Looking for an accordion teacher who truly moves you forward? A concert accordionist with two completed concert-major degrees, over 30 years of teaching experience, and students worldwide – live via Zoom, fully tailored to your level and your repertoire.
Why this accordion teacher is different
Most accordion teachers follow a fixed method book, regardless of whether you want to play folk music, tango, pop, or classical. This teaching goes the opposite way: your chosen repertoire determines the technique exercises. You learn bellows technique, treble and bass layouts, chord theory, and improvisation exactly where your music needs them.
| Your goal | How lessons work |
|---|---|
| Absolute beginner | Posture, bellows, first grips, a first song within weeks |
| Returning player | Builds on earlier knowledge, without frustration |
| Advanced | Free bass, improvisation, interpretation, concert repertoire |
| Folk / Oberkrainer | Rhythm, ornamentation, and style in the style of Slavko Avsenik |
| Classical & tango | Articulation, tone colour, fidelity to the work |
E-E-A-T: Why you can trust this teacher
Training (concert major)
Mirco Lieber, MMag., studied concert accordion at the Academy of Music Ljubljana and concert harpsichord at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna (MDW) – two complete concert-major Master's degrees. At MDW he also studied organ. He is one of the few online teachers worldwide who teach both accordion and harpsichord at concert level.
Experience
Over 30 years of teaching experience, from children to seniors. About half of his adult students start between 40 and 65+ – many with the accordion as a returning-player instrument.
Credentials
- MMag. – two Master's degrees in concert performance (Ljubljana + Vienna)
- Concert accordion – Academy of Music Ljubljana
- Concert harpsichord – MDW Vienna (plus organ studies)
- Slovenian music tradition – trained in the style of Slavko Avsenik
Who benefits from online accordion lessons?
- Adults over 50: The accordion is the ideal returning-player instrument – see our guide Accordion at 50 Plus.
- Beginners: No music knowledge needed. You learn bellows technique and first grips from scratch.
- Advanced players: Free-bass system, improvisation, lead sheets, and demanding repertoire.
- Keyboard players: Chord theory and left-hand voicing transfer directly from piano or keyboard.
How a lesson works
Live via Zoom, 1-on-1. You set up camera and instrument so your hand position is visible. The teacher corrects bellows control, fingers, and posture in real time – exactly what no app and no YouTube video can do. Between lessons you receive structured exercises that build on each other.
"At 58 I bought my first accordion. After ten weeks I accompanied an Oberkrainer piece at a village festival. Learning bellows technique over Zoom worked better than I ever expected – the teacher sees every movement."
How much do online accordion lessons cost?
1-on-1 coaching programmes start at €150. Before that there is a free 15-minute discovery call – no obligation, no pressure, no sales pitch. You simply show your instrument and your goals, and you find out how the lessons fit you.
Free Discovery Call
15 minutes, live on Zoom, with Mirco – no card, no pressure. Just bring your accordion and show what you want to play.
Book Your Discovery Call →Frequently asked questions
Can I learn accordion online?
Yes. Mirco Lieber has taught accordion students worldwide via Zoom for over 30 years. Bellows technique, treble and bass layouts, chord theory, and repertoire are conveyed in live 1-on-1 lessons just as well as in person – often more efficiently, with no travel time.
What qualifies Mirco Lieber as an accordion teacher?
Mirco Lieber, MMag., studied concert accordion at the Academy of Music Ljubljana (concert major, graduated with distinction), plus concert harpsichord at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna (MDW). He has played professionally for over 30 years and taught for just as long.
Who is online accordion lessons suitable for?
For absolute beginners and advanced players who want to deepen bellows technique, repertoire, or improvisation. The lessons are especially popular with adults over 50 who are taking up the accordion anew or returning to it.
How do online accordion lessons work?
Live via Zoom, 1-on-1. You need an accordion, a table or stand for the camera, and 20–30 minutes of daily practice. Lessons are tailored to your instrument (piano or button accordion), your level, and the repertoire you want to play.
How much do online accordion lessons cost?
1-on-1 coaching programmes start at €150. A free 15-minute discovery call shows you without obligation whether the lessons fit you.