How To Play The Harmonica

Author : Winslow Yerxa
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 391 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2020-07-14
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781119748922

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Blues Harmonica For Dummies by Winslow Yerxa Pdf

Breathe the blues into your harmonica! Blues harmonica is the most popular and influential style of harmonica playing, and it forms the basis for playing harmonica in other styles such as rock and country. Blues Harmonica for Dummies gives you a wealth of content devoted to the blues approach—specific techniques and applications, including bending and making your notes sound richer and fuller with tongue-blocked enhancements; use of amplification to develop a blues sound; blues licks and riffs; constructing a blues harmonica solo; accompanying singers; historical development of blues styles; and important blues players and recordings. The accompanying website features all the musical examples from the book, plus play-along exercises and songs that let you hear the sound you're striving for. In-depth coverage of major blues harmonica techniques Blues song forms, improvisation, and accompanying singers Information on blues history and personalities If you're intrigued by the idea of understanding and mastering the compelling (yet mysterious) art of playing blues on the harmonica, Blues Harmonica For Dummies has you covered. P.S. If you think this book seems familiar, you're probably right. The Dummies team updated the cover and design to give the book a fresh feel, but the content is the same as the previous release of Blues Harmonica For Dummies (9781118252697). The book you see here shouldn't be considered a new or updated product. But if you're in the mood to learn something new, check out some of our other books. We're always writing about new topics!

Author : Ben Parker
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 42 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2013-11
Category : Music
ISBN : 1908707283

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How to Play Harmonica: A Complete Guide for Absolute Beginners by Ben Parker Pdf

New from Amazon #1 best-selling music author Ben Parker ! How To Play Harmonica - A Complete Guide for Absolute Beginners is the perfect introduction to the harmonica, and ideal for the absolute beginner getting started with their first instrument. With absolutely no musical knowledge required, this simple yet comprehensive guide is perfect for beginners of all ages. *Easy to follow instructions and illustrations *Simple exercises to follow and practice *Learn at your own pace *Fun and easy songs and tunes to play *Learn how to read and understand music notes and symbols *Tons of playing tips and techniques *Simply follow the tips and lessons in the book and you'll be playing harmonica in no time! Ben Parker is an established professional musician, songwriter and producer with over 10 years of musical teaching experience. His bestselling series of music tuition books for adults and children include Banjo, Ukulele, Guitar, Harmonica, Piano and Keyboard. He also tutors actors for fi lm and television - his credits include The John Lennon biopic 'Nowhere Boy', Robert Pattinson drama 'Bel Ami' and hit television show 'Skins'. He also fronts his own band Chains, and develops young artists for major record labels.

Author : Dave Gage
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2014-10-08
Category : Harmonica
ISBN : 1502731266

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Harmonica Beginners - Your Easy How to Play Guide Book by Dave Gage Pdf

From Dave Gage and HarmonicaLessons.com! This 100-page book is an excellent introduction as you begin playing the 10-hole diatonic harmonica. You DO NOT need prior harmonica or music experience to start learning today. It includes: Easy beginner songs, easy blues riffs and jamming, basic playing techniques, and lesson plans.Harmonica is not nearly as easy as many people would have you believe, but Dave has done his best to make learning to play as simple and straightforward as possible. You'll begin with basic techniques, songs, the "Almost Blues Scale" and simple blues riffs. If you stick with it, you'll soon graduate to jamming blues, rock, country, bending notes, and sounding like a pro. Easy-to-Read and to understand text plus large example photos. Includes: free website video + audio song/riff examples; FREE Trial Membership at HarmonicaLessons.com.

Author : Steve Baker
Publisher : Omnibus Press
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Music
ISBN : STANFORD:36105008692571

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The Harp Handbook by Steve Baker Pdf

Author : Muzician.com,Peter Gelling
Publisher : LearnToPlayMusic.com
Page : 66 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2023-03-24
Category : Music
ISBN : 9789825328247

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Progressive Beginner Harmonica by Muzician.com,Peter Gelling Pdf

For beginner harmonica players. A great introduction to the fundamentals of harmonica playing. Covers a variety of styles including Folk, Blues, Rock and Classical.

Author : Steven Manus,Ron Manus
Publisher : Alfred Music Publishing
Page : 76 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1996-04
Category : Music
ISBN : 0739009605

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Alfred's Teach Yourself to Play Harmonica by Steven Manus,Ron Manus Pdf

Our best-selling harmonica course! Play chords and single notes on chromatic and diatonic harmonica, and get the avanced techniques and licks that will make you sound like a pro.

Author : Winslow Yerxa
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 408 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2014-10-20
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781118880791

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Harmonica For Dummies by Winslow Yerxa Pdf

Master the harmonica fast with this fun, easy guide Everybody loves the sound of a harmonica, and the thought of learning to play one is even more appealing. The instrument's portability, versatility, and affordability make it a great choice for those interested in learning how to produce the unmistakable, signature sound found in many styles of American music. With Harmonica For Dummies, you can learn to master the harmonica faster than you ever thought possible, even if you have little to no playing experience. This easy-to-use resource is filled with tips, tools, and instructions that will have you playing in no time. In Harmonica For Dummies, you'll find an accessible format designed to help you access new techniques, songs, and styles of playing. Accompanying digital content and interactive tools will help you learn the nuances of playing harmonica and give you the know-how to use this versatile instrument to its fullest potential. Provides you with a high-quality, comprehensive instructional manual Instructs you with detailed instructions and tips to help you learn to play quickly Written in a clear, easy-to-understand format complete with accompanying audio/video content Helps you improve your playing and embrace the many musical styles that have made the harmonica an iconic instrument The harmonica is a very accessible instrument, but only those with the right instruction and direction will be able to experience the joy of using it for accompaniment and solos. Let Harmonica For Dummies guide you through the learning process and make you a harmonica expert in a flash!

