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Wed, 01/06/2021 - 07:45
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What do you do with your tongue in order to play the lowest notes on the harp, espeically in going from higher notes?

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Wed, 01/06/2021 - 08:16
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Hello landztranz. If you have

Hello landztranz. If you have an open embouchure (a slight yawn works well... your tongue is lowered in the middle back [this is most important], jaw is slightly lowered, and throat is open) and a relaxed embouchure, there is no difference. If you're having unintentional bending on the lower notes, then some work is needed to achieve that open embouchure. Watch the lesson titled, "My 2 draw and/or high-end notes sounds flat, airy or not at all!" on this page https://www.bluesharmonica.com/faq

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