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Can i use a harmonica with a key of C for the levels of achievement program?

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Thu, 06/30/2022 - 08:56
Filip Augustus
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Hello instructor Barrett! I just joined today! i Just got my classic marine band in a key of C, as that is what everyone told me to get as my first harmonica. When i opened it, i saw the free trial code for this site, and decided to check it out, but when i started on your first lesson, you said i had to have one in the key of A. My understanding was that key is the note, or pitch. I just wondered if i have to have one in the key of A, or if i can use mine in the key of C. Thank you!

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Thu, 06/30/2022 - 09:05
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David Barrett
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Welcome to the site Filip.

Welcome to the site Filip. 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 (this C Harmonica study will keep you busy for 2-3 months, so there's no hurry). Best wishes on your studies.

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