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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 A-Flat Harmonica Book is packedwith information about chords arpeggios modes positions scales bends overbends and basic music theory unique to the 10-hole A-Flat major diatonic Harp. Learn how to effectively play blues scales in seven different keys. It'ssimple. If you have an A-Flat Harmonica you should own the A-Flat 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.

With Online Audio-At last a complete method on how to play the tremolo and octave Harmonicas. Another Phil Duncan step by step method designed to help you learn to play these special double reed Harmonicas. Irish folk gospel bluegrass andcountry are a few of the musical styles covered. Single tone and tongue block methods are used. Thirty-seven progressive examples and tunes will have you playing with understanding and correct technique. A perfect way to expandyour Harmonica sounds. The audio recording available online is split track. Each example and tune is played throughout the book. The octave and tremolo Harmonicas are used.

This Harmonica Playing Guide contains a wealth of essential information for playing the Harmonica packed into a convenient and practical folding chart format. With note names for blowing and drawing at each hole a short note on bending and selected scales and modes for the Diatonic Harmonica. The main section of the Harmonica Playing Guide features a large table showing which notes correspond towhich hole for Harmonicas in all keys as well as a guide to which notes will play when you blow and draw on a Harmonica tuned to C. A diagram of the same nature is shown that can be used to figure out the notes that can beachieved by bending an important technique that is used in all styles of music with great effect. The rest of the Harmonica Playing Guide shows the standard positions for CHarmonica including the Ionian Mixolydian Dorian and Aeolian modes as well as three pentatonic scales and two blues scales. All of these sections are essential references for playing the Harmonica in any style or genre.Keeping this either on your wall or with you at all times will mean if you're ever stuck and you need some quick and convenient guidance just take a look at theGuide. The Harmonica Playing Guide gives you all the stripped back and fundamental information in a clear and concise manner. It's easy to read from andaccurate ensuring you'll never be stuck for a certain note again.

Blues Harmonica Level 2 within the School of the Blues Lesson Series is an exciting intermediate Blues Harmonica course in the tongue block style. The ideas presented are solid in the Blues tradition withgreat sounding exercises and songs to play! Bending and advanced Tongue BlockingThe ideas presented are solid in the Blues tradition with great sounding exercises and songs to play! Bending and advanced TongueBlocking is covered along with three full-length song studies.The recording includes all Harmonica parts notated in the book with accompaniment music. This book and its recording use the'C' and 'A' major diatonicHarmonica. Includes access to online audio.

Media Type : Book/CD Set Level : Beginning Musical Genre : Children Series : Harmonica Masterclass Lesson Number of pages : 48 Youth Harmonica Method is an exciting harmonica course that teaches reading and playing music for the person looking to study at home or with a school harmonica band. Whether the student stays with the harmonica or moves on to another instrument, the music studies in this book will prepare them for a fruitful lifetime of music making. The recording contains all the music examples with piano accompaniment for the popular melodies and a full size 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 for school music startup programs and any community based groups that want to introduce music into young peopleâ??s lives.

With Online Audio-Learn the most common scales and modes used on the major diatonic Harmonica. The intention behind these extensive exercises is to develop agility and speed on the instrument. Single-note patterns are introduced without bends.After mastering these exercises the lesson then progresses to patterns with bends. If you want to optimise your performance on the Harmonica this is a must-have addition to your library! Written in standard notation withHarmonica tablature.

A reference chart for the 10-hole major diatonic harmonica and chromatic harmonica. Includes for the diatonic harmonica: 1) A chart of notes for all major keys and relative positions; 2) Note layout for standard draw and blowbending; 3) Note layout for over-bending; 4) Lee Oskar Altered Tunings; and 5) The most common scales. For chromatic harmonica the chart shows 1) Note layout for 10 12 and 16 hole chromatic harmonicas; and 2) Complete major andminor scales along with common modes.

A wonderful easy-to-understand beginning harmonica book for both folk and blues harmonica stylings. Several different styles are analyzed and representive tunes are given in each style. With the various sections the songs areroughly graded as to difficulty. An extra section examines some specialized techniques and introduces some harmonicas other than the standard ten-hole-twenty-reed diatonic harp (in the key of C) for which most of the songs inthis book are written. All together 41 harmonica arrangements are included. Lessons on the companion video are taught by Phil Duncan.

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. 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!

Par DUNCAN PHIL. A wonderful collection of favorite folk and classic themes are artistically arranged for chromatic harmonica solo in this book/CD package. All songs on the CD are split-track for play-along. Selected songs are recorded. Each songs is labeled with what harmonica was used. Some tunes are with piano and some are full orchestrations. Either the 12 or 16 hole chromatic harmonica may be used. CD contains only 28 of the 57 songs that are in the book. / Niveau : Intermédiaire / All Styles - Solos / Recueil / Harmonica Chromatique

Par BARRETT DAVID. Minor Blues Harmonica includes introductory material for new players on holding the harmonica, achieving a single note, and common techniques that sound great on the instrument. Not-so-new players will enjoy learning new songs at their current skill levels. Intermediate players will benefit from learning to play in 3rd Position to broaden their options while performing. Players at a more advanced level will learn to play in minor keysâ'a challenge for harmonica players, but less difficult in 3rd Position. In this book we'll explore the killer sounds that 3rd Position has to offer, focusing on the following areas: 1) New players will learn to play single notes and movingaround the harmonica with good tone. 2) Learning to improvise in 3rd Position in an intuitive way, even for beginners. 3) Learning 'study” songs to play by yourself and at blues jams. These songs also provide valuable licks to help develop your own improvisational vocabulary. 4) An overview of music theory to help you understand what's technically going on. (This is at the end of the book, so it's not required in order to play the examples.) 5) A chapter for the more advanced players to learn how to play the lower octave of the harmonica in 3rd Position (requires good bending skills). You'll need a C Major Diatonic Harmonica for this book and recording. Recordings of all the examples are played by author David Barrett. Includes access to online audio. / Niveau : Facile / Pédagogie / Etude / Harmonica Diatonique

With Online Audio-Offering a comprehensive study of harmonica techniques and blues soloing concepts this book contains studies and etudes on bending notes (draw and blow) throat vibrato two-hole shakes tongue blocking acoustic and amplifiedplaying music theory blues scales octave substitutions playing positions and position substitutes. Intended for the intermediate to advanced diatonic harmonica player this book provides extensive instruction on lead andaccompaniment playing styles. The companion audio includes musical example and play-along songs. Each exercise is played and every full length song is fully accompanied by a blues band. Each large example is played once withharmonica and again with accompaniment only. This book can be used with both diatonic and chromatic harmonica but is recommended primarily for the diatonic player. Includes access to online audio.