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Free Sample Lessons
After watching the BluesHarmonica.com overview video, try one of the lessons below to experience a lesson at BluesHarmonica.com.
- Tongue Blocking Study 2 – This study is for the newer player or the player new to tongue blocking
- Bending Study 5 – This is for the advanced player looking to improve their bending skills
Hello burwash. You're not alone... William Clarke, Paul Butterfield, Sonny Terry and many other notables have played this way.
Generally speaking, no worries, you'll be fine... just reverse all of the directions in regards to tongue blocking (tongue goes to the right for standard tongue blocking techniques... like slaps and flutters for holes 2-10 and to tongue goes to left for hole 1, if you decide to tongue block hole 1).
One challenge is cupping. When holding the harmonica with your left hand, the cup created is focused on the commonly-used low end of the harmonica. In your case this will be reversed, compromising your Wa Wa effects and amplified tone. I suggest you study and use the "Two Thumbs Up" approach I teach in the "Cupping & Hand Effects" lesson.
Best wishes on your studies.