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Brand new to metronome ....What setting is normal speed ? What is 15% slower , and what is 30% slower ? Thanks

When working on examples 1.5 & 1.6, I have such a harsh transition leading into and out of the 2+,3+,2+ or the 4+, 3.When I watch and listen to David play it, there is a smooth flow leading into and out of those sections. How do I achieve this type of sound?  continue reading...

When working on examples 1.5 & 1.6, I have such a harsh transition leading into and out of the 2+,3+,2+ or the 4+, 3.When I watch and listen to David play it, there is a smooth flow leading into and out of those sections. How do I achieve this type of sound?  continue reading...

david

i recently asked about downloading a playalong tract because i was having trouble

i was able to do it today

thanks for your patience

tommy

Who would you recommend as a country harmonica teacher?

I am sure it is different for everyone but what is the average length of time spent before taking the lesson one test ?

For this exercise, I'm having a hard time trying to get a smooth 1 - 2 draws (tongue-switching) at the beginning of the pattern, 2 draw tends to lag. And even worse adding the accentuated transition from the last bar "(12) | 1 2". continue reading...

hi david

this is tommy

i am watching the bassman chronicles

you and gary are discussing your experiance with the re-issue bassman at a club

   and in general, the difficulties of hearing yourself as compared to what the audience hears

                the limitation of distance you have with 15" cable is the maximum you can get away from the amp

                 of course, there are times on stage when you have to be even closer to the amp continue reading...

Hi David,  

Working my way through 

Movement Exercises Study 2 - Essential Scale

Though the discussions are mainly the C harp,  can I use the same thought process using just the numbers   when using an "A" harp or a Bb harp?

Thanks,  Craig

Hi David,

For the life of me. I remember or thought I remembered you mentioning getting the harmonica beat sounding like a drum. But I cannot find it now. Is there a way I can search the techniques and explanations on techniques. I feel I should know the answer but cannot find it. Thanks