Ask Instructor David Barrett

Hi David;

Someone told me that Hohner was bought out 5 or 6 years ago by a Thai company, and they were no longer a German company. I have my doubts, but have you heard anything like that? I know that those certified in the Hohner Affiliated Customizer program are required to get their parts directly from Germany, so I'm thinking it's just a rumor.

Greg

Hi David - i have been using the site for 3 years now and was wondering that by now if i should be able to play some reasonably sounding blues along with my buddies who play guitar .. If i play stuff ver batum which i have learned on the site (in the accompanyment and solo lessons)that i can play with them and sound pretty good but if i try to improvise - well i feel like i shoild maybe take up golf or something - i put in hours of practice just about every day and am feeling a bit frustrated with my improvskills - or am i  expecting to achieve this prematurely -- thanks Frank

David,

First, big congrats on this site. I've been looking at different sites since I picked up the harmonica in April of this year and this is, IMHO, the best and most complete. I'm now 1/2 through the free trial offered through Hohner and definitely plan to subscribe.  continue reading...

Hola queira saber cambiando alguna configuracion o algo podria escuchar los videos en español

Hello David;

I am just starting with level 2.

I would like to know if we need to block the right holes with the cheek as a default way of playing or just when getting ready to Wa Wa.

Thanks;

Steve

Hi David,

I’ve been a member here for over 8 years, and have played in bands for a lot of that time.

For the last 2 years I’ve played in a Chicago-style quartet, where I’ve shared the front-man role, leading about 50% of the songs, and accompanying the rest.

This is a weekend warrior type of band, with weekly rehearsals and 15-20 gigs per year.

For the material I lead I have usually found a recording to copy, or have put together something from various sources (including my own inspiration). It’s a similar story with the accompaniment.

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Hi David

When we submit study songs do they have to be 100% perfect for you to listen to them or can we submit a song when we think we have the hang of it and await your feedback for where we are going wrong

thanks 

Hi David

When we submit study songs do they have to be 100% perfect for you to listen to them or can we submit a song when we think we have the hang of it and await your feedback for where we are going wrong

thanks 

Hello David;

 I see in LOA level 3 we'll be exploring blues chromatic basics, and I have been looking at the CX-12 and the 270 Deluxe which are both nearly the same in price at RR's. Would one be preferable as a first chromatic?

Thanks,

Greg

 Because I am not good at using English.

 I can use dictionary but It have to be after I heard words. I often cannot heard words.

 If I cannot have subtitles, I hope to choose the videos slow down. I know it's not easy, so I'll do study happily. thank you for your lessons.