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bending and tb

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Wed, 03/09/2011 - 13:44
Menno
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Hi David, I did'nt go through all the topics, but my question is how can you bend a note and tongblock at the same time? I pucker and can bend all notes up to 6/7 well but don't understand how to bend while tongblocking.

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menno

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Wed, 03/09/2011 - 14:06
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Hello Menno. I have some videos on the subject. Visit the "FAQ" link above and watch the second two videos under "Tongue Blocking."

Tongue Blocking
When should I pucker and when should I tongue block?
Can you bend with your tongue on the harmonica?
Why is it a good idea to learn how to tongue block bend if I can already pucker bend?

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