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Bending Study 5

This is your final level of study for draw bending on the harmonica. Our focus here is to develop your ability to hit all bends (including half steps) from all directions. "Half Steppin'" is a swing tune in the key of F, and contains very high-level licks and phrases. Expect each chorus to take at least a month to dial in. Good luck and have fun!

This study is for advanced skill level players. You'll need a B-flat Harmonica for this study.

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Bending Study Level 5: Bending Exercises

Introduction

Bending Exercises

Bending Study Level 5: Study Song "Half Steppin'"

Chorus 1

Chorus 2

Chorus 3

Chorus 4

Chorus 5

Bending Study Level 5: How to Play with a Band

Starting and ending the song

Bending Study Level 5: Applying what You Learn (Improvising)

Applying 1

Applying 2

Bending Study Level 5: Closing Thoughts

Final Words

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