This beginning kit contains everything you need to get started playing one of the most portable instruments – the harmonica! A high-quality Hohner Bluesband harmonica is included, along with the Play Harmonica Today! method book/online audio pack. The professional-quality audio features 57 full-demo tracks to help you listen and learn. The Play Harmonica Today! DVD features Lil' Rev, a renowned folk musician who is also the author of the method book.
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Stop annoying your friends and really learn to play the darn thing! This book teaches you all you need to know to pucker up and play your harp correctly. Includes information on: music notation; chords and single notes; riffs, licks and scales; syncopation; rock and blues styles; and so much more! The accompanying online audio includes over 70 songs and examples, so you can play along with a band.
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Learning to play harmonica is now easier than ever before! The Absolute Beginners course has been designed to tell you everything you need to know from the very first time you pick up your harmonica. With this superb book you get a comprehensive harmonica course featuring step-by-step pictures which take you from first day exercises to playing along with backing tracks. The book contains practical advice and tips covering everything you need to know about setting up and playing and maintenance. The accompanying audio is accessed through Hal Leonard's popular MyLibrary system using the provided code. The audio can be streamed or downloaded and includes PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right.
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FastTrack is different from other instruction methods because it's user-friendly with plenty of cool songs that make it easy and fun for players to teach themselves. Plus, the last section of all the FastTrack instruction books feature the same songs so that players can form a band and jam together. The songbooks are all compatible and feature eight hit songs. All packs include great play-along audio tracks with professional-sounding orchestrations. This pack also includes a harmonica so you have everything you need to start playing right away!
Audio is accessed online using the unique code inside the book and can be streamed or downloaded. The audio files include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right.
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The Hal Leonard Harmonica Method is designed for anyone just learning to play the C diatonic harmonica. This easy-to-use guide provides step-by-step lessons and many fun songs of different styles to learn and play. Video tutorials and demonstrations by harmonica teacher and author Lil' Rev are also included!
The method covers: harmonica basics; standard notation and harmonica tablature; playing single notes and melodies; playing chords and accompaniment; playing in different registers; 1st, 2nd, and 3rd positions; tongue techniques; hand tremolo and using mutes; playing octaves; blues songs, licks, and patterns; bending notes; playing in minor keys; many songs in different styles; video tutorials; and more!
The price of this book includes access to videos online, for download or streaming, using the unique code inside!
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Harmonica for Kids is a fun, easy course that teaches children to play harmonica faster than ever before. Popular songs will keep kids motivated, while the simple, easy-to-read page layouts ensure their attention remains focused on one concept at a time. The method can be used in combination with a harmonica teacher or parent. The price of the book includes access to audio play-along and demonstration tracks online for download or streaming. Lessons include topics such as hand position, basic chord playing, learning melodies, and much more. Over 30 songs are featured in the book, including: All My Loving • Happy Birthday to You • Jingle Bells • Over the River and Through the Woods • Scarborough Fair • Take Me Out to the Ball Game • This Land Is Your Land • You Are My Sunshine • and more.
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Whether you are learning from scratch or just want a quick reference guide that you'll always have with you, make your practice perfect with the pocket-sized Playbook: Learn To Play Harmonica. The book is small enough to fit in your pocket so is absolutely ideal for quick reference, or just keeping it with you at all times. Despite its convenient size, a wealth of fundamental information is packed into these 80 pages, all divided into bite-sized portions for easy and practical learning. This book covers all of the basic techniques you'll need to get started – from holding the instrument and learning to breathe correctly to keeping the beat and bending. As the guide progresses, more and more techniques are revealed such as trill, wah and tremolo, with fun tunes to play that exhibit these. Furthermore, there is a useful glossary and recommended listening list to inspire you to play like the pros. 2-3/4″ x 4″
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We are proud to present the Spanish-language edition of FastTrack Harmonica 1! With this book/online audio pack, C diatonic harmonica players will learn: music notation, simple melodies and chords & scales, syncopation, blues and rock styles, and more. The book and accompanying audio include over 70 songs and examples.
Con este paquete de libro y audio en línea, los que tocan C armónica diatónica aprenderán: notación musical, melodías simples, acordes y escalas, sincopaciones, estilos de blues y rock, y más. El libro con audio en línea incluye más de 70 canciones y ejemplos.
The price of this book includes a unique code that provides access to audio tracks online, for download or streaming. The tracks include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right – available exclusively from Hal Leonard.
