Benny McCarthy - Master Irish Accordion Player

Since beginning his professional career in music Benny has featured on over 30 album releases. He has shared the stage and recorded with many internationally renowned artists over the years including Liam Clancy, Tom Paxton, John Sheahan, Donovan, Donal Lunny, Seán Ó Sé and others. He continues to tour with Irish super group Danú.


Sit back and enjoy Benny’s relaxed teaching style as he takes you right from complete beginner up to a competent playing level.

Benny’s classes are so easy going you’ll hardly know you’re learning, but trust us you will be; from best technique, handy tricks and session tips, all the way to session sets and some of Ireland’s most popular traditional tunes.







About This Accordion Course

Correct Technique from the Start

Throughout this course Benny draws on his vast experience to share his wisdom with you, teaching you everything you need to know, from basic technique and ornamentation, to the very best accordion tunes. 

Get Session Ready

You’ll explore getting session ready and what that means, learning to combine the tunes we learn into session sets. This will do wonders for your stamina and really help to bring your playing up to speed in no time at all. 

Amazing Bonus Material

We’ve included tonnes of extra bonus material to help you on your way, including recommended listening, an exploration of some of Benny's favourite accordion albums, and we meet many of the greatest accordion players in the Irish music tradition. 

"It’s the perfect introduction to the world of Irish button accordion playing." - Paraic McNeela



This course is closed for enrollment.