Complete 10-Hole Diatonic Harmonica Series: G

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: MB.30949M

ISBN 9781513470207. 8.75x11.75 inches.

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.

SKU: M7.VOGG-461

ISBN 9783802404610. English.

The harmonica is one of the most fascinating instruments for children to play. Starting with the elemental experience of its own breathing your child will easily connect to the musical sounds it is producing. Little Voggy will be your child's companion on his adventurous wanderings through the fascinating world of music. From proper playing position and playing technique to reading music, playing single notes and whole songs - everything your child needs to know is explained thoroughly and easy to understand. Due to the educational preparation of the syllabus and many songs and exercises composed especially for this book, Voggy's Harmonica Book will always be fun and easy to work with. Fast progress will have your child staying motivated throughout this book. There's an additional appendix featuring tips on practicing, caring for the harp and a complete overview of everything learned. For the diatonic harp (Bluesharp, Richter-harp) in C.