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If you're just getting started or a veteran looking to add more licks to your arsenal, this book with online audio is for you. From basic 12-bar blues backing riffs to mojo-packed solo licks, Steve Cohen shares 100 time-tested licks to help you get the most out of your 10-hole diatonic harp. All examples are played on a C harp and are written in standard notation and harmonica tab. The audio contains demonstration tracks for all of the licks – many with play-along tracks. Includes: cross harp and straight harp licks; boogie-woogie licks; stop-time licks; ascending & descending licks; funk licks; shuffle licks; horn-adapted licks; glissandro licks; octave licks; warble licks; over-blowing chromatic licks; turn-arounds and endings. Also include many riffs in the styles of Sonny Boy Williamson II, Little Walter, Howlin' Wolf, Jimmy Reed, James Cotton, and more!
The audio is accessed online using the unique code inside each book and can be streamed or downloaded. The audio files include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right.
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The only harmonica method to present the chromatic harmonica in 14 scales and modes in all 12 keys! This book with online audio will take beginners from the basics on through to the most advanced techniques available for the contemporary harmonica player. Each section contains appropriate songs and exercises (which are demonstrated on the audio) that enable the player to quickly learn the various concepts presented. Every aspect of this versatile musical instrument is explored and explained in easy-to-understand detail with illustrations. Covers: design and construction; correct breathing and hand positions; how to improvise; styles including traditional, blues, pop and rock; and more. Includes 14 songs to illustrate each scale, and a reference chart for all chromatic harmonicas. Audio is accessed online using the unique code in each book and can be streamed or downloaded.
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Instant Harmonica is the book that makes learning harmonica fun and easy. In no time at all, students will be blowing a variety of tunes on their harp. The book includes a combination of tablature and EZ-Play notation and over thirty all-time great country and folk songs. Works with any ten-hole harmonica.
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Learn to play the chromatic harmonica! This method will help you to develop the foundations of technique and tone on the instrument, along with sight-reading. You will learn scale/chord construction and licks used in jazz, blues, pop, and other styles. Music examples include both traditional notation and a simplified harmonica tablature to help you find notes while you are learning the instrument's layout. Online audio includes demonstration and play-along tracks.
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Teaches from the very beginning to advanced techniques for folk, country, blues, and rock styles. Includes care of the harmonica and sections on riffs and soloing. Illustrated. 4.5″ x 12″
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Harmonica Aerobics offers a 42-week regimen to help you play to your full potential. Whether you're a beginning or more experienced player, it's all here. The exercises include playing single notes and chords, bending notes, chord progressions, rhythmic precision, improvisation, strengthening your mouth and tongue, increasing your lung capacity, and much more, including audio tracks for helpful practicing. The audio is accessed online using the unique code inside each book and can be streamed or downloaded. The audio files include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right.
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Learn at your own pace and open the door to the world of harmonica music with this beginner's book/online audio/DVD instruction pack! Play Today! is the ULTIMATE self-teaching method, designed to offer quality instruction and terrific songs. All you have to do is follow along with the tips, lessons and music provided as you listen to the audio or watch the DVD. The audio includes 57 professional quality full-demo tracks. The DVD features on-screen harmonica tablature so you can play all the music examples. This complete guide to the basics covers: songs, chords and melodies • cross harp, bending and fun tricks • playing tips and techniques • harmonica tablature. For use with a standard, 10-hole diatonic harmonica in the key of C major.
Audio is accessed online using the unique code inside the book and can be streamed or downloaded. The audio files include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right.
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The ULTIMATE self-teaching method designed to offer quality instruction, terrific songs, and professional-quality audio with 57 full-demo tracks. This harmonica method can be used by students who want to teach themselves, or by teachers for private or group instruction. Simply follow the tips and lessons in the book as you listen to the teacher on the tracks. For use with a standard, 10-hole diatonic harmonica in the key of C major.
The price of this book includes a unique code that provides access to audio tracks online, for download or streaming. The tracks include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right – available exclusively from Hal Leonard.
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In this 2011 revision of the best-selling harmonica book and CD, Jon Gindick continues his fun-loving jam-with-me teaching style. He also shares secrets of the blues harp learned as an author, player and instructor. Step by step, you'll learn the essential blues techniques, from bending to tongue-blocking, to playing train whistles and chugs, and songs both easy and hard, and learn how to put it all together to jam with bands.
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This beginning kit contains everything you need to get started playing one of the most portable instruments – the harmonica! A high-quality Hohner Bluesband harmonica is included, along with the Play Harmonica Today! method book/CD pack. The professional-quality CD features 57 full-demo tracks to help you listen and learn. A bonus cloth travel pouch for your harmonica is also included!
