Whether youâ??re a beginner or an intermediate player this book provides you with all you need to know about Blues Harp playing from the fundamental basics to such topics as tone shaping phrasing articulation and Harp equipment. Clearly arranged songs and transparent playalongs help to create an understanding and a feel for the musical form of the blues. Even if you donâ??t know anything about notation you will learn all the basic playing techniques. Cool licks and scales help you to expand your playing technique and can be practised immediately with the playalongs of the included CD. Carefully selected songs demonstrate the traditional playing styles of the blues. Additionalpersonal tips explanations and exercises for the single tunes ensure a fast learning progress.

This book and companion audio provide essential lessons for the diatonic harmonica. The harmonica is simple to play and easy to transport. People have enjoyed playing this instrument since the early nineteenth century for thesereasons among others. If you are challenged by other musical instruments the harmonica is for you. This book can be extremely helpful even for non-beginners. The music and instruction presented require little or no previousmusical experience.What do you need?A 10-hole diatonic harmonica in the key of C. To be able to breathe that is exhale and inhale. To be able to pucker your lips. It's DirtSimple!While playing the instrument will train your ear to hear what is being played helping you develop listening skills.The harmonica is the only instrument that is played by breathing both in and out through theinstrument. It is a simple fun breathing machine and may even improve the health of your lungs.Some of the best harmonica music is Americana music which is sometimes referred to as American folk music. This is the styleof music presented throughout the book which highlights this original form of American music. Enjoy these wonderful tunes and become part of this great American tradition. Playing these tunes and timeless melodies is a way to owna piece of American folk lore. Tablature is used to simplify learning. Includes access to online audio.