Basic Blues Harmonica Method Level 1 (BARRETT DAVID)

Par BARRETT DAVID. 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. View the Harmonica Masterclass Series outline / Niveau : Débutant / Blues - Methods / Méthode / Harmonica Diatonique

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

Par DUNCAN PHIL. This 5 1/2' by 8 ' QWIKGUIDE teaches all the basics of blues harmonica Written for the 10-hole diatonic harmonica in C in notation and tablature (arrows and hole numbers) with chord symbols, this beginners text offers instruction on vibrato, bending tones, crossharp style, blues progressions, and tunes. Most of the tunes include lyrics, which in some cases emphasize the technique or skill being taught in an exercise. In addition to the original blues and boogie exercises used to teach specific skills, eight traditional songs are included: Old Joe Clark, When the Saints - Amazing Grace - Worried Man Blues - This Train - Midnight Special - Standing in the Need of Prayer - and Lonesome Road Blues. All of the exercises and tunes are performed on the attached CD. Also available in Japanese from ATN, Inc. / Niveau : Débutant / Blues - Methods / Recueil / Harmonica Diatonique

Learning the Harmonica is easy and fun, especially with this complete method! Containing the lesson book, CD and a Harmonica - this package has everything you need to begin playing this versatile instrument. This method is a great introduction to the harmonica, focussing on the three most popular styles: blues, folk and country. Learn your favourite style and then play like Sonny Boy Williamson, John Mayall or Bob Dylan. Stuart 'Son' Maxwell teaches you the basic chords and notes plus special effects such as note-bending and vibrato, which are all used in the popular styles. The accompanying CD lets you hear how the songs should be played and features over 30 tracks that combine simple harmonica solos and full length backing tracks. / Harmonica

A complete new series of instruction book and CD packs for the beginning guitarist, bass guitarist or harmonica player. Master the basics of playing your chosen instrument plus a complete guide to playing in the styles of country, folk, blues and rock. A good introduction to the Fast Forward Series. A complete method for learning folk, country, blues and rock styles for beginning 'harp' players. Takes you from picking your first harmonica, through the basics of playing to advanced techniques. / Harmonica