Par DUNCAN PHIL. 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 these reasons, 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 previous musical 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 Dirt Simple!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 the instrument. 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 style of 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 own a piece of American folk lore. Tablature is used to simplify learning. Includes access to online audio./ Tablatures / Harmonica Diatonique

An Illustrated Guide for Melodies and Improvisations. Par . While traditional Richter-tuned, 10-hole diatonic harmonicas have a remarkable three-octave range, one can only play a complete major scale spanning one octave in a single key from holes 4 through 6. By contrast, the country-tuned diatonic harmonica with its 5th-hole draw reed voiced a halftone higher (F to F# in a C harmonica), is not only capable of playing 2 complete major scales but can also play one of them from the second hole in two full octaves.Harmonica enthusiasts who are already familiar with the cross-harp concept of playing a C harmonica in the key of G to achieve the Mixolydian mode, with a blues sound, will be delighted to learn of a further valve alteration that gives players access to 4 chromatic tones from the 5th hole ?facilitating play in the relative minor key.Seasoned Mel Bay harmonica author, Phil Duncan, presents this unique book of technique and six melodies for the country-tuned 10-hole diatonic harmonica. All music is presented with lyrics, standard notation and tablature with suggested guitar chords and studio-quality online audio. / Date parution : 2023-07-31/ Recueil / Harmonica

Mein schönstes Hobby. Par LETSCH PERRY. The harmonica is a small fantastic instrument which can be learnt to play without any previous knowledge. Unlike with the keyboard or guitar, however, with the harmonica one cannot see \'how to do it\'. This is why the best tips and tricks have been compiled in this book, guaranteeing a smooth start. All playing techniques are explained in a clear and comprehensible way. Graphic illustrations and easy exercises make it easy to learn to play the harmonica. In addition, the book not only contains a large selection of great musical pieces, but also describes in a comprehensive and accurate way how to generate all semitones of the \'harp\', thus providing even advanced players with new material. \'Mundharmonika spielen ? mein schönstes Hobby\' is a modern harmonica method for young people and adults which never makes them lose the fun and joy of learning. No matter whether with or without teacher, this method provides the beginner with a solid foundation for playing the harmonica. The clear layout with info boxes and tests makes it easy for the players to find their way around and learn to play this instrument. In addition, all pieces are available as audio recordings via download, so that it is possible to listen to them repeatedly, thus having a perfect acoustic learning aid. As regards the instrument, it is advisable to use a Richter-tuned diatonic harmonica in C with 10 holes (harp). / Date parution : 2021-12-09/ Méthode / Harmonica

Par DUNCAN PHIL. This 51/2' x 8' QWIKGUIDE book/CD set is a quick, informative manual about chromatic harmonica. It takes you through the fundamentals of the instrument using standard notation and harmonica tablature (arrows and numbers), making the chromatic accessible to everyone. This book does not require any previous knowledge of music. You learn by playing music that you can recognize. This book will use the 12 or 16 hole chromatic harmonica in the key of C. Twenty-six tunes are presented with lyrics and suggested accompaniment chords. Also available in Japanese from ATN, Inc. / Niveau : Débutant / All Styles - Methods / Méthode / Harmonica Chromatique

Par DUNCAN PHIL. Une collection pour diatonique, crossharp et de l'harmonica chromatique. Les chansons de gospel présentées ici sont écrits comme la chanson a été présentée au cours des années. Principaux changements ont été apportés pour tenir compte de l'harmonica. La première section est standard harmonica, clé de c. La deuxième section est en position (deuxième) de la Croix-harpe. La troisième section utilise un harmonica modifié ou retuned tels que Melody Maker de Lee Oskar en G, ou le pays d'écoute Hohner Harmonica dans c. écrit en notation standard et de tablature pour harmonicas diatoniques et chromatiques avec des paroles et des symboles de la corde. Comprend 91 tunes tels que The Old accidenté Cross - l'amour de Dieu - In the Garden - il a tout le monde dans ses mains - Oh, lorsque the Saints Go Marching In - ce Train est Bound For Glory - son oeil est sur le Bruant - et bien plus encore. / Niveau : Intermédiaire / Gospel-Old Time - Solos / Recueil / Harmonica

Par DUNCAN PHIL. A collection of Christmas and Hanukkah songs arranged for chromatic, diatonic, and cross harp. A unique, must have book for the harmonica enthusiast. The CD is a stereo recording of Chromatic and diatonic harmonica solos that includes over 53 minutes of tunes from the book arranged singly and in medleys. The CD does not include every song in the book. An excellent listening album. 37 songs are in the book. 24 songs are on the CD. / Niveau : Tous Niveaux / Christmas - Solos / Recueil / Harmonica

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 to which 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 be achieved 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 C Harmonica, 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 the Guide.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 and accurate, ensuring you'll never be stuck for a certain note again. / Harmonica

The Hal Leonard Melodica Method is designed for anyone interested in learning the basics of playing the melodica. This easy-to-use beginner's guide serves as an introduction to everything needed to begin playing with proper technique. It's filled with helpful diagrams and photographs and uses folk tunes that students can learn as they work their way through the book. Topics covered include: mouthpiece techniques, breathing, chords, rhythms, improvising, vibrato, trills, and glissando technique. Includes 90 audio tracks with demonstrations of every song in the book! / Piano / Hal Leonard

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