C Harmonica vs A Harmonica
Hello. My name is Paul. I was presented Marine Band C Harmonica and I'm totally new at playing this. In "Lessons by level" section I started from Prep study Blues Harmonica Fundamentals. There is a phrase that in order to accomplish the study I need A Harmonica. It confused me. Does it mean that I'm not able to learn this Prep study with my C version? (Same question I'd like to direct to any other studies or lessons mentioned A Harmonica)Actually, I'm not an English speaker. Your video lessons are good, but it could be just wonderful when has an opportunity to switch on subtitles. It is just a small feedback ;) Thanks a lot!
Thanks a lot, David.
Hello David,
May you please write me what is the difference between learning A and C harmonica. Most of online schools teach with C harmonica. I have started with cheap C harmonica and after month of learning, I decided to buy Hohner Marine Band 1896. With it I've received 1 month free access to your lessons. I found these lessons exelent and have plans to go on with you. In case to buy A harmonica which Hohner to buy: Marine band 1896, Delux or Crossover?
Thank you for the answers.
Darius
Hello Darius, welcome to the site. I'm glad you're enjoying your studies.
The A harmonica is by far the most common harmonica used in blues. If you were to go to a jam session or sit in at a buddy’s gig, the harmonica you would throw in your pocket would no doubt be the A harmonica.
The harmonica that you first learn will be the key of harmonica you’ll be most comfortable playing for a while, so it’s beneficial to have your “go-to harp” be the common A harmonica.
It’s especially helpful to use the A harmonica when learning the important technique of bending. If students first learn how to bend on a high-keyed harmonica, such as the C harmonica, they often struggle when trying to play the more common lower-keyed harmonicas like G, A and Bb.
The Delux and the Crossover are winners... go for one of those.
Thanks a lot David!
Just saw your last video in C harmonica intro lesson and received all the answers. Now will finish w/"Walk with me" and then will go for a new MB Crossover A harmonica ☺
Okay, great.
Welcome to the site proud. There is an intro lesson for those with only the C Harmonica, and it's found here http://www.bluesharmonica.com/lessons/c_harmonica_intro_lesson. After this lesson, if you decide to continue, you'll need to pick up an A Harmonica. Also, thank you for the suggestion of subtitles. Best wishes on your studies.