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Solo Harp Study 1

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Mon, 09/29/2025 - 07:57
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 single notes which I learned form Mr. Filisko (w/articulations it doesn't seem to affect the sound too much), but it's not enough. Please what can I do to help? 

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Tue, 09/30/2025 - 07:01
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David Barrett
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Hello JTharp101. When you're

Hello JTharp101. When you're saying that you're running out of air, are you filling up with too much air (can't play any more draw notes), or you're exhaling too much air (can't play any more blow notes)?

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Tue, 09/30/2025 - 10:44
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Draw notes

I'm filling up with too much air and can't draw well.  

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Tue, 09/30/2025 - 11:29
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Okay, thank you. It sounds

Okay, thank you. It sounds like your nose is open while you're playing your draw notes/chords. To work on closing your nose for these draw notes, visit this lesson: https://www.bluesharmonica.com/lessons/breathing_harmonica

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Wed, 10/01/2025 - 10:28
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Thanks

I will do; thank you

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