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I dont tongue block

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Tue, 11/28/2017 - 19:37
Leo.blomerus@gm...
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I started lesson with my phone this morning.. what is the benefit in tongue blocking and is it really that important to learn?  it seems hard. I only been lip blocking and i tried putting my tongue in there but the bending with the tongue attached to the harp didnt feel good..

Also i have been playing years with cheap harps that leak and havent learned overblowing. Do you think blues harp By hohner in g easier or golden melody on A gettinh an overblow? Thanl youfor your answer greetinhs from Finland 

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Wed, 11/29/2017 - 06:38
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It's worth it.

Hi! Welcome to this amazing website! I hope you'll find it as wonderful as I have! Tongue blocking is the default technique here and most professionals use it. It will allow you to use a variety of techniques such as slaps, pulls, octaves. 

You haven't learned overblows, but have you learned bending? This website teaches both those techniques using tongue block. 

 

And frankly, it isn't hard at all to switch. You can also use Joe Filosko's Tongue Block Trainer. You will need a harmonica in Key of A to start with. Golden melody is good one, although not bluesy. Any of the Marine Band models will be fantastic. I use a Hohner Crossover. Love it.

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