The World Accordion to Phil

Scots accordionist Phil Cunningham embarks on a global adventure to discover how the humble squeezebox has conquered the world. He uncovers the instrument's exotic roots in China, visits an Italian town devoted to making the instrument and is delighted to encounter an orchestra made up almost entirely of accordions. Great music performances prove why 'The Stomach Steinway' has been embraced the world over.

Scots accordionist Phil Cunningham journeys through Europe to perform with the finest Celtic musicians, from Irish star Sharon Shannon to charismatic Galician pipe player Carlos Núñez. On the way, he discovers how their once-threatened music is now thriving - and that the accordion has squeezed its way into the centre of their communities. In Cornwall, he joins hundreds of accordionists in the Obby Oss procession as the town of Padstow celebrates their ancient Mayday festival.