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Learn to play the 10-hole diatonic harmonica in many styles: Blues, Country, Traditional and Rock. This book/audio package is loaded with tunes written in simple-to-read harmonica tablature and music notation, so ability to read music is not necessary. Each chapter is self-contained, allowing you to skip to what interests you most. Learn 'bend' notes, how to play in many major and minor keys, developing a beautiful vibrato and getting the right sound for each style. The audio is accessed online using the unique code inside each book and can be streamed or downloaded. The audio files include PLAYBACK+, a multi-functional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right.
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Une methode complete avec photos pour jouer de harmonica avec un CD d'accompagnements de qualite professionelle. Des photos vous guident depuis les exercises du premier jour jusqu'a vous faire jouer avec un accompagnement enregistre! Debutons Bien a ete concu pour vous apprendre tout ce dont vous avez besoin des le moment ou vous sortez votre harmonica.
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Paul Butterfield Teaches Blues Harmonica is part of the Listen and Learn series from Homespun. Paul explains some of his playing techniques that made him famous such as note-bending, tongue-blocking, and tremolo.
Includes online access to audio for download or streaming, using the unique code inside this book. Now including PLAYBACK+, a multifunctional audio player that allows you to slow down audio without changing pitch, set loop points, change keys, and pan left or right – available exclusively from Hal Leonard.
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Blues harmonica for absolute beginners is presented in this user-friendly guide by Mick Kensella. It covers songs like “Amazing Grace” and “Oh Susanna” as well as note bending, blues riffs and the wah wah effect, and some great blues solos. The accompanying CD contains audio demonstrations of examples presented in the book, allowing you to hear how they should sound.
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“Sonny Terry has got to be explained to the people or his art will go over their head. By understanding Sonny Terry, you will learn how to enjoy and live in the real people's music that is on a train that's bound for glory.” – Woody Guthrie, 1946.
This book/CD pack pays homage to Terry and his infamous playing. Besides 70 famous licks from Sonny, this pack gives you some quick harmonica lessons, information on Sonny's style, a discography with key chart, and a bibliography for future research. The CD includes each lick played out by the author.
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This exciting book/CD pack features detailed diagrams and information aimed at beginners and includes a matching CD with all the music examples and tunes played by professional musicians.
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You've picked up the basics, so now it's time to expand your skills! Book 2 begins where 1 leaves off, teaching more notes, rhythms, dynamics, cool new techniques, different musical styles and much more. The accompanying online audio includes 89 songs and examples, so you can play along with it or your friends who also use FastTrack.
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With this complete, clear instruction method, you'll learn to choose a harp, play cross position, and bend notes while playing in the styles of blues greats like Sonny Terry, Sonny Boy Williamson, Little Walter, Jimmy Reed, and others. It also includes chapters on lead and accompaniment, performing, amplified harp, history, and much more.
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There is a vast amount of knowledge throughout the world about how to make the harmonica sound better and play better, but little of it is written down. This fully illustrated book solves the problem. It contains sections on: how to buy a harmonica, common problems, advice about tools and techniques for using them, the basic parts of the chromatic harmonica, solutions to improve sound and functionality, experimenting on old harmonicas, tuning, and much more. For chromatic players, but diatonic players will learn just as much.
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The complete music instruction package. Read the easy-to-understand instruction book and watch as an expert teacher demonstrates songs and techniques on the DVD. Includes plenty of tunes to get you started. Authored for Zone 0.
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Learn authentic blues harmonica styles and techniques from master bluesman Steve Guyger in this special instructional book/DVD pack. Steve shares many valuable playing secrets, concepts, and insights into the rich and timeless traditions of blues harp. Joined by celebrated Chicago blues guitarist Billy Flynn, the companion DVD also features plenty of inspiring and soulful performances. As an added bonus, guitar backing tracks are included so you can jam along! Includes: history of the harmonica, harmonica basics, harmonica notation tutorial, tips on sound and tone, chords and chord progressions, intermediate and advanced techniques, positions and keys, pentatonic scales, and more.
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Blues harmonica master Steve Cohen brings you this one-of-a-kind book/CD pack featuring the timeless riffs and licks of 25 blues standards. The classic guitar and bass lines you know and love are all arranged here for diatonic harmonica. Inside you'll get standard notation and harmonica tablature, song notes and playing tips, plus a CD with both demonstration and play-along tracks for all of the examples in the book! Songs include: Baby, Scratch My Back • Born Under a Bad Sign • Everything Gonna Be Alright • Hide Away • Howlin' for My Darling • Just a Feeling • Killing Floor • Peter Gunn • (They Call It) Stormy Monday (Stormy Monday Blues) • Woke Up This Morning • and more! Includes harmonica tablature.
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