SKU: MB.30952M
ISBN 9781513474434. 8.75X11.75 inches.
Among the various instruments for which the Beautiful American Airs and Ballads series was conceived, the diatonic harmonica is a standout. With or without the ôbendsö played by the author on the companion online recording, the 19 plaintive, single-note melodies in this book are guaranteed to engage the player and move the listener.áThe music herein is written in standard notation and blow/draw harmonica tablature for the diatonic harmonica in C. Suggested accompaniment chords are also provided. Using the tablature alone, this music can be played on any diatonic harmonica in a different harmonica key; for example, using a G or A diatonic harmonica, the instrument itself will make the mechanical transposition. The chords, however, would have to be transposed by the accompanist.Phil Duncan has written more than 40 harmonica books for Mel Bay Publications. He believes that participation is key to the enjoyment of music, and that the harmonica and tunes in this collection are the perfect vehicles for that participation.ôTunes like these may have been overlooked or forgotten in this stressful worldùbut playing them will help you regain and renew the sense of calm essential to our identity as Americansà Pick out a fewà pick up your harmonica and enjoy.öùPhil Duncan.
SKU: MB.93737M
ISBN 9780786691593. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
This book/audio/video set is a complete guide to playing the 10-hole diatonic harmonica. Its purpose is to help the beginning student avoid the trial and error method of playing the harmonica through step-by-step technical instruction and an extensive, graded repertoire. Rather than overwhelming the student with the all at once approach, fundamentals of note reading are gradually introduced throughout the books 100-plus pages. 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. Includes access to online audio and video. Online video is 30 minutes.
SKU: HL.369558
ISBN 9781705143759. UPC: 840126992120. 9.0x12.0 inches.
Learn the fundamentals of harmonica with Konstantin Reinfeld, one of the world's most sought-after harmonica virtuosos and pioneer of academic study of the instrument. Do-It-Yourself Harmonica offers step-by-step instructions on what you need to know to get started and sounding like a pro in no time. Includes audio demonstration tracks, plus detailed video instruction by Konstantin Reinfeld himself. Topics covered include: • Harmonica fundamentals • Reading music and tablature • Rhythmic playing and chugging • Single-note playing • Tongue techniques • Position playing • Using scales • Blues playing • Bending and overbending • Vibrato, tremolo and cupping.
SKU: MB.20083M
ISBN 9781513462912. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
Learn to read music, play popular songs and be part of an ensemble. For home study, senior wellness classes and better breathers groups. Specially designed lessons and information for those with COPD and related pulmonary diseases. Includes access to an online audio recording of all examples.
SKU: MB.93305M
ISBN 9780786689736. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
A great beginners book for learning diatonic harmonica performance. Contains 42 songs, all easy and fun to play. Diatonic, Blues, and Chromatic harmonica stylings are all contained in this book. Also includes a section teaching the rudiments of music. The book teaches tone variance, bend, vibrato, and tremolo techniques. Includes access to online audio and video. Video is 67:23 minutes in length.
SKU: HL.232
ISBN 9780931759109. UPC: 073999028355. 9x12 inches. Glenn Weiser.
A complete guide to playing fiddle tunes on the harmonica! Covers: tips on hand positions; playing instructions and techniques; rhythmic patterns for the reel, jig, hornpipe and waltz; and more. Features over 100 songs, along with a CD that demonstrates several of the tunes. Ability to read music is not necessary.
SKU: HL.14043236
ISBN 9781783053483. UPC: 888680024604. 3.5x1.25 inches. English.
These pocket-sized swatch-packs are great for quick reference at home or on the go. Each Notecracker contains 70 handy reference cards, printed on both sides for quick access to chord diagrams, general music theory, jokes, quotes or snippets of musical trivia. Notecracker Blues Harmonica teaches you the techniques you need to begin to play the C Harmonica and how to use these techniques to play the blues. Presented on easy-to-read cards with clear diagrams and a simple tablature method, you'll quickly learn to play classic blues tunes in the style of Sonny Boy Williamson I, Sonny Terry, Little Walter and other blues harp greats.
