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David's Tip of the Day: Dip Depth

Posted Fri, 04/25/2014 - 08:20 by David Barrett Admin
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The dip is a technique used often by harmonica players, but is a technique that sometimes draws confusion for new players. To define the dip... this is where we start a note bent and then release it quickly to the intended pitch. This is similar to a vocalist swooning into a note for dramatic effect. For example, a 4 draw can be presented by playing 4' D-flat and then quickly releasing up to its natural pitch 4 D. The dip is generally a fast technique, though it can be drawn out in a slow blues for a more dramatic, bluesy effect. continue reading...

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David's Tip of the Day: MRI of the Bending Process - Part 2: Scooped Shape for Deeper Bend

Posted Wed, 12/11/2013 - 09:42 by David Barrett Admin
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