Ask Instructor David Barrett

Hello

y name is Lucas and I am French.There is a little problem with my lessons, I don't understand them! Is it possible to have the lessons in French? Thank you for your answer, Lucas.

Why in the song Temperature which is played in the key of E start with B. wouldn't the I chord (i.e. first scale degree) be E? Then the IV chord is shown as an E and the V chord a D in the first chorus. The I chord in the second chorus starts with a D. and the IV chord a C. I'm confused. Please explain, thanks, Kurt

Dave I am in loa 4 and I am interested in the slow downer I have an apple computer . Is there more info on how to load the program or do I buy a disc from Ron and just load it up and go? I avoided it because I am not a computer person but through the studies it looks like this is what I need . Help needed . Thanks

Am I right in thinking that playing in a particular position does not necessarily mean playing in a particular mode?

For example, playing 3rd position lends itself well to playing in Dorian mode, because of the flatted 3rd and 7th. It plays easily. But I could play Dorian mode on other harps, with some difficulty. In 2nd position, I would have to hit certain holes and bends:

C D Eb F G A Bb D

1+ 1 -- 2" 2 3" 3' 4+

4+ 4 -- 5 6+ 6 -- 7+

7+ 8 8+' 9 9+ 10 10+" 10+ continue reading...

The study songs, specifically "Walk With Me" is only played in the key of A but from the intro video it is said that there is many keys recorded but I cannot find that song in the key of C on this website which is what I am starting with at the moment. Is there something that I am missing or is this only in the key of A for thses study songs?

I am working on Temperature, but having problems with hole 2 draw notes.  Is it OK to sub 3 blow, or do you suggest I keep working on the 2 draw??  At some points, it also seems beneficial to sub 3 blow to help with breathing.  Thanks.

Hi David,

When playing in unison with the guitar, is this just when the guitarist is soloing or can there be other areas where playing in usison occurs. The reason I ask this is because I'm revisiting the study song, I want you with me, and want to try and play unison with the guitarist.

Have a good day,

Paul

So I feel so close to being able to control my bends. I can get a half step most of the time but when I try to go to the "Ku" on draw 3 it squeaks. Even does it sometimes on the half-step bend too. I get little hints of a low note, but when it starts to squeak I back off because I'm worried I'll break or mess with the reeds. I'm also trying hard to stay relaxed because I also feel like I was sucking in too much in the past like trying to drink a thick milkshake. Will either of these cause damage and any suggestions you have for getting the low 3? What's happening when it squeaks?

Good evening David,

When ever I've been writing my instrumentals I've slotting in your pick ups/transitions because I know that they sound right. But when come to analyse what notes to use in a pick I don't really know what are the best notes to use. An example of this would be the transitions/pick ups in Half Steppin. Why did you pick them notes. Is it just years of practice or is there a scientific method behind the explanation just as it is when certain notes fit certain chords.

Thank you for taking the time to read this.

Paul

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last week I reach level 1. when I click "unlock artist" link inside email, nothing appears And im not able to find the section on website. Can you help me plz ?

thank you