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

Blues Harmonica Jam Tracks and Soloing by David Barrett covers a variety of subjects including heads hooks bridges unison playing harmony playing instrumental song construction and comping. The jam trackspresent songs just as they would be performed live or on a recording. Guest artists on the jam tracks include Gary Smith R.J. Mischo Gary Primich Andy Just Tom Ball Joe Filisko Mitch Kashmar and Mark Hummel. Along with thejam tracks the recording also contains samples of all notated examples.

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.

Par GEHANNE PHILIPPE. Une méthode pour apprendre toutes les techniques du Blues à l'harmonica : la respiration, les techniques de jeu, l'articulation, les effets, sans oublier les aspects techniques, l'amplification, l'entretien' Un beau livre richement illustré de documents inédits, de photos d'instruments issus de collections privées qui présente toute l'histoire de l'instrument, les musiciens qui ont fondé le style, la nouvelle génération et qui, avant-tout, vous donnera un répertoire allant du folk au blues le plus roots. Indispensable pour le débutant comme pour le connaisseur ! 92 exemples sonores reprenant les exercices, les morceaux, avec les playbacks pour vous entraîner et jouer avec un accompagnement. Discographie, historique, les conseils pour jouer amplifié, toutes les explications sur le jeu en positions, les altérations, les différents modes et gammes, les effets de jeu (trémolo, vibrato, wah-wah, articulation, jeu en accords'). Du débutant à l'amateur éclairé qui désire se perfectionner en blues et tout savoir sur le style. / Date parution : 2024-01-26/ Méthode / Harmonica

Everything you want to know about Harmonica playing contained within one book.The Progressive Complete Learn To Play Harmonica Manual takes you from beginner to professional level in a variety of styleswhile teaching music theory and improvisation in an interesting and practical way.This book features all of the essential Harmonica techniques applied to both solo and accompaniment playing. Uses easy-read notationspecially designed for Harmonica.

A Beginner's Guide with Step-by-Step Instruction for Diatonic Harmonica-Harmonica For Kids is a fun easy course that teaches children to play Harmonica faster than ever before. Popular songs will keep kids motivated while the simple easy-to-read page layouts ensure their attention remains focused on one concept at a time. The method can be used in combination with a Harmonica teacher or parent. The price of the book includes access to audio play-along and demonstration tracks online for download or streaming.Lessons include topics such as hand position basic chord playing learning melodies and much more. Over 30 songs are featured in the book including: All My Loving Happy Birthday to You Jingle Bells Over the River and Through the Woods Scarborough Fair Take Me Out to the Ball Game This Land Is Your Land You Are My Sunshine and more.

With Online Audio-The Exploring series of books within the Harmonica Masterclass Lesson Series walks you through each of the most commonly played positions on the ten-hole diatonic Harmonica. This volume for 1st Position focuses on the basicprinciples of what makes 1st Position work scales that help maneuverability and speed within 1st Position and interactive jamming with David Barrett and the David Barrett Blues Band. The book contains the most extensive catalogof 1st Position blues licks and phrases ever written. The carefully sequenced lessons will walk you through both modern licks and classic licks and solos in the style of great masters of 1st Position playing like Sonny BoyWilliamson II and Jimmy Reed. This book and audio is a must for the dedicated blues Harmonica player! Difficulty level is intermediate to advanced. Written in notation and Harmonica tablature. Audio download available online.

First Lessons Blues Harmonica is an exciting course for the beginning blues player. The ideas presented are solidly in the blues tradition with great sounding bluesy licks to play, even at the beginning level. Topics include phrasing concepts (how small pieces of music, called licks, are organised to create a pleasing solo), 12 bar blues theory, vibrato, shakes, and tongue blocking. The recording includes all of the Harmonica parts notated in the book with accompaniment. This book and its recording use a C major diatonic Harmonica. Ideas presented solidly in the blues tradition. Phrasing concepts, 12 bar blues theory, shakes, tongue blocking. Uses C major diatonic Harmonica. Companion audio and video download available online.

Instant Harmonica-Learn to play the 10-hole diatonic harmonica in all styles: Blues Country Traditional and Rock. This book and CD package is loaded with tunes written in simple-to-read harmonica tablature and music notation so ability to read music is not necessary. Each chapter is self-contained allowing you to skip to what interests you most. Learn 'bend' notes how to play in many major and minor keys developing a beautiful vibrato and getting the right sound for each style.

Une collection de 30 bobines celtiques traditionnels populaires pour l'harmonica diatonique. Chaque morceau est joué sur le téléchargement audio. Chaque morceau a été adapté transcrit à être joué sur un harmonica c unique afin de simplifier le processus d'apprentissage et de faciliter la lecture. Onglet notation avec explication sur les ornementations est incluse. / Harmonica Diatonique / 44 pages / niveau : Débutant/Intermédiaire / Partition Online Audio - Format: 11 X 8,5

Concepts #1 Bk With Online Audio-In Blues Harmonica Jam Tracks And Soloing Concepts #1 David Barrett teaches the principles and techniques utilized in the creation of phrases and explains how these concepts can be incorporated intoyour own Harmonica performance. Written in notation and Harmonica tablature this method starts by explaining the basics of the blues style before moving on to cover such topics as 12 bar blues and flow of licks. Aselection of study exercises are included allowing you to try out the techniques you've just been shown. This book includes access to online audio tracks allowing you to jam with Guitar and Drums or a Full Band as youpractice incorporating new licks and ideas.

The Deluxe Harmonica Method will teach you everything you need to know to play the 10-hole diatonic Harmonica. This complete guide is aimed at the beginning student and features step by step technicalinstruction and an extensive graded repertoire. Rather than overwhelming the student with the 'all at once' approach Phil Duncan gradually introduces the fundamentals of note reading throughout the book's 100-pluspages. This method progresses from very simple melodies and exercises to concepts as complex as inserting Harmonica chords within a melody. Guitar chords are provided for most of the well-known tunes in the book. Onlineaudio tracks are included as well as a 30-minute online video. 

With Online Audio-This 51/2' x 8' 'Qwikguide' book/audio 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 recognise. This book will use the 12 or 16 hole chromatic Harmonica in the keyof C. Twenty-six tunes are presented with lyrics and suggested accompaniment chords. Audio download available online.