084A) Harmonica I (In-Person)
 

The harmonica is one of the most popular instruments in the world. A convenient musical instrument that fits in your pocket and packs a powerful punch. Whether it’s rock ‘n roll, country, folk, classical, jazz or blues, this six-week beginners’ course will give aspiring students the confidence to sit in with a band, play around a campfire, and entertain your guests for years to come.

NOTE: Students should acquire a One Diatonic Harmonica in the key of C (10 holes). 

Session 1

  • How to hold instrument and play single note
  • Single note exercises
  • Play a simple song using singles notes (Lean On Me)
  • Other simple songs
  • Playing together

 Session 2

  • The Major Scale
  • Breathing Techniques
  • Techniques on playing notes/more advanced
  • Piano Man Intro
  • Solo Song Selections

Session 3

  • Major Scale Melodic Improv
  • Popular Songs
  • Solo Song Review
  • Class Song Review

Session 4

  • Bending Notes
  • Playing the Blues
  • Improvising
  • Performance Prep/Class Songs
  • Solo song review

Session 5

  • Chugging
  • Listen, Copy, Playing
  • Site Reading
  • Solo and Class Song Review
  • Dress Rehearsal

 Session 6

  • Review
  • Performance