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Solo Study 2 question

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Mon, 07/02/2012 - 21:35
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Hello!
In Solo study 2, example 1.1, the 2+3+4+ chord: I assume you are not tongue blocking the 1 hole, is that correct ?
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Tue, 07/03/2012 - 07:38
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That's correct, the lips are over three holes (instead of the common 4) with the tongue off the entire time. It would also be fine to play 1-4 blow if you wish, it's not a big deal.

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Tue, 07/03/2012 - 13:43
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ok, but in the video you say

ok, but in the video you say to articulate the chords with 'ta', looks difficult (for me) with TB. But is that what you mean: TB and 'ta' articulation ?
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Tue, 07/03/2012 - 14:10
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For "TA" your tongue is off the harmonica. You could use a tongue block pull articulation (covered in Tongue Blocking Study 3) if you're more advanced.

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Tue, 07/03/2012 - 15:11
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Ok, thanks for the answers !

Ok, thanks for the answers !

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Tue, 07/03/2012 - 15:14
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Sure! Keep 'em comin'

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