Author : BEN HEWLETT
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2016-01-13
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781610652476

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Get Chugging: How to Play Rhythm Harmonica by BEN HEWLETT Pdf

This book/CD set aims to teach you the basics - rhythm and breathing; tunes will come later. This revolutionary approach has helped thousands of new harmonica players; now it's YOUR turn! Chugging is all about sound textures - rich train sounds, gruff blues and spiraling country dance beats. the whole method is aural - just put on the CD and follow the instructions - the book expands the music and puts it on paper for you.

Author : Bobby Joe Holman,Dave Rubin
Publisher : Alfred Music Publishing
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Music
ISBN : 0769285384

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Teach yourself to play blues harmonica by Bobby Joe Holman,Dave Rubin Pdf

This is a great method for any harmonica player to learn blues harmonica basics. An excellent means for expanding performance capabilities and styles, this book and audio set teaches cross harp (second position), note bending, 12-bar shuffle blues with bends, 12-bar slow blues with bends, introduction to third position (Dorian mode), Dorian mode exercises, 12-bar slow blues in third position, holding the harp with a microphone, the different microphones for electric harp, getting a great sound (amps, reverb devices, microphones and harps), and much more.

Author : Eric Plahna
Publisher : Hal Leonard Corporation
Page : 51 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2015-11-01
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781495056802

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Harmonica for Kids - A Beginner's Guide with Step-by-Step Instruction for Diatonic Harmonica by Eric Plahna Pdf

(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.

Author : DAVID BARRETT
Publisher : Mel Bay Publications
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2011-02-09
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781610655057

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Building Harmonica Technique by DAVID BARRETT Pdf

Offering a comprehensive study of harmonica techniques and blues soloing concepts, this book contains studies and etudes on bending notes (draw and blow), throat vibrato, two-hole shakes, tongue blocking, acoustic and amplified playing, music theory, blues scales, octave substitutions, playing positions, and position substitutes. Intended for the intermediate to advanced diatonic harmonica player, this book provides extensive instruction on lead and accompaniment playing styles. the companion CD includes musical example and play-along songs. Each exercise is played and every full length song is fully accompanied by a blues band. Each large example is played once with harmonica and again with accompaniment only. This book can be used with both diatonic and chromatic harmonica, but us more recommended for the diatonic player.

Author : Hal Leonard Corp.
Publisher : Hal Leonard Corporation
Page : 141 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2016-01-01
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781495060304

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First 50 Songs You Should Play on Harmonica by Hal Leonard Corp. Pdf

(Harmonica). 50 top pop songs every harmonica player should know, including: All My Loving * Blowin' in the Wind * Bye Bye Love * Happy Birthday to You * Isn't She Lovely * Leaving on a Jet Plane * Let It Be * Moon River * My Girl * Puff the Magic Dragon * Ring of Fire * Stand by Me * Sweet Caroline * Take Me Home, Country Roads * This Land Is Your Land * What a Wonderful World * When the Saints Go Marching In * With a Little Help from My Friends * Your Cheatin' Heart * and many more.

Author : Morton Manus,Ron Manus
Publisher : Alfred Music
Page : 66 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2009-05-29
Category : Music
ISBN : 9781457435065

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Alfred's Teach Yourself to Play Ukulele, C-Tuning Edition by Morton Manus,Ron Manus Pdf

Learn to play the ukulele and open up a brand new world of musical knowledge with this exciting method from Alfred. Beginners of all ages can start their journey to a lifetime of musical enjoyment. Beginning with the fundamentals, you will learn about the history of the ukulele, its components, how to hold and tune it, and getting acquainted with standard musical notation. You will then move right along to playing different notes, chords, scales, and songs, lesson by lesson, all while continuing to increase your ever-growing knowledge of reading and understanding standard musical notation and playing a variety of well-known songs. You will learn different strumming techniques to help you play in a variety of musical styles. The book also contains a section teaching you how to play by ear. Upon completion of the book, you will be able to play your favorite songs on the ukulele in any key and know how to read music. The book features the following resources for reference during and after your lessons: * Transposition chart * Dictionary of tablature techniques * Ukulele fingerboard chart * Complete ukulele chord dictionary This book teaches entirely in C tuning. The D tuning edition of Alfred’s Teach Yourself to Play Ukulele (item 14135) is available from your favorite music retailer and at Alfred.com. Be your own teacher, and let Alfred be your resource every step of the way.

Author : Tom Wolf
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 63 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2017-12-27
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1973580543

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Harmonica Primer Book for Beginners with Video and Audio Access by Tom Wolf Pdf

The Harmonica Primer Book for Beginners with Video Access by Tom Wolf is designed for the beginning harmonica player. This course starts by teaching proper hand positions, mouth positions, blowing, and drawing. You'll quickly learn more advanced concepts like scales, chords, double stops, vibrato, trills, cross harp, and bends. After covering techniques, you will learn how to play over 30 songs like Amazing Grace, Oh When the Saints..., and Will the Circle Be Unbroken. All songs are demonstrated at two different speeds (slow for practicing and performance tempo).This course also includes online access to video lessons and audio tracks for each exercise and song.

Author : Jon Gindick
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Music
ISBN : PSU:000058718353

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Rock N' Blues Harmonica by Jon Gindick Pdf

From raw beginners to struggling intermediates, this highly informative love song to jamming and the blues helps the reader learn the basics of music theory and the I-IV-V chord progression from Adam and Eve in "The Night Music Was Discovered".