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Solo Harp Study 1

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Wed, 09/24/2025 - 16:25
JTharp101
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Hi, I'm working on examples 1.4-1.6, and my problem is I'm running outta air. I'm trying to use a nose push on the blow cords and notes (with the articulations it doesn't seem to affect the sound too much), but it's not enough. What can I try to help? 

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Tue, 09/30/2025 - 11:06
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sparkyburp
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Solo Harp Study 1

Hi. It's possible that you may be either pulling too much air in through your nose on the draw notes or blowing too much air through your nose on the blow notes. It took me a while to close my nose and save some air. Maybe check how much air is going via your nose when you're playing these studies?

 

Mark.

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