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What key is Dear John in?

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Wed, 01/02/2013 - 16:01
Annamarie
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Hello, David. Happy New Year.

What key is Dear John in where you comp for John Lee Hooker, Junior?

I love every lick you play on that and how well they're placed. Can you give me a start on at least 2 of the big ones: at about 2:19 and 2:48? I assume it's in 2nd position. (Once I feel sure of the key, I'll be better equipped to play with it. I had some weird note that says "AbD," so I'm thinking I may not have that harp and either need to get a new one, or change the key in AS.)

Thanks,

Annamarie

P.S. Did the second one come out yet? If not, when does it?

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Wed, 01/02/2013 - 18:49
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David Barrett
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Thank you, I'm glad you like my harp work on there. I'm using an A Harmonica in 2nd Position for this tune.

At 2:19
3' 3", 2" 1 2

At 2:48
4/5 Shake, 4(with 5) 4' 3' 2 3' 2 2-dip 2" 1 1'

I'm sticking to the Blues Scale in this song.

The newest album?... I have not received a copy as of yet, so I guess not, though it is releasing at different times... one here and one in Europe... so maybe in Europe.

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Wed, 01/02/2013 - 19:28
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Thanks, I guess my mistaken

Thanks, I guess my mistaken note (AbD) through me off. Maybe that's the hook? I'll check.

Looking forward to the next one.

Best,

Annamarie

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