The complete method that everyone understands! David Harp starts with the basics and soon has you playing classic blues songs and rock riffs.

This is the third edition for this ever-popular harmonica method. Complete with CD it is an invaluable resource giving complete playing instructions as well as extensive information on the history styles and techniques ofharmonica playing.

Written for diatonic and chromatic Harmonica this is one of the hottest-selling blues harp books available. As usual Phil Duncan's instructions are thorough and easy to understand. One of the best books in thispopular Harmonica style.The blues technique of playing 'cross-harp' is clearly presented. Chords and melody bending tones and vibrato are but a few skills that are taught. No previous musical knowledge is necessary.Includes access to online audio and video.In the companion video the blues technique of playing 'cross-harp' is clearly presented. Chords and melody bending tonesand vibrato are but a few skills that aredemonstrated. The online video follows the book helping to ensure accuracy proper interpretation and ease of learning.No previous musical knowledge is necessary. Includes access to online audio in stereo play-alongformat.

Progressive Harmonica Method is an interesting and informative method covering all aspects of Harmonica playing including Folk songs Blues Boogie-Woogie Rock â??nâ?? Roll Country Train Songs Jigs Bluegrass Religious and Classical selections.All songs are written in a simplified easy to use notation system. Contains appendices on reading standard musical notation and how to play along with records tapes and othermusicians.

Authentic Styles & Techniques of the Great Harp Players-Learn authentic blues harmonica styles and techniques from master bluesman Steve Guyger in this special instructional DVD. Steve shares many valuable playing secrets concepts and insights into the rich and timeless traditions of blues harp.Joined by celebrated Chicago blues guitarist Billy Flynn the DVD also features plenty of inspiring and soulful performances. As an added bonus guitar backing tracks are included so you can jam along!Topics covered include: harmonica history; harmonica basics; harmonica techniques; sound and tone; playing chords; blues progressions; using positions and keys; playing in a band; and more. 1 hr. 14 min.

Il Corso per Principianti è stato progettato per insegnarvi tutte le nozioni di base per suonare la vostra armonica. Le immagini vi accompagneranno passo dopo passo e fin dal primo giorno di studio suonerete assieme a una base musicale! In un solo libro potrete avere: Un corso illustrato che utilizza immagini chiare al posto di lunghe spiegazioni. Consigli pratici e suggerimenti su tutto quello che c?è da sapere sull?impostazione l?esecuzione e la manutenzione. Tracce Audio per capire come eseguire i brani e in più? Basi complete di accompagnamento! Semplicemente tutto ciò di cui avete bisogno! Unapproccio da ?manuale di istruzioni? per la vostra armonica che renderà l?apprendimento più facile che mai!

An Introduction to the Basics and the Blues-The fastest way to teach yourself the Harmonica! Expert Harmonica pro David Hart begins with your first breathing patterns and notes moving through simple melodies and rhythms as you find your way around the instrument. Once you've mastered the basics its time to tackle those quintessential Blues techniques that will really bring your playing to life including:Chords and arpeggiosBugle callsDouble stopsVibratoTrain soundsShakesCross-harp style12-bar BluesThe pack also includes printable PDF reference materials and a guide to the different types of Harmonica available to choose from.

Learn at your own pace and open the door to the world of harmonica music! Play Today! is the ultimate self-teaching method and this DVD is designed to offer quality instruction terrific songs and on-screen harmonica tablature so you can play all the music examples.Simply follow along with the music on the screen as you watch and listen to the teacher. This complete guide to the basics covers: songs chords and melodies; cross harp bending and fun tricks; playing tips and techniques; harmonica tablature.For use with a standard 10-hole diatonic harmonica in the key of C major.On the teacher:Lil' Rev is an award-winningmulti-instrumentalist songwriter and music-historian who teaches and tours around the continental U.S.Known as a 'protector of old songs poetry and stories ' Rev has been called a 'Wisconsin treasure ' (-Ann Schmid-UWM Folk Center). His many awards and frequent travels have garnered him a loyal and growing fan base amongst lovers of all things Ukulele Folk Old Time Harmonica Jewish Music & Culture American Labor History and Respect for our Elders!Lil Rev calls his style of performance... edu-tain-ment!It is a combination of songs history stories poems quotes and jokes all wrapped up in a cloak of exuberance and gratitude for those moments when we can all come together and rise up singing...and celebrate life!

Adult Harmonica Method is an exciting Harmonica course that teaches reading and playing for the person looking to study at home or with a community Harmonica band. Whether you stay with the Harmonica ormove on to another instrument the music studies in this book will prepare you for a fruitful lifetime of music making. The recording contains all the music examples with Piano accompaniment for the popular melodies and a fullsize blues band for the Rhythm and Blues songs. The most exciting part of this book is the Harmonica band arrangements. Imagine an orchestra of Harmonicas playing four and five part harmonies. This book is a natural foradult night school programs community Orchestras retirement community bands and many more.

The Blues Harp is a fascinating musical instrument. Although originally intended for the playing of mostly simple melodies and traditional folk songs its extraordinary sound can be found in almost every musical context today such as pop music folk songs children songs gospel jazz blues rock'n'roll or country music. Its distinctive sound is at home everywhere. 'Blues Harp Basics' offers a first small step into this world and wants to give you the opportunity of learning the first basic playing techniques in a brief and easy-to-understand form. Most of the songs and examples from the book are included on the accompanying CD and therefore vital whenlearning how to play the Harp.

Basix Harmonica Method is a comprehensive guide to learning the Diatonic and/or Chromatic Harmonica as written by Ron Manus and Steven Manus. This guide includes information on fingering and music notation with a special note-reading system which will have you playing instantly! You will cover many genres including Blues Rock Pop Country and Folk licks in the style of your favourite performers.The accompanying CD includes accompaniments for the songs and exercises presented in this book. The enhanced CD allows you to use it in your PC on which you can see the music adjust the tempo of the songs and record yourself playing with a band.

Lessons Licks and Backing Tracks. This book is perfect for intermediate to advanced players who want to employ a more versatile approach to slow blues playing. Four different keys and crosses, plus liberal use of all three registers of the instrument, will prove just how versatile a 10-hole C diatonic harp can be. Each of the 16 solos, written and recorded by renowned blues-harpist Steve Cohen, is chock full of great licks and techniques for you to learn and incorporate into your playing: scale licks, octave licks, overblow licks, incremental bend licks, high-note blow bend licks, warble licks. The variety of slow blues changes and feels include: 12-bar and 8-bar progressions, stop-time, country blues, jazzy blues, minor blues, major blues, shuffles, straight time and more. This book contains detailed harmonica transcriptions written in standard notation and harmonica tab; a summary list of the key, position, and song format; and a brief lesson about the chord progression and highlighted playing techniques. Each solo has two audio tracks: a demo with Steve Cohen and a full professional band, and a play-along backing track.