# Accordion tuner and repairer > Paul Pichot, accordion repairer and tuner in Uzerche, France: the training, background and philosophy of a workshop dedicated to accordionists. - URL : https://paulpichot-accordeons.fr/en/a-propos - JSON : https://paulpichot-accordeons.fr/en/a-propos.json - Langue : en - Dernière modification : 2026-08-30T22:20:51+02:00 --- # Accordion tuner and repairer Craftsman accordion tuner and repairer, based in Uzerche in Corrèze. - [Home](https://paulpichot-accordeons.fr/en) - Accordion tuner and repairer ## My journey After a path that led me through journalism and software development, I rediscovered my passion for the accordion, the instrument I had learned to play as a child. Gripped by an obsession with how it works, I spent hours dismantling, measuring, questioning the choice of materials, repairing and reassembling old high-end Italian-made accordions that I dreamed of playing. It was through this solitary trial and error, on my own instruments, that I began my apprenticeship. I then wanted to learn the right techniques and best practices, to discover methods and processes. I travelled to Castelfidardo, in Italy, to train at the Victoria company, in the birthplace of accordion manufacturing worldwide. I went to meet experienced instrument makers, specialists in each stage of manufacturing, and I was able to deepen my knowledge of tuning, repair and restoration techniques, and to ask all the questions that had remained unanswered during my self-taught years. ## The accordion repair workshop in Uzerche In 2024, after building up what I felt was enough knowledge and experience, I decided to open my own accordion tuning and repair workshop in order to offer my services. I settled in the old town of Uzerche, within the Hôtel du Sénéchal, a 17th-century building occupied by the La Calade association, of which I am a member. I share this place with 13 other members (craft luthiers, artists, an archaeologist). Alongside our professional activities, we do our best to bring the place to life with activities, gatherings, concerts, events and residencies. ## How I repair and tune an accordion I like to approach each accordion with curiosity and without any preconceived ideas. Before doing any work, I take the time to examine the instrument and to talk with you: how you play it, which repertoire, what bothers you, what you expect. This first conversation makes it possible to better understand your needs, to advise you on a repair approach or a tuning, always seeking durability and respecting the way the instrument was made, all for a reasonable cost. I work alone in the workshop, and I carry out each stage of a service with care. I favour traditional materials and methods in order to respect the original manufacturing. When a choice will affect the instrument in the long term, I present it to you before going ahead. That said, I am not entirely on my own. I enjoy being in regular contact with many instrument makers and repairers, both in France and internationally. We are constantly discussing our practices, questioning our processes, improving our tools, and we are able to help and advise one another when an instrument gives us a hard time. Shared experience! ## Does your accordion need a service? Describe your need in a few steps and I'll get back to you quickly. [Start](https://paulpichot-accordeons.fr/en/devis) Your request has been sent. I will get back to you as soon as possible. ## How can I help you? I'd like a service, a repair or a tuning of my instrumentI'd like an opinion, an inspection or an appraisal of my instrumentI'd like to buy or sell an instrumentI'd like to take lessonsI have another question Cancel ## What is your instrument? Chromatic accordionDiatonic accordionConcertinaBandoneonOther free reed instrumentHarmonium, melodica...I'm not sureYou'll help me identify it BackContinue ## Brand and model Optional, but it really helps me. Brand I'm not sure Model I'm not sure BackSkipContinue ## What kind of work would you like me to carry out? You can select several. Tuning & voicingTune, retune, adjust the soundRepairFix a specific problemService & maintenanceCheck-up, cleaning, preventive maintenanceRestorationBring an old instrument back to lifeAppraisal & valuationFind out the value of your instrumentModification & amplificationTransform the sound, adapt, add pickups BackContinue ## What would you like for the tuning? You can select several. Review the tuningMake sure everything is well in tuneChange the pitchA=440, A=442...Change the vibratoThe beat of the 2nd flute voice BackContinue ## Current vibrato An estimate is enough. DryDry, no vibratoGesto piùBarely noticeableHalf-swingVery lightSwingModerateAmericanWideCelesteBetween American and musetteMusettePronouncedI'm not sureYou'll advise me BackSkipContinue ## Desired vibrato DryDry, no vibratoGesto piùBarely noticeableHalf-swingVery lightSwingModerateAmericanWideCelesteBetween American and musetteMusettePronouncedI'm not sureYou'll advise me BackSkipContinue ## A sound reference? An artist, a piece, a link. Optional. BackSkipContinue ## Describe the tuning you'd like Target pitch, temperament, particular features of the instrument. BackSkipContinue ## Last tuning Less than a year1 to 3 yearsMore than 3 yearsI'm not sure BackSkipContinue ## Describe what you'd like BackContinue ## Condition of the instrument Describe what you notice. No technical vocabulary required. BackContinue ## Buying or selling? BuyingFind the right instrumentSellingTrade-in or listing for saleBoth, or to be determined BackContinue ## Your project Type of instrument, budget, level, what you're looking for or selling. BackContinue ## Your request BackContinue ## Photos of the instrument Helpful for preparing the diagnosis. Optional. Take a photowith the camera Choose a filegallery / computer JPG, PNG (5 MB max per photo) BackSkipContinue ## How can I reach you? First name * Last name * Email * Phone (optional) BackContinue ## Before sending Back Send my request ## Contact me If you'd like to book an appointment for a repair, tuning, instrument trial or have any question, I'm at your service. Reach out by phone or email, I'd be glad to share my work with you. Phone +33 (0) 6 99 28 98 22 [Call](tel:+33699289822) Email contact@paulpichot-accordeons.fr [Send an email](mailto:contact@paulpichot-accordeons.fr) Workshop 14 rue de la Justice, 19140 Uzerche By appointment only [Directions](https://maps.app.goo.gl/E3Jr5JzveRSKwBfLA) Opening hours Monday 09:00–12:30, 14:00–18:30 | Tuesday 09:00–12:30, 14:00–18:30 | Wednesday 09:00–12:30, 14:00–18:30 | Thursday 09:00–12:30, 14:00–18:30 | Friday 09:00–12:30, 14:00–18:30 | Saturday 09:00–12:30 | Sunday Closed |