly.
Straps are an important part of the accordion player's instrument because they enable her to hold it properly. The accordion is held against the front of the torso and the straps go around the player's back to secure it in position. There are two straps for an accordion, each different in length, and they are often padded for comfort. You will need a measuring tape to ascertain the size of the straps you will need for your accordion.
Instructions
1. Take rough measurements of your size. Hold the beginning of the measuring tape against the left side of your chest.
2. Loop the measuring tape over your left shoulder, pull it underneath your left arm and bring it to your navel. Take the measurement at this point. Do not pull the measuring tape tightly or else the strap will be too short.
3. Place the measuring tape against the left side of your chest again, and then loop it over your right shoulder. Again, bring the tape around to your navel and take the measurement.
4. Note down both measurements. These are your approximate strap sizes. However, straps (unless they are custom made), are only made to certain lengths. Select the size that most closely matches these measurements. Straps have buckles so you can always make them shorter, if they are too long.
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