General Discussion

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? 

Hi all,

I try to practice daily but there are times (like now when I'm on vacation) where I have days when I don't practice at all. The strange thing is that sometimes when I have a day off, the day after, I sometimes play the material better than ever before. I'm sure it's something to do with the unconscious mind or 'muscle memory' but I'm uncertain why it happens. Can anyone explain it? continue reading...

I am going to ask David the same question, but wanted to see how you tackle this also! I am spending time in Improvising Study I - Chorus Forms. I am good with the whole Chorus Form concept, but I really struggle when it comes to coming up with "Fills" . An example would be AAA with fills.

Do you come up with your fills simply by trial and error or is there a magic formula to come up with fills that sound good?

Thanks in advance!

Hi,

I was listening to Boogie Chillen No 2 on The Hooker & Heat Album. Just for fun and trying to work on my breath control I have been playing along with the track. How does The Blind play for that long and maintain his breathing? I can last about 30 seconds. Thanks 

Tony 

Hi All,

I've been following David's LOA programme since 2022 and all is going well but I am more than  keen to link with other musicians. My social circle includes one musician - a guitarist who lives 1 hour's drive from me and so it is a bit impractical to link up with him regularly. I've also advertised in a local music shop but so far, nothing.  continue reading...

I'm curious to see how many of you get distracted by all the Lesson content online, vs. staying focused on the learning modules on this site? This site is incredible and offers a lifetime of learning in a very systematic way, but I get stalled.

I will see a you tube lesson on something lick or riff or style...and bam! I'll get my attention swayed? I'll see an Irish Harmonica lesson and BAM, pulled away and lose focus. So what ultimately happens is that with the little practice time I have, I misuse it and keep dabbling on other things. And ultimately get no better at any of them! continue reading...

Hello,

Could you tell me what type of electric guitar and pickup combination is best for playing alongside the harmonica? I like Mitch Grainger style.

Thanks in advance.

I live in Richmond Virginia and have heard Kinya the Harpsmith mention that Hohner used to service harmonicas in Richmond. I'd love to find out about that period, if there are people still around that worked there, and basically if there's some legacy harmonica smithery going on in the area. If anyone wants to share some stories or suggestions of who to talk to, I'd greatly appreciate it.

I live in Richmond Virginia and have heard Kinsa the Harpsmith mention that Hohner used to service harmonicas in Richmond. I'd love to find out about that period, if there are people still around that worked there, and basically if there's some legacy harmonica smithery going on in the area. If anyone wants to share some stories or suggestions of who to talk to, I'd greatly appreciate it.

Anybody get hiccups while playing ? I seem to have problem that just started a couple weeks ago . Any suggestions? Thank you