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Manufacturer of Accordions and Reed Instruments Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Handzuginstrumentenmacher/in

The Handzuginstrumentenmacher/in (Manufacturer of Accordions and Reed Instruments) is a 3-year recognized vocational training program in industry and skilled crafts. Apprentices learn to manufacture, maintain, and repair hand-pulled instruments such as accordions and harmonicas.

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What you do

  • Manufacture and process individual parts for hand-pulled instruments
  • Assemble and put together instruments
  • Tune and voice instruments (adjust their sound)
  • Perform repairs and restorations on existing instruments
  • Select and process materials such as wood, metal, leather, and plastic
  • Read and implement technical drawings and construction plans
  • Conduct quality control and check functionality

Requirements

  • Manual dexterity and excellent fine motor skills
  • Good ear for music and musicality
  • Technical understanding and precision
  • Patience, meticulousness, and attention to detail
  • Interest in music, instrument making, and mechanics
  • Spatial reasoning abilities
  • Typically a good secondary school certificate (Hauptschulabschluss or Realschulabschluss)

Career prospects

  1. 1Specialization in specific instrument types (e.g., only accordions or harmonicas)
  2. 2Further training to become a Master Craftsman (Handzuginstrumentenmachermeister/in) for operational management or self-employment
  3. 3Self-employment with your own workshop or manufacturing business
  4. 4Positions in development, construction, or quality assurance at instrument manufacturers
  5. 5Work in museums or specialized restoration workshops

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Manufacturer of Accordions and Reed Instruments Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 700 to 1,100 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Manufacturer of Accordions and Reed Instruments Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Manufacturer of Accordions and Reed Instruments Ausbildung?

Manual dexterity and excellent fine motor skills; Good ear for music and musicality; Technical understanding and precision; Patience, meticulousness, and attention to detail.

Where can I find open Manufacturer of Accordions and Reed Instruments Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Manufacturer of Accordions and Reed Instruments

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.