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holding cup cupping the harmonica harp

David's Tip of the Day: Beginner Tips #10 - Cupping the "Cup"

Posted Thu, 01/12/2012 - 09:19 by David Barrett Admin
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In the lesson Blues Harmonica Fundamentals I show you three ways to commonly hold the harmonica: "The Pinch" (standard), "End Cap" and "Two Thumbs Up." Whichever way you choose, the goal is to hold the harmonica the same as when you play for yourself, into a vocal mic, or when holding a bullet mic. continue reading...

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