Learn to Play Blues Harmonica

Basic Blues Harmonica Method is geared toward getting you playing blues Harmonica as fast as possible. The songs and exercises have been designed to get you comfortable with moving around the instrument andallow you to take full advantage of the great sounding patterns available on your Harmonica without first having to learn advanced techniques such as bending.The basic techniques covered are single hole embouchure tongueblock embouchure and octaves. You'll be able to achieve that bluesy feel without bending notes by learning how to play in 3rd position. You'll also learn single note patterns and rhythms that will help you develop your motorskills and tone.This book is packed with song examples that sound great even at this beginning stage. The online audio download that accompanies the book contains eight jam tracks for you to play along with. These jamtracks use Harmonica-friendly keys and a wide variety of tempos and grooves to fit whatever mood you're in. The instruction portion of this book/audio set teaches phrasing within the 12 bar structure.

Authentic Styles & Techniques-Learn authentic blues harmonica styles and techniques from master bluesman Steve Guyger in this special instructional book/DVD pack. 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 companion DVD also features plenty of inspiring and soulful performances. As an added bonus guitar backing tracks are included so you can jam along! Includes: history of the harmonica harmonica basics harmonica notation tutorial tips on sound and tone chords and chord progressions intermediate and advancedtechniques positions and keys pentatonic scales and more.

Learn to Play-10 Easy Lessons: Learn To Play Blues Harmonica is for students who wish to play blues Harmonica either in a group or for fun. The emphasis is on making music immediately.The exercises in this book soundgreat and teach the necessary notes and techniques including note bending train whistle and rhythm sounds vibrato and improvisation.

Learn the bluesy sounds and style of the Harmonica with this fantastic and original tutor by Stuart ‘Son’ Maxwell. Created with young players in mind this enjoyable introduction to harmonica enables you to get started and getplaying straight away. Listen to the professionally recorded live band demonstrations on the CD practice the pieces from the music book and then play-along with the backing tracks! A clear presentation fun pieces andintuitive learning all combine to make a complete learning tool. As you gradually become familiar with different harp techniques you’ll progress from playing single note and chords to performing proper blues pieces bends andall! Dozens of pictures and diagrams help make learning fun and progress fast. So if you are a young blues musician Starting Blues Harmonica is the method for you!

Improvising Blues Harmonica, by authors David Barrett and John Garcia, is a groundbreaking method explaining the mysterious world of improvising. This book and recording cover: chorus forms; what licks, riffs, melodies and phrases are made of; scale and chord theory; concepts for soloing (focus notes); phrase shaping; accompaniment playing; hooks, heads and bridges; elements that add unity to an instrumental; instrumental song analysis; learning solos note for note and retaining licks. Concepts in this material have been proven over a decade of private lessons and workshops held around the world. If you are looking to go the next step in your soloing skills, this material will take you there. For intermediate and advanced blues Harmonica players. Recording uses 'C' and 'A' major diatonic Harmonicas. Examples presented in the book are played by the authors. Full-length study songs are also included. 80 pages in length with access to online audio.

These pocket-sized swatch-packs are great for quick reference at home or on the go.Each Notecracker contains 70 handy reference cards printed on both sides for quick access to chord diagrams generalmusic theory jokes quotes or snippets of musical trivia.Notecracker Blues Harmonica teaches you the techniques you need to begin to play the C Harmonica and how to use these techniques to play the blues.Presented on easy-to-read cards with clear diagrams and a simple tablature method you’ll quickly learn to play classic blues tunes in the style of Sonny Boy Williamson I Sonny Terry Little Walter and other blues harpgreats.

This enjoyable introduction to harmonica lets you listen to the CD practise the pieces in the book and then play along with the backing tracks. Starting Blues Harmonica has been created with beginners in mind. All thetunes have fantastic CD backing tracks recorded by a live band. As you gradually become familiar with different harp techniques you???ll progress from playing single notes and chords to performing proper blues pieces bends and all! The book includes photographs and diagrams to make learning fast and fun. Included in this pack is a quality diatonic harmonica in ???C??? so you can start playing straight away. So ifyou???re an aspiring blues musician Starting Blues Harmonica is the number one method for you!

This is the companion video to the Basic Blues Harmonica Method (book/cd set sold separately as item 99103BCD). As many techniques are much better demonstrated in video format you will find this video to be a great learning tool.With large charts diagrams and many playing examples nothing is left to the imagination.

The blanket term 'rock' is used to describe a musical genre that covers over six decades of musical diversity. The question for this book is, What does rock mean to harmonica players' This book is for harmonica players who have a basic grasp of the instrument and are looking to study the rock style in greater detail. You'll learn greater control of bends; speed licks; high-end licks; how to play bluesy notes and textures; how to play and construct hooks; how to deal with and play over the common chord progressions used in rock; and, music theory relative to playing rock harmonica. Concepts are presented through original tunes as well as staples of rock harmonica repertoire such as Magic Dick's Whammer Jammer!. 68 pages, audio included. Contents: Introduction - What is Rock Harmonica' Harmonicas Needed Chapter 1 - A Word about Notation and Embouchure Chapter 2 - Bending What Notes Can Be Bent Bending Exercises Chapter 3 - Scales for Improvising Major Pentatonic Scale Blues Scale Context and Homework Chapter 4 - Speed and High-End Licks Mastering the High End of the Harmonica Speed Playing (Breath and Movement Patterns and Backtracking) Words of Caution and Homework Chapter 5 - Power Licks Chapter 6 - Decoding Music for Improvisation Scale Theory Chord Theory Chord Qualities 7th and 9th Chords Arpeggios and Chord Scales The Making of a Chord Scale Chord Charts Chapter 7 - Common Chord Progressions Chapter 8 - Hooks, Heads and Sequences Head Hooks and Sequences Sequence Worksheet Sequence Licks Room to Move Head Chapter 9 - Whammer Jammer Study Song Chorus by Chorus Study Whammer Jammer Full Transcription Chapter 10 - Butter Strut Study Song Form Analysis Butter Strut Full Transcription Chapter 11 - How to be a Great Rock Harmonica Player by Jason Ricci Chapter 12 - Recommended Artists Chapter 13 - Notation Key

This Alfred Tuition book will tell you everything you need to know to start playing the Harmonica now! For beginners of all ages this clearly presented and informative book for both diatonic and chromatic harmonicas is a complete method that teaches you how to play through an easy-to-understand step-by-step system. In fact using a special note-reading system you will be able to read and play instantly! This method also features a history and maintenance guide for the instrument Complete note chart and chording single note-playing and more advanced techniques. The Enhanced CSD which accompanies the book contains great audio accompaniments you can play on your stereoand doubles as an interactive and fun multimedia learning tool for your computer to compliment and add to an already awesome Harmonica method. Upon completion of this book you will be able to play the Harmonica in all styles from Blues rock pop country and folk styles; perform with a band know how to read music and understand the basics of improvising. Now there is no reason not to learn!

B Flat-Finally there is a definitive reference guide available for Harmonicas in each and every key. This ground breaking series unlocks the musical power of the 10-hole major diatonic Harmonica.One key at a time each isdesigned to present detailed musical information for beginners intermediate and advanced players who are either music readers or non-reading players. Learn the notes intervals bends overbends dyads chords arpeggios modesand scales that are specific to each harmonica key. There is also a special section in each book showing other types of diatonic harmonicas and the variations unique to them like—extreme bending low-tuned octave andtremolo-tuned models and more.Have you ever wondered which Harmonica is the best one to use when you're ready to play a tune? Have you ever sat with a lap full of Harmonicas desperately trying one after another searchingfor the key that has all of the right notes? The Complete 10-Hole Diatonic Harmonica series is the definitive music reference guide that resolves those dilemmas and more.The B Harmonica Book is packed withinformation about chords arpeggios modes positions scales bends overbends and basic music theory unique to the 10-hole B major diatonic Harp. Learn how to effectively play blues scales in seven different keys. It's simple.If you have a B Harmonica you should own the B Harmonica Book.

Finally there is a definitive reference guide available for Harmonicas in each and every key. This ground breaking series unlocks the musical power of the 10-hole major diatonic Harmonica.One key at a time each isdesigned to present detailed musical information for beginners intermediate and advanced players who are either music readers or non-reading players. Learn the notes intervals bends overbends dyads chords arpeggios modesand scales that are specific to each harmonica key. There is also a special section in each book showing other types of diatonic harmonicas and the variations unique to them like???extreme bending low-tuned octave andtremolo-tuned models and more.Have you ever wondered which Harmonica is the best one to use when you're ready to play a tune' Have you ever sat with a lap full of Harmonicas desperately trying one after another searchingfor the key that has all of the right notes' The Complete 10-Hole Diatonic Harmonica series is the definitive music reference guide that resolves those dilemmas and more.The F-Sharp Harmonica Book is packedwith information about chords arpeggios modes positions scales bends overbends and basic music theory unique to the 10-hole F-Sharp major diatonic Harp. Learn how to effectively play blues scales in seven different keys.It's simple. If you have an F-Sharp Harmonica you should own the F-Sharp Harmonica Book.