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!

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.

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.

Blues Harmonica Level 1 within the School of the Blues Lesson Series is an exciting beginning Blues Harmonica course. The ideas presented are solid in the blues tradition with great sounding bluesy licks toplay even at the beginning level!Phrasing Concepts (how small pieces of music called licks are organized to create a pleasing solo) 12 Bar Blues Theory Vibrato Shakes and Tongue Blocking are covered. The recordingincludes all Harmonica parts notated in the book with accompaniment music. This book and its recording use a 'C' and 'A' major diatonic Harmonica. Access to audio download available online.

Designed to provide Harmonica players with answers to common questions Harmonica Essentials by David Barrett and Fritz Hasenpusch is the combination of six books from a series that achievesthis in a concise user-friendly fashion.This anthology of information focuses on the main concept of musical knowledge required by all Harmonica players. Covered subjects include reading notation how to build chromaticand diatonic scales triad chord qualities position theory 12-bar blues progression 'Essential scales' including lessons on scales and modes such as major minor mixolydian dorian and blues and so much more.This bookis truly the epitome of information for any Harmonica players needs.

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.

The Gig SaversTM series has been designed to give studying harmonica players answers to common questions in a brief affordable yet informative fashion. Essential Quick Charts gives you all of the important reference chartsneeded by all players of the instrument. Full diatonic harmonica key charts bending charts over-bend charts position charts major and minor scale charts and Lee Oskar special tuning charts are covered.

C Harmonica Bk-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 is designed topresent 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 modes and scalesthat 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 and tremolo-tuned modelsand 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 searching for the key that hasall of the right notes' The Complete 10-hole Diatonic Harmonica Series is the definitive music reference guide that resolves those dilemmas and more. The C Harmonica Book is packed with information about chords arpeggios modes positions scales bends overbends and basic music theory unique to the 10-hole C major diatonic harp. Learn how to effectively play blues scales in seven different keys. It's simple. If you have a C harmonica you should own theC Harmonica Book.

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.

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.

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!

Le virus du voyage précaires et du dilettantisme ont conduit J.J. Milteau adolescent à jeter son dévolu sur l'harmonica dont la modestie teintée de sensualité permet de conserver la cheville mince et le coeur gros.

Sollicité à son plus grand étonnement par le gotha de la chanson française (Yves Montand, J.J. Goldman, Gabril Yared, Maxime Le Forestier, Barbara,...) il passe ses jeunes années à saupoudrer quelques centaines d'enregistrements de notes bleues mais chaudes.
Malgé ou à cause de son atypisme il est victime de deux Victoire de la musique, d'un Django d'or, d'un grand prix du jazz de la SACEM. Depuis, l'harmonica a emmené J.J. Milteau dns plus de soixante pyas et l'a même conduit à animer l'émission Bon temps rouler sur TSF et Jazz Radio.
Initié à la musique par le Blues, il intègre à la sienne des influences colorées, souvenirs de voyages réels ou imaginés, des pubs d'Irlande aux 'fais-dodo de Louisiane, de la savane Zoulou au cinéma de quartier, de Juarez à Saint-Ouen, des clubs de Blues à l'Olympia !
Il joue et parle avec humour et enthousiasme de l'instruement le plus quotidien, le plus intime, le plus populaire... l'harmonica. / Méthodes